UT cops jittery over missing key pay components, keep fingers crossed

A comparison of salary slips of the last two months of some police personnel suggest that conveyance, mobile allowance, CCA, and 13th pay were not credited.

It is for the first time when the salaries of UT cops were drafted according to the Central Service Rules as is followed by the Delhi Police. (File Photo)

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Several pay components including city compensatory allowance (CCA), mobile allowance, and 13th pay better known as tehravi tankhava did not find mention in the November salary slips of thousands of UT police personnel, leaving them anxious. The police department shares the salary slips with its force prior to crediting the salary in their accounts. The revised salaries will be credited in their accounts in the next one or two days.

Meanwhile, it is for the first time when the salaries of UT cops were drafted according to the Central Service Rules (CSR) as is followed by the Delhi Police. Though senior officers maintained that the salaries of government employees are protected which cannot be reduced, affected personnel claimed that they have been watching the developments keeping their fingers crossed. Senior officers also maintained that allowances of UT cops are still being calculated.

A comparison of salary slips of the last two months of some police personnel suggest that conveyance, mobile allowance, CCA, and 13th pay were not credited. The services of employees of UT administration including of cops were brought under Central Service Rules (CSR) on April 1, 2022.

“There is a cut of around Rs 2,500 to Rs 5,000 in our salaries. I have not received CCA (Rs 250), mobile allowance (Rs 500), and 13th pay (Rs 6,153) in my salary. These allowances and 13th pay differ and calculate on the basis of rank, service period, and increments of the police personnel. Many of us checked from the account branch, which assured us that our salaries are protected,” a head constable posted in Police Lines-26, on the condition of anonymity, said.

An Assistant Sub Inspector (ASI) explained that the pay structure of Delhi police and Punjab police – which applies on UT police too – is different. “In Delhi police, there is no provision of mobile allowance, which differs according to the rank of a police personnel. The salaries of November month will be credited in our accounts in the next two or three days. We were told that we will receive our 13th pay altogether at the end of the current financial year as Delhi cops receive it collectively instead of receiving it every month,” the ASI further said.

When contacted, SP (headquarters) Ketan Bansal said that the basic salaries, including the necessary components including HRA, medical and transport allowances of almost all the UT cops as per the CSR have been drafted. “Indeed, allowances are being calculated and will be shortly credited in their accounts. The home department of UT administration is working on this front,” Bansal added.

A UT police DSP said that police personnel up to the rank of inspectors receive the 13th pay. “We were conveyed that our allowances are being calculated,” the DSP further said.

What is 13th month salary?

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The 13th month salary, in common parlance, is the cash compensation for 30 earned leaves per year for constables to inspectors. It is a common practice across the maximum number of states’ and UTs’ polices. Insiders maintained that constable- and inspector-ranked personnel work 24×7 and have workload more than the officers of DSP rank and above. Interestingly, in January this year, the finance department of Punjab had move a proposal to scrap 13th month salary given to more than 70,000 Punjab police personnel.

Saurabh Parashar

Saurabh Parashar is an Assistant Editor at The Indian Express, primarily responsible for the publication’s coverage of Himachal Pradesh. He is a seasoned journalist with over 17 years of experience in print media, specializing in crime, legal affairs, and investigative reporting. Professional Background Education: He holds a Master’s degree in Mass Communication from Guru Jambheshwar University of Science & Technology (Hisar) and a Law degree from Himachal Pradesh University (HPU), Shimla. This legal background significantly informs his reporting on complex judicial and administrative matters. Career Path: Before joining The Indian Express in 2017, he spent 12 years with The Times of India. Core Beats: His primary focus is the socio-political landscape of the hill state, with a specific emphasis on the environment, forest conservation, drug menace (specifically "Chitta"), affairs related to tribal and archaeology and the unique challenges of governance in high-altitude regions. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) His recent reporting highlights the critical intersection of policy, law, and social safety in Himachal Pradesh: 1. "Himachal’s battle against Chitta: Why the border areas are most vulnerable" (Late 2025): An investigative look at the transit routes from Punjab and the impact on local youth. 2. "Shimla ropeway clears key hurdle as 820 trees face the axe :According to the Forest Survey of India’s 2021 assessment, 47.21 percent of Shimla’s 5,131 sq km geographical area is under forest cover (Nov 17, 2025). 3. "Himachal to handover 2.7427 ha of non-forest land for Shimla Ropeway: Given the land’s non-forest nature, RTDC and the state will not require permission from MoEFCC" (Nov 18, 2025) 4. "How the centuries-old Jodidara tradition is fading in Himachal’s Trans-Giri region: Jodidara: a form of fraternal polyandry—has long been part of Hatti tribal culture in the Trans-Giri region of Himachal Pradesh and adjoining Uttarakhand. It is believed to have evolved to prevent division of ancestral land and maintain unity among brothers in the harsh, mountainous terrain" (Aug 18, 2025) Legal & Agricultural Affairs "Kisan Sabha hails SC’s setting aside Himachal HC order to remove orchards from forest land" (Dec 18, 2025): Covering a major Supreme Court victory for farmers, where a High Court order to remove fruit-bearing apple orchards was overturned. "Himachal Cabinet nod to new tourism policy; focus on home-stays in tribal areas" (Dec 11, 2025): Detailing the legislative push to decentralize tourism and bring economic benefits to Lahaul-Spiti and Kinnaur. 3. Governance & Environment "Forest rights and development: Why Himachal is seeking more leeway from Centre" (Dec 19, 2025): Reporting on the legal hurdles faced by the state in infrastructure projects due to the Forest Conservation Act. "Cloudbursts and resilience: How Himachal’s remote villages are building back better" (Nov 2025): Following up on the long-term rehabilitation efforts after monsoon-related disasters. Crime especially cyber crimes, crypto currency etc: crypto currency: "Agents in uniform, motivational speeches, lavish parties: How a Himachal crypto con went unnoticed:A serial conman, a ‘Nelson Mandela Nobel Peace Award winner', and retired policemen got together to pull off a Rs 1,740-crore fraud" (Nov 10, 2023) Signature Beats Saurabh is recognized for his tenacious reporting on the state's drug epidemic. His deep familiarity with the topography and tribal culture of Himachal allows him to report from remote locations like Spiti, Pangi, Shillai, which are often overlooked by national media. His legal expertise makes him a primary choice for covering the Himachal Pradesh High Court on issues ranging from local body elections to environmental PILs. X (Twitter): @saurabh_prashar . ... Read More

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