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Informatics Assistant is an important technical position primarily in e-governance and IT support services in several state and central government departments. This role is quite popular in states like Rajasthan where the post is recruited under RSMSSB (Rajasthan Subordinate and Ministerial Services Selection Board). There are also similar positions that exist in other public and private organizations.
Informatics Assistants are responsible for:
- Operating system maintenance and troubleshooting
- Data entry and data management
- Technical assistance with IT systems and networks
- Support for digitization and IT infrastructure in government offices.
Informatics Assistant Salary Structure 2025
A summary of the salary structure for Informatics Assistants for the year 2025.
Component | Details (2025) |
Average Annual Salary (India) | ₹3,14,485 approx. (entry-level) |
Average Salary in Jaipur (Private Sector) | Up to ₹9,39,735 (for experienced candidates with certifications) |
Probation Period Pay | ₹18,500 per month (commonly followed by RSMSSB and similar boards) |
Confirmed Basic Pay | ₹26,300 per month (as perLevel 8 Pay Matrix – 7th CPC) |
Pay Band | ₹9,300 – ₹34,800 |
Grade Pay | ₹2,800 (subject to state notification) |
Gross Monthly Salary (After DA, HRA, etc.) | ₹38,000 – ₹42,000 approx. depending on location |
Annual Package (Confirmed Post) | ₹4.5 – ₹5.2 LPA approx. |
In-Hand Salary and Allowances – Informatics Assistant 2025
In-Hand Salary After Probation
After the probation period is over, the Informatics Assistant in-hand salary improves significantly by the inclusion of a number of allowances. The post-confirmation in-hand salary usually falls somewhere between ₹38,000 - ₹42,000 per month which depends on factors like the city of posting and associated allowances.
Gross Salary vs. Net Salary
For Informatics Assistant Exam candidates, recognizing the discrepancy in a gross salary and net (in-hand) salary is essential for understanding their actual monthly income..
Component | Estimated Amount (₹) |
Basic Pay (Level 8, 7th CPC) | ₹26,300 |
Dearness Allowance (50% DA) | ₹13,150 |
House Rent Allowance (HRA) | ₹2,367 to ₹7,101 (9%–27%) |
Transport Allowance (TA) | ₹1,200 – ₹3,600 |
Gross Salary | ₹42,000 – ₹50,000 (approx.) |
Deductions (NPS, PF, tax, etc.) | ₹3,000 – ₹5,000 |
In-Hand Salary | ₹38,000 – ₹45,000 (approx.) |
State Difference
Rajasthan Informatics Assistant (RSMSSB):
- Probation Salary: ₹18,500/month
- After confirmation: ₹26,300 + allowances
- In-hand: ₹38,000–₹42,000/month
Rest of the States (like Punjab, UP or MP):
- Pay scale and allowances might differ marginally.
- Postings in urban areas will usually have higher HRA and TA.
Private sector Informatics Assistant jobs:
- Will differ significantly in the range of ₹20,000–₹70,000/month depending upon skillset, certifications, and company location (Jaipur, Bengaluru, Gurugram).
Allowances, Perks, and other benefits
Common allowances:
Dearness Allowance (DA) – Adjusted bi-annually–originally intended to offset inflation (currently 50% of base salary).
House Rent Allowance (HRA)–This varies from city to city on a tier basis with:
- X cities: 27%
- Y cities: 18%
- Z cities: 9%
- Transport or Travel Allowance (TA)–This is for daily commutes
- Medical Allowance– can be a fixed amount or reimbursable.
- Fuel or Refreshment Allowance–Depending on the department, depending on duties.
- Provident Fund (PF)–This is long term savings, and the employer contributes.
- Pension (NPS)–This is a secure retirement pension benefit overseen by a government body.
Other Benefits:
Job Security (if you were recruited by the state PSC/state RSMSSB).
- Paid Leaves– CL, EL, Maternity/Paternity Leave, Medical Leave, etc.
