Professor Salary in Pakistan 2026
Professor (BPS-20/21) Pay Scale — Per Month Gross, Allowances & Eligibility
Professor (BPS-20/21) — Quick Answer
Professor (University), Principal (Govt. College)
Professor (BPS-20/21): PKR 260,000–400,000/month. PhD + significant publications.
Professor Salary in teaching cadre in Pakistan 2026 (Per Month)
The Professor (Professor (BPS-20/21)) monthly salary in teaching cadre in Pakistan for 2026 ranges from PKR 260,000 to PKR 400,000 gross per month. This gross figure combines the basic pay of the Professor (BPS-20/21) 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 Professor (Professor (BPS-20/21)) Salary Is Calculated
Government pay in Pakistan is built up from the running basic pay of the Professor (BPS-20/21) scale plus a stack of allowances. For Professor (BPS-20/21) the approximate monthly build-up is:
| Component | Amount (PKR / month) |
|---|---|
| Basic Pay (Professor (BPS-20/21), est.) | 143,000 – 220,000 |
| House Rent Allowance (≈45% of basic) | ~99,000 |
| Special Relief Allowance (≈25% of basic) | ~55,000 |
| Medical + Conveyance + other allowances | as admissible |
| Approx. Gross | 260,000 – 400,000 |
Eligibility for Professor (Professor (BPS-20/21))
- Education: PhD + significant publications
- Age limit: 35–55 yrs
- Nationality: Pakistani citizen (domicile as per quota rules)
Annual Increment & Career Growth
Professor (BPS-20/21) employees receive an annual increment added to basic pay every July on a satisfactory service record, so 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 Professor (BPS-20/21) pay scale and standard allowance rates; actual pay varies by department, posting, province and the current budget notification.
Professor (BPS-20/21) — FAQs
What is the salary of Professor (BPS-20/21) in Pakistan 2026?
Professor (BPS-20/21) gross salary in Pakistan 2026 is approximately PKR 260,000 to PKR 400,000 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 Professor (BPS-20/21)?
Common posts in Professor (BPS-20/21): Professor (University), Principal (Govt. College). These positions fall under the Teaching Pay Scale — Pakistan (School, College, University) pay system.
What is the education requirement for Professor (BPS-20/21)?
Education required for Professor (BPS-20/21) jobs: PhD + significant publications. Age limit: 35–55 yrs.
How is Professor (BPS-20/21) salary calculated?
Gross pay = Basic Pay + HRA (45% of basic) + Medical Allowance + Conveyance Allowance + Special Relief Allowance (25% of basic). Professor (BPS-20/21) basic pay range: PKR 0–0. Annual increment increases basic pay every July.
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