The Rajasthan Staff Selection Board (RSSB) has released the Lab Assistant Recruitment 2026 notification for 804 vacancies across various departments in the state. Selected candidates will be placed under the Rajasthan government pay structure, offering a stable government salary with allowances, benefits, and long‑term career growth.
💰 Pay Scale & Salary Structure
📌 1. Pay Matrix & Basic Pay
- Pay Matrix Level: Level 8 (applies to most Lab Assistant posts)
- Basic Pay: ₹28,900 (starting) per month (approx)
- This pay is set under the 7th Pay Commission rules for rajasthan government employees.
📊 Salary Components Explained
Component
Approx. Amount / Calculation
Basic Pay
₹28,900 per month (Level 8)
Dearness Allowance (DA)
~50%–56% of Basic Pay (varies quarterly)
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
18% (Big cities) / 9% (Smaller towns)
Gross Salary
₹46,000 – ₹51,000 per month (before deductions)
Deductions
~₹4,500 – ₹5,500 (NPS, tax, etc.)
In‑Hand Salary
₹41,000 – ₹45,500 per month (approx)
👉 After deductions like the National Pension Scheme (NPS) and TDS, the take‑home income comes to around ₹41,000 – ₹45,500 per month for regular Lab Assistant posts under Level 8.
📈 Probation Period & Training Salary
- New recruits usually undergo a probation period of 2 years.
- During probation, a fixed stipend may be paid before the full pay scale and allowances apply.
🧾 Allowance Breakdown
In addition to the basic pay, government Lab Assistants typically receive:
✔ Dearness Allowance (DA)
- Compensates for inflation based on the consumer price index.
- Adjusted quarterly by the government.
✔ House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Depends on the city class where you’re posted:
- 18% in major cities
- 9% in smaller towns.
✔ Medical & Other Allowances
- Coverage for health benefits.
- Leave travel concession (LTC) and other standard allowances per government norms.
These allowances boost gross earnings before deductions.
🧾 Deductions from Salary
Common monthly deductions include:
- NPS (Employee Contribution)
- Income Tax (based on applicable tax slab)
- Other Govt. Deductions
These are subtracted from the gross salary to get the final in‑hand salary.
📍 Junior Lab Assistant Salary
Some junior or lower grade Lab Assistant posts may fall under Lower Pay Levels (e.g., Level 5) with a proportionately lower in‑hand salary. For these posts, the in‑hand might be around ₹28,000 – ₹32,000 per month after allowances and deductions.
📈 Career Growth & Promotions
Working as a Lab Assistant in rajasthan can lead to further promotions over time, such as:
- Senior Lab Assistant
- Lab Superintendent
- Higher supervisory roles in departmental labs
Progression depends on seniority, performance, and departmental rules.
🧑🔬 Job Benefits Besides Salary
Along with competitive pay, government Lab Assistants enjoy:
✅ Pension under NPS
✅ Medical insurance & health benefits
✅ Annual increments
✅ Leave and retirement benefits
✅ Job security & government employee status
📌 Summary — 2026 Lab Assistant Salary in Rajasthan
Aspect
2026 Figures (Approx.)
Basic Pay
₹28,900/month
In‑Hand Salary
₹41,000 – ₹45,500
Pay Matrix Level
Level 8
Allowances
DA + HRA + Medical + Others
Probation Pay
Fixed stipend initially
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