Expected Salary for Assistant Engineers in TSTRANSCO and TSGENCO: Post PRC Implementation

With the implementation of the new Pay Revision Commission (PRC) in April 2018, the expected salary for Assistant Engineers (AE) in TSTRANSCO (Telangana Transmission Corporation) and TSGENCO (Telangana Generation Corporation) has seen significant changes. This article provides an in-depth look at the salary structures and the expected pay scales after the new PRC is fully implemented.

Introduction to PRC Implementation

The Pay Revision Commission (PRC) for Telangana State was constituted in May-June 2018 with the aim of revising the pay scales for government employees. However, the exact recommendations and official acceptance of the PRC findings have yet to be finalized. Until the government approves the PRC recommendations, the future salary structure remains speculative.

Salary Structure for TSTRANSCO

For AE positions in TSTRANSCO posted in Hyderabad (HYD), the basic pay starting from April 2018 is set at INR 64,295. The calculation for the gross salary includes various allowances such as Cost Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), Medical Allowance, and Conveyance Allowance. As of now, the DA is set at 2.135%, and the HRA is fixed at 30% for HYD.

The detailed calculation for a TSTRANSCO AE posted in HYD is as follows:

Basic Pay: INR 64,295 Cost Dearness Allowance (DA): 2.135% > INR 1,373 House Rent Allowance (HRA): 30% for HYD > INR 1,928.9 Medical Allowance: INR 1,350 Conveyance Allowance: INR 1,200

The total gross salary, including all allowances, is INR 87,507. Additionally, employees working in Vidyuth Soudh would also receive a Corporate Allowance. However, this must be deducted from the gross salary along with other deductions such as EPF, GISS, SFMS, and Income Tax to determine the post-deduction salary.

Salary for TSGENCO

For TSGENCO, the existing pay scale under the 2014 Master Scale for AE is:

Stages: 41,155 - 1,700 - 44,555 - 1,985 - 54,480 - 2,280 - 63,600 As of current, DA is at 21% on the base salary.

Considering a 25% hike on the current basic salary, the new pay scale is expected to range from approximately INR 61,000 to INR 92,000. This expectation is based on the following calculation:

Current Base: INR 41,155 New DA (25%): INR 61,000 Generation Allowance: More than INR 30,000

Conclusion

The implementation of the new PRC in April 2018 is projected to significantly enhance the pay scales for Assistant Engineers in both TSTRANSCO and TSGENCO. However, the exact details and final approval of the PRC recommendations are still pending. Employees and management should stay informed about any official notifications or announcements from the Telangana government for the most accurate information.