CONJUSS Salary Scale Nigeria 2026 — Full Grade Table
Consolidated Judicial Salary Structure
Covers: Judges, magistrates, and other judicial officers in federal courts. Salaries range from ₦175,000/month to ₦5,246,416/month.
What is the CONJUSS Salary Scale?
CONJUSS is administered by the National Judicial Council (NJC) and provides the salary framework for all judicial officers in Nigeria's federal courts. It creates the highest-earning salary structure among all federal government workers, reflecting the constitutional importance of judicial independence and the need to attract senior legal practitioners to the bench. A Supreme Court Justice earns far more than any other federal public servant under CONJUSS.
Who Qualifies for CONJUSS?
CONJUSS covers all judicial officers from Grade I Magistrate courts through Federal High Court judges to Supreme Court Justices. Entry into the judiciary requires qualification as a Legal Practitioner under the Legal Practitioners Act, typically at least 10 years post-call experience for Federal High Court appointment, and 12–15 years for Court of Appeal. Supreme Court appointments are typically drawn from senior Justices and distinguished senior advocates.
CONJUSS Full Grade Table 2026 — All 15 Grades
| Grade | Role / Title | Entry Qualification | Step 1 Annual | Step 1 Monthly | Step 3 Annual | Step 6 Annual | Step 9 (max) | Take-home est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONJUSS 01 Entry | Grade II Magistrate | LLB + 7yrs post-call | ₦2,100,000 | ₦175,000 /mo | ₦2,310,000 | ₦2,660,000 | ₦2,920,000 | ₦461,250–₦621,833 |
| CONJUSS 02 | Grade I Magistrate | LLB + 8yrs post-call | ₦2,750,000 | ₦229,166 /mo | ₦3,030,000 | ₦3,490,000 | ₦3,830,000 | ₦588,540–₦800,041 |
| CONJUSS 03 | Senior Magistrate | LLB + 10yrs | ₦3,500,000 | ₦291,666 /mo | ₦3,860,000 | ₦4,450,000 | ₦4,890,000 | ₦735,415–₦1,007,625 |
| CONJUSS 04 | Chief Magistrate | LLB + 12yrs | ₦4,400,000 | ₦366,666 /mo | ₦4,850,000 | ₦5,590,000 | ₦6,140,000 | ₦911,665–₦1,252,416 |
| CONJUSS 05 | Principal Magistrate | LLB + 14yrs | ₦5,400,000 | ₦450,000 /mo | ₦5,960,000 | ₦6,870,000 | ₦7,550,000 | ₦1,107,500–₦1,528,541 |
| CONJUSS 06 | Chief Magistrate Grade II | LLB + 16yrs | ₦6,500,000 | ₦541,666 /mo | ₦7,180,000 | ₦8,280,000 | ₦9,100,000 | ₦1,322,915–₦1,832,083 |
| CONJUSS 07 | Chief Magistrate Grade I | LLB + 18yrs | ₦7,800,000 | ₦650,000 /mo | ₦8,620,000 | ₦9,950,000 | ₦10,930,000 | ₦1,577,500–₦2,190,458 |
| CONJUSS 08 | Federal High Court Judge Constitutional appointment | Presidential appointment (FHC) | ₦10,000,000 | ₦833,333 /mo | ₦11,000,000 | ₦12,700,000 | ₦13,940,000 | ₦2,008,332–₦2,779,916 |
| CONJUSS 09 | President FHC / Presiding Judge | FHC Judge + seniority | ₦13,000,000 | ₦1,083,333 /mo | ₦14,350,000 | ₦16,570,000 | ₦18,200,000 | ₦2,595,832–₦3,614,166 |
| CONJUSS 10 | Court of Appeal Justice | Presidential appointment | ₦16,000,000 | ₦1,333,333 /mo | ₦17,680,000 | ₦20,420,000 | ₦22,430,000 | ₦3,183,332–₦4,442,541 |
| CONJUSS 11 | President Court of Appeal | CoA Justice + seniority | ₦20,000,000 | ₦1,666,666 /mo | ₦22,100,000 | ₦25,520,000 | ₦28,020,000 | ₦3,966,665–₦5,537,250 |
| CONJUSS 12 | Supreme Court Justice | Presidential appointment | ₦25,000,000 | ₦2,083,333 /mo | ₦27,650,000 | ₦31,930,000 | ₦35,060,000 | ₦4,945,832–₦6,915,916 |
| CONJUSS 13 | Supreme Court Deputy CJN | Seniority from SC | ₦31,000,000 | ₦2,583,333 /mo | ₦34,260,000 | ₦39,570,000 | ₦43,440,000 | ₦6,120,832–₦8,557,000 |
| CONJUSS 14 | Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN) Highest judicial officer | Presidential appointment + Senate | ₦40,000,000 | ₦3,333,333 /mo | ₦44,240,000 | ₦51,130,000 | ₦56,150,000 | ₦7,883,332–₦11,046,041 |
| CONJUSS 15 Top | CJN Maximum Step CONJUSS ceiling | All steps | ₦50,000,000 | ₦4,166,666 /mo | — | ₦62,957,000 | ₦62,957,000 | ₦9,841,665–₦12,379,079 |
Take-home estimate adds 135% allowances to monthly basic + ₦50,000 fixed. Steps 2, 4, 5, 7, 8 are intermediate — add proportionally. Figures are basic salary only. Updated: September 4, 2026.
