CONRAISS Salary Scale Nigeria 2026 — Full Grade Table
Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure
Covers: Research scientists and technical staff in federal research institutions. Salaries range from ₦70,000/month to ₦934,583/month.
What is the CONRAISS Salary Scale?
CONRAISS covers research scientists, technologists, and technical staff at federal research institutions such as NAFDAC, NIMR, PRODA, FIIRO, SHESTCO, and other federal science and technology agencies. It was introduced as part of the 2010 Consolidated Salary Structure reform to provide competitive remuneration for technical and research professionals who might otherwise be drawn to the private sector or academic positions.
Who Qualifies for CONRAISS?
CONRAISS applies to scientists and technical staff at federal research and development institutions, regulatory agencies with significant research functions (NAFDAC, NESREA), and the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC). Entry qualifications are typically a BSc in relevant sciences for junior grades, with MSc or PhD required for senior research grades.
CONRAISS Full Grade Table 2026 — All 12 Grades
| Grade | Role / Title | Entry Qualification | Step 1 Annual | Step 1 Monthly | Step 3 Annual | Step 6 Annual | Step 9 (max) | Take-home est. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONRAISS 01 Entry | Research Attendant / Technician Asst | FSLC | ₦840,000 | ₦70,000 /mo | ₦880,000 | ₦930,000 | ₦1,025,000 | ₦115,500–₦140,937 |
| CONRAISS 03 | Junior Technologist / Lab Asst | OND | ₦960,000 | ₦80,000 /mo | ₦1,010,000 | ₦1,090,000 | ₦1,200,000 | ₦132,000–₦165,000 |
| CONRAISS 05 | Technologist / Research Officer | HND / BSc | ₦1,150,000 | ₦95,833 /mo | ₦1,250,000 | ₦1,400,000 | ₦1,540,000 | ₦158,124–₦211,749 |
| CONRAISS 07 | Senior Research Officer | BSc + 3yrs | ₦1,450,000 | ₦120,833 /mo | ₦1,580,000 | ₦1,790,000 | ₦1,970,000 | ₦199,374–₦270,874 |
| CONRAISS 08 | Principal Research Officer | BSc + 5yrs or MSc | ₦1,750,000 | ₦145,833 /mo | ₦1,920,000 | ₦2,190,000 | ₦2,410,000 | ₦240,624–₦331,375 |
| CONRAISS 09 | Senior Principal Research Officer | MSc + 3yrs | ₦2,200,000 | ₦183,333 /mo | ₦2,430,000 | ₦2,790,000 | ₦3,070,000 | ₦302,499–₦422,125 |
| CONRAISS 10 | Chief Research Officer | MSc + 6yrs or PhD | ₦2,800,000 | ₦233,333 /mo | ₦3,100,000 | ₦3,570,000 | ₦3,930,000 | ₦384,999–₦540,375 |
| CONRAISS 11 | Assistant Director of Research | PhD + 3yrs | ₦3,500,000 | ₦291,666 /mo | ₦3,880,000 | ₦4,480,000 | ₦4,920,000 | ₦481,248–₦676,500 |
| CONRAISS 12 | Deputy Director of Research | PhD + 6yrs | ₦4,400,000 | ₦366,666 /mo | ₦4,880,000 | ₦5,640,000 | ₦6,200,000 | ₦604,998–₦852,500 |
| CONRAISS 13 | Director of Research (Deputy) | PhD + 10yrs | ₦5,600,000 | ₦466,666 /mo | ₦6,220,000 | ₦7,190,000 | ₦7,900,000 | ₦769,998–₦1,086,250 |
| CONRAISS 14 | Director of Research | PhD + 14yrs | ₦7,200,000 | ₦600,000 /mo | ₦8,000,000 | ₦9,270,000 | ₦9,270,000 | ₦990,000–₦1,274,625 |
| CONRAISS 15 Top | Director-General of Research Highest CONRAISS grade | Ministerial appointment | ₦9,000,000 | ₦750,000 /mo | ₦9,800,000 | ₦11,215,000 | ₦11,215,000 | ₦1,237,500–₦1,542,062 |
Take-home estimate adds 65% allowances to monthly basic . Steps 2, 4, 5, 7, 8 are intermediate — add proportionally. Figures are basic salary only. Updated: September 4, 2026.
💡 CONRAISS Take-Home Pay Calculator 2026
Select your grade and step to estimate monthly take-home pay including all 5 CONRAISS allowances.
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CONRAISS Allowances 2026
In addition to basic salary, CONRAISS 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 | 25% | of annual basic salary | Standard CONRAISS rate |
| Transport Allowance | Percent | 15% | of annual basic salary | Monthly |
| Research Allowance | Percent | 15% | of annual basic salary | For active research output |
| Leave Allowance | Percent | 10% | of annual basic salary | Annual |
| Hazard Allowance | Variable | 5000–30000 | per month | Lab/field hazard — depends on research type |
CONRAISS in Context — 2026
Nigeria's federal research institutions have struggled with chronic underfunding and brain drain throughout the post-oil boom era. CONRAISS staff at institutions like NIMR and FIIRO often express frustration at salary levels that remain below what university academics (CONUASS) or private sector equivalents earn. The result has been a hollowing out of senior research talent and difficulty attracting PhD graduates into public sector research careers.
FAQs — CONRAISS Salary Scale Nigeria
What is the CONRAISS salary scale in Nigeria?
CONRAISS (Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure) is the salary structure for research scientists and technical staff in federal research institutions in Nigeria. The entry-level grade earns approximately ₦70,000/month basic at Step 1. The highest grade reaches approximately ₦934,583/month. The scale has 12 grade levels and 5 allowance categories. It is administered by the NSIWC. Last updated: September 2026.
How much does a CONRAISS worker earn per month in Nigeria?
Monthly salaries under CONRAISS range from approximately ₦70,000 at entry level to ₦934,583 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 65% of annual basic salary per year.
How does CONRAISS 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 CONRAISS entry grade earns approximately ₦70,000/month basic — ₦0/month above the minimum wage.
What allowances do CONRAISS workers receive?
CONRAISS workers receive the following allowances: Housing Allowance: 25% of of annual basic salary (Standard CONRAISS rate); Transport Allowance: 15% of of annual basic salary (Monthly); Research Allowance: 15% of of annual basic salary (For active research output); Leave Allowance: 10% of of annual basic salary (Annual); Hazard Allowance: ₦5,000 variable (Lab/field hazard — depends on research type). These allowances are added to basic salary to determine total take-home pay.
Who qualifies for CONRAISS in Nigeria?
CONRAISS applies to scientists and technical staff at federal research and development institutions, regulatory agencies with significant research functions (NAFDAC, NESREA), and the Raw Materials Research and Development Council (RMRDC). Entry qualifications are typically a BSc in relevant sciences for junior grades, with MSc or PhD required for senior research grades.