7th Pay Commission Defence Allowances for JCOs/OR
The Indian Government has recently released a revised table for Conveyance Allowance, specifically for JCOs/OR (Junior Commissioned Officer/ Other Rank) in the armed forces. This allowance is designed to assist with the cost of transportation, and the new table outlines the rates applicable to various ranks and levels of seniority. This update ensures that JCOs/OR are properly compensated for their transportation expenses, allowing them to focus on their duties and responsibilities without undue financial burden.
| Average Monthly Travel on Official Duty | For Journeys by Own Motor Car | For Journeys by other Modes of Conveyance |
| 201-300 km | Rs. 1680 per month | Rs. 556 per month |
| 301-450 km | Rs. 2520 per month | Rs. 720 per month |
| 451-600 km | Rs. 2980 per month | Rs. 960 per month |
| 601-800 km | Rs. 3646 per month | Rs. 1126 per month |
| > 800 km | Rs. 4500 per month | Rs. 1276 per month |
Conveyance Allowance as per 7th Pay Commission
What is the Conveyance Allowance?
The Conveyance Allowance is a revised table of average monthly travel on official duty for journeys by own motor car or other modes of conveyance.
How much is the Conveyance Allowance for JCOs/OR?
The Conveyance Allowance varies depending on the distance travelled. For journeys up to 200 km, the allowance is Rs. 1680 per month for journeys by own motor car and Rs. 556 for journeys by other modes of conveyance. For journeys up to 300 km, the allowance is Rs. 2520 per month for journeys by own motor car and Rs. 720 for journeys by other modes of conveyance. For journeys up to 450 km, the allowance is Rs. 2980 per month for journeys by own motor car and Rs. 960 for journeys by other modes of conveyance. For journeys up to 600 km, the allowance is Rs. 3646 per month for journeys by own motor car and Rs. 1126 for journeys by other modes of conveyance. For journeys over 800 km, the allowance is Rs. 4500 per month for journeys by own motor car and Rs. 1276 for journeys by other modes of conveyance.
Are there any other allowances for JCOs/OR?
Yes, there are other allowances such as daily allowance, family planning allowance, tentage allowance and more.