NSW Public Service
After tax (excludes HECS/HELP, student loans, and other deductions)
| Classification | Current (As of Nov 2025) | From 12 March 2026 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min | Max | Min | Max | |
General Scale 1 Entry level clerical position | $43,534 | $43,534 | $44,840 | $44,840 |
General Scale (HSC/19 years) Entry level with HSC or age 19 | $49,325 | $49,325 | $50,805 | $50,805 |
General Scale 2 (Age 20) Entry level age 20 | $52,649 | $52,649 | $54,228 | $54,228 |
General Scale 3 (Age 21) Entry level age 21 | $56,742 | $56,742 | $58,444 | $58,444 |
General Scale 4-13 Progressive entry level positions (steps 4-13) | $58,295 | $76,717 | $60,044 | $79,018 |
Grade 1 Professional administrative roles (Years 1-5: $79,784 to $102,422) | $77,460 | $99,439 | $79,784 | $102,422 |
Grade 2 Senior administrative roles (Years 1-4: $108,600 to $119,673) | $105,437 | $116,187 | $108,600 | $119,673 |
Grade 3 Advanced administrative roles (Years 1-4: $126,063 to $139,056) | $122,391 | $135,006 | $126,063 | $139,056 |
Grade 4 Management and senior specialist roles | $136,322 | $136,322 | $140,412 | $140,412 |
Senior Executive Band 1 Senior executive roles | $203,528 | $273,156 | $209,634 | $281,351 |
Senior Executive Band 2 Executive leadership roles | $274,227 | $374,920 | $282,454 | $386,168 |
Important Notes
- •Current 2025 rates (effective July 1, 2025) reflect 3% increase from 2024
- •Projected 2026 rates (effective July 1, 2026) reflect 3% increase
- •Previous increases: 4% (July 2024)
- •Total 11.4% increase over three years (2024-2026)
- •General Scale includes 13 steps for entry-level progression
- •Grades 1-4 have internal year increments (shown as salary ranges)
- •Superannuation at 13.0% from July 1, 2025 (increased 0.5% from 12.5%)
- •Based on Crown Employees (Administrative and Clerical Officers - Salaries) Award 2007
Important Information
Salary information is indicative and based on publicly available data. Actual salaries may vary by agency, enterprise agreement, and individual circumstances. Always verify with the relevant government department or HR team for accurate, up-to-date information specific to your role.
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Jurisdiction Salary Comparison
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Career Progression Path
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* Values shown are averages of minimum and maximum salaries for each level
About NSW Public Service Salary Scales
The NSW Public Service uses a structured classification system to determine salary levels for public sector employees. Salaries are regularly reviewed and updated through enterprise agreements and government determinations.
Recent Updates
Last updated: 1 July 2025
Key Information
- Current 2025 rates (effective July 1, 2025) reflect 3% increase from 2024
- Projected 2026 rates (effective July 1, 2026) reflect 3% increase
- Previous increases: 4% (July 2024)
- Total 11.4% increase over three years (2024-2026)
- General Scale includes 13 steps for entry-level progression
- Grades 1-4 have internal year increments (shown as salary ranges)
- Superannuation at 13.0% from July 1, 2025 (increased 0.5% from 12.5%)
- Based on Crown Employees (Administrative and Clerical Officers - Salaries) Award 2007
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