💡 CONJUSS Take-Home Pay Calculator 2026
Select your grade and step to estimate monthly take-home pay including all 4 CONJUSS allowances.
⚠️ Estimates only. Actual pay depends on your posting, step, and current NSIWC circulars. Verify with your payroll office.
CONJUSS Allowances 2026
In addition to basic salary, CONJUSS workers receive the following allowances. These significantly increase total take-home pay above the basic salary figures in the grade table.
| Allowance | Type | Rate | Basis | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Housing Allowance | Percent | 100% | of annual basic salary | Judicial officers — full salary as housing |
| Transport Allowance | Percent | 25% | of annual basic salary | Official vehicles also provided |
| Duty Tour Allowance | Fixed | ₦50,000/mo | per day | Per diem for court circuits |
| Leave Allowance | Percent | 10% | of annual basic salary | Annual |
CONJUSS in Context — 2026
CONJUSS salaries are the highest in any Nigerian federal government structure, with Supreme Court Justices earning over ₦5 million per month in basic salary — more than ten times the salary of a GL 17 civil servant. The high pay is designed to ensure judicial independence and reduce corruption risk. Despite this, Nigeria's judiciary faces persistent accusations of corruption, and many experienced legal practitioners continue to prefer the greater earning potential of private practice.
FAQs — CONJUSS Salary Scale Nigeria
What is the CONJUSS salary scale in Nigeria?
CONJUSS (Consolidated Judicial Salary Structure) is the salary structure for judges, magistrates, and other judicial officers in federal courts in Nigeria. The entry-level grade earns approximately ₦175,000/month basic at Step 1. The highest grade reaches approximately ₦5,246,416/month. The scale has 15 grade levels and 4 allowance categories. It is administered by the NJC / NSIWC. Last updated: September 2026.
How much does a CONJUSS worker earn per month in Nigeria?
Monthly salaries under CONJUSS range from approximately ₦175,000 at entry level to ₦5,246,416 at the top grade. These are basic salary figures — total take-home is higher when housing, transport, and other allowances are added. Standard allowances total approximately 135% of annual basic salary per year. Fixed allowances add approximately ₦50,000/month on top.
How does CONJUSS compare to the minimum wage?
Nigeria's minimum wage is ₦70,000/month (₦840,000/year) as of the 2024 National Minimum Wage Act. The CONJUSS entry grade earns approximately ₦175,000/month basic — ₦105,000/month above the minimum wage.
What allowances do CONJUSS workers receive?
CONJUSS workers receive the following allowances: Housing Allowance: 100% of of annual basic salary (Judicial officers — full salary as housing); Transport Allowance: 25% of of annual basic salary (Official vehicles also provided); Duty Tour Allowance: ₦50,000 fixed (Per diem for court circuits); Leave Allowance: 10% of of annual basic salary (Annual). These allowances are added to basic salary to determine total take-home pay.
Who qualifies for CONJUSS in Nigeria?
CONJUSS covers all judicial officers from Grade I Magistrate courts through Federal High Court judges to Supreme Court Justices. Entry into the judiciary requires qualification as a Legal Practitioner under the Legal Practitioners Act, typically at least 10 years post-call experience for Federal High Court appointment, and 12–15 years for Court of Appeal. Supreme Court appointments are typically drawn from senior Justices and distinguished senior advocates.