Assistant Professor Salary in Pakistan 2026
Assistant Professor (BPS-18) Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
Assistant Professor (BPS-18) — Quick Answer
Assistant Professor (University/College)
Assistant Professor (BPS-18): PKR 160,000–232,000/month. Master's/PhD + experience.
Assistant Professor Salary in teaching cadre in Pakistan 2026 (Per Month)
The Assistant Professor (Assistant Professor (BPS-18)) monthly salary in teaching cadre in Pakistan for 2026 ranges from PKR 160,000 to PKR 232,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the Assistant Professor (BPS-18) scale with House Rent Allowance, Medical Allowance, Conveyance Allowance and other admissible allowances. Actual take-home (in-hand) pay is slightly lower after deductions for GP Fund, Benevolent Fund and income tax where applicable.
How Assistant Professor (Assistant Professor (BPS-18)) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the Assistant Professor (BPS-18) scale plus a stack of allowances. For Assistant Professor (BPS-18) the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Assistant Professor (BPS-18), est.) | 88,000 – 127,600 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~57,420 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~31,900 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 160,000 – 232,000 |
Eligibility for Assistant Professor (Assistant Professor (BPS-18))
- Education: Master's/PhD + experience
- Age limit: 25–45 yrs
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
Assistant Professor (BPS-18) employees receive an annual increment added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so Assistant Professor salary rises year on year. Promotion to the next grade brings a further jump in basic pay and allowances. Pay scales are revised in the annual budget, usually with an ad-hoc relief allowance increase.
Disclaimer: figures are indicative estimates based on the Assistant Professor (BPS-18) pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
Assistant Professor (BPS-18) — FAQs
What is the salary of Assistant Professor (BPS-18) in Pakistan 2026?
Assistant Professor (BPS-18) gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 160,000 to PKR 232,000 per month. Basic pay PKR 0–0 plus House Rent Allowance (45%), Medical, Conveyance, and Special Relief Allowances. Annual increment: as per rules.
What posts are in Assistant Professor (BPS-18)?
Common posts in Assistant Professor (BPS-18): Assistant Professor (University/College). These positions fall under the Teaching Pay Scale — Pakistan (School, College, University) pay system.
What is the education requirement for Assistant Professor (BPS-18)?
Education required for Assistant Professor (BPS-18) jobs: Master's/PhD + experience. Age limit: 25–45 yrs.
How is Assistant Professor (BPS-18) salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). Assistant Professor (BPS-18) basic pay range: PKR 0–0. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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