Potential Salary Grades for 9th National Pay Scale Released

After a long wait for government officials and employees, intense discussions have begun regarding the announcement of a new national wage structure, or the 9th Pay Scale, in 2026. Since the first pay scale was issued in independent Bangladesh in 1973, a total of eight salary structures have been declared up until 2015.

While new scales are typically expected every five years, the process was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and global economic conditions. However, government activity surrounding the 9th Pay Scale has gained significant momentum in 2026.

Since the beginning of the year, there has been widespread curiosity among public servants. Currently, high-level government tiers are conducting a thorough analysis of the proposed structure. Secretariat sources reveal that a 10-member special committee is currently scrutinizing the recommendations.

Proposed 9th National Pay Scale 2026 (Grade-wise List)
Below is the full list of the proposed salary structure currently generating significant interest:

Grade	Salary Scale (BDT)
01	160,000/- (Fixed)
02	132,000 – 153,000
03	113,000 – 148,800
04	100,000 – 142,400
05	86,000 – 139,700
06	71,000 – 134,000
07	58,000 – 126,800
08	47,200 – 113,700
09	45,100 – 108,800
10	32,000 – 77,300
11	25,000 – 60,500
12	24,300 – 58,700
13	24,000 – 58,000
14	23,500 – 56,800
15	22,800 – 55,200
16	21,900 – 52,900
17	21,400 – 51,900
18	21,000 – 50,900
19	20,500 – 49,600
20	20,000 – 48,400

Note: This list is currently part of a policy-level discussion and does not represent a final decision. The salary structure will only be considered final once an official notification or gazette is published by the relevant government departments.

While implementing this new pay scale presents a challenge for the government given the current economic landscape, it is being viewed as a major relief for government officers and employees alike.