- Annual Increment– 3% base pay annually preferably, add the dearness allowances.
- Promotions–Based upon service years, departmental exams, and performance.
- Training Allowance–A program to improve/upgrade skills when moving into Technology.
- Insurance and Gratuity–As per government employment schemes.
Probation, Confirmation & Increment – Informatics Assistant 2025
Probation period.
- Usually 2 Years.
- Pay During a Probationary Period: A fixed stipend, about ₹18,500/month (based on what was offered from the Rajasthan RSMSSB).
- Limited allowances and benefits do not fully apply.
Confirmation
- After completing your probation successfully:
- You will receive a Pay Level of ₹26,300/month.
- You then become entitled to the full DA (Dearness allowance) unit, HRA (House Rent Allowance) etc, and additional benefits.
- You will be eligible for departmental exams, career development commissions, and internal promotions.
Increment Policy
- Annual Increment : Generally 3% of annual base salary, plus DA adjustments:
- Promotions as income based on performance - for really high performers it takes less time to get to the next grade.
- The salary structure will be revised as incidentally within the framework of the 7th Pay Commission, with periodic adjustments to the pay scales being appropriate in public service; or at some point during your tenure.
Job Role and Functions
Informatics assistants are housed within departments and play a critical role when government departments go digital.
Main Functions:
- Monitor and manage the LAN and WAN with duties associated with the departmental level IT infrastructure.
- Fixing, sustaining, and supporting departmental procedures, including systems integration and development.
- Installs, updates and detangles system problems within user accounts, and logs entries on the department's outlook system.
- Maintains data confidentiality policies, protocols and performs duties with data user specimens or test user accounts; on behalf of the departments.
- Maintains and develops data timelines for confidentiality between the department(s) and their respective users.
- Troubleshooting, support to an end-user technical level and basic user training.
- Works with senior IT on in-house systems integration and development and hardware interfaces.
Career Development & Advancement Opportunities
Track to Promotion:
- Informatics Assistant → Senior Informatics Assistant → Programmer → System Analyst → IT Officer
- There may be opportunities to move into administration or supervisory opportunities as a result of performance.
Skill Development
- Opportunities to attend regular training sessions, government IT workshop training, and upskilling courses.
- Opportunities for work in state-wide e-governance projects and/or national IT missions.
Promotion through Exams
- Although the department relies on exams to assess members for internal departmental promotions, there are internal promotions, which are competitive exams or evaluated based on seniority.
City & Experience-Wise Differences - Informatics Assistant Salary 2025
City-Wise Differences in Salary
Informatics Assistant salaries differ significantly, depending on geographical location and cost of living index:
City/Location | Approx. Monthly In-Hand Salary (Post-Probation) | Remarks |
Jaipur | ₹50,000 – ₹65,000 | Includes full allowances (HRA, DA, TA) |
Tier-1 Cities (Delhi, Mumbai) | ₹52,000 – ₹68,000 | Higher HRA & city compensatory allowance |
Tier-2 Cities | ₹45,000 – ₹58,000 | Moderate HRA; lower living cost |
Rural/Small Towns | ₹40,000 – ₹52,000 | Lower HRA & limited transport perks |
Experience-Based Salary Growth
Details of Salary growth based on years of experience
Experience Level | Approx. In-Hand Salary (₹/month) | Details |
0–2 Years (Probation) | ₹18,500 – ₹26,300 | Fixed or basic pay, limited allowances |
2–5 Years | ₹40,000 – ₹55,000 | Full benefits applicable post-confirmation |
5–10 Years | ₹55,000 – ₹68,000 | Eligible for senior roles and departmental exams |
10+ Years (Senior Assistant) | ₹70,000 – ₹80,000+ | Includes seniority benefits, high DA, TA, HRA |
Increments are based on:
- Annual Appraisals
- Length of Service
- Internal Promotions or Departmental Examinations
