The caretaker government has announced a substantial 45% increase in the salaries and benefits of top bureaucrats holding management positions. This increase, effective from October 1, encompasses various management position (MP) scales, including basic salaries, house rents, and utilities, as approved by the caretaker prime minister.
The Ministry of Finance clarified that the rise applies to all MP-I, MP-II, and MP-III positions, citing a notification. These officers, often sourced from the private sector for their specific expertise, are distinct from traditional career bureaucrats.
According to the new notification, officers at the MP-I scale will witness a range between Rs804,180 and Rs1,013,920 per month, alongside a transport monetization allowance of Rs95,910. Similarly, those in MP-II will experience an increase from Rs370,850 to Rs599,740, with a monthly monetization allowance of Rs77,430. For MP-III officers, the revised package ranges from Rs240,460 to Rs338,960, in addition to a monetization allowance of Rs65,060.
Furthermore, travel and daily allowances for domestic and international visits will align with the highest civil servant grades, ensuring parity for all MP scales. Medical reimbursement and entitlements based on years of service have also been included.
While the revised package will automatically benefit officers in the MP scales, contract extensions for current holders will depend on performance reviews and approval by relevant authorities.
The last revision for MP officers’ remuneration occurred in July 2017, with basic salaries seeing an increase at a rate of Rs33,000 per month for MP-I, Rs27,225 for MP-II, and Rs18,150 for MP-III.
