Kebbi State Civil Service Salary Structure 2026
Current minimum wage, full Grade Level 1–17 pay table, teacher salary, and live take-home calculator for Kebbi State civil servants.
Kebbi State Salary & Wages 2026 — Overview
Kebbi State civil servants are paid under the HAPSS (Harmonised Public Service Salary Structure) — Nigeria's unified state civil service pay framework. The current minimum wage in Kebbi State is ₦75,000 per month, effective October 2024, following implementation of the National Minimum Wage (Amendment) Act 2024.
The grade level system runs from GL1 (office attendants, entry support staff) to GL17 (directors and permanent secretaries), with each grade having up to 15 annual steps. A new university graduate entering Kebbi State civil service enters at GL8, earning ₦100,000–₦135,000/month basic. With standard allowances, total monthly take-home is approximately ₦130,000–₦189,000.
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Kebbi State Grade Level Salary Table 2026 (GL1 to GL17)
Monthly basic salary in Naira. Step 1 = new entrant; Step 15 = maximum (longest-serving).
| GL | Typical Role | Entry Qualification | Step 1 Min (₦) | Step 15 Max (₦) | Take-home est. (₦) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GL 01 | Office Attendant / Labourer / Cleaner / Security Assistant | FSLC / Primary cert | ₦75,000 | ₦75,000 | ₦97,500 – ₦103,499 |
| GL 02 | Junior Clerk / Messenger / Driver / Office Assistant | SSCE (partial) | ₦75,000 | ₦82,000 | ₦97,500 – ₦113,159 |
| GL 03 | Clerical Officer / Typist / Receptionist | SSCE 5 O-level credits | ₦75,000 | ₦88,000 | ₦97,500 – ₦121,439 |
| GL 04 | Senior Clerical Officer / Assistant | SSCE + 2 yrs exp | ₦75,000 | ₦94,000 | ₦97,500 – ₦129,719 |
| GL 05 | Executive Officer / Senior Clerk | SSCE + 4 yrs / promotion | ₦75,000 | ₦100,000 | ₦97,500 – ₦138,000 |
| GL 06 | Higher Executive Officer / Technical Officer / OND | OND / ND | ₦80,000 | ₦108,000 | ₦104,000 – ₦149,040 |
| GL 07 | Assistant Executive Officer / NCE / HND | HND / NCE Certificate | ₦90,000 | ₦118,000 | ₦117,000 – ₦162,840 |
| GL 08 ★ Graduate | Administrative Officer II — Graduate Entry (BSc/BA/BEd) | BSc / BA / BEd (First Degree) | ₦100,000 | ₦135,000 | ₦130,000 – ₦186,300 |
| GL 09 | Administrative Officer I / Professional Officer | BSc + 1yr or MSc direct | ₦110,000 | ₦148,000 | ₦143,000 – ₦204,239 |
| GL 10 | Senior Administrative Officer | 3–5 yrs post-entry | ₦125,000 | ₦168,000 | ₦162,500 – ₦231,839 |
| GL 11 | Principal Officer / Senior Professional | Promotion from GL10 | ₦140,000 | ₦188,000 | ₦182,000 – ₦259,439 |
| GL 12 | Principal Officer / Unit Head | 8+ yrs total | ₦158,000 | ₦212,000 | ₦205,400 – ₦292,560 |
| GL 13 | Chief Officer / Senior Principal | Promotion from GL12 | ₦178,000 | ₦235,000 | ₦231,400 – ₦324,300 |
| GL 14 | Assistant Director | Promotion from GL12 | ₦200,000 | ₦265,000 | ₦260,000 – ₦365,700 |
| GL 15 | Deputy Director / Chief Inspector | Promotion from GL14 | ₦230,000 | ₦295,000 | ₦299,000 – ₦407,099 |
| GL 16 | Director I / Senior Director | Promotion from GL15 | ₦265,000 | ₦325,000 | ₦344,500 – ₦448,499 |
| GL 17 | Director / Permanent Secretary — Senior Management | Top management | ₦300,000 | ₦350,000 | ₦390,000 – ₦482,999 |
Take-home estimate adds housing (15%), transport (10%), utility (5%) allowances to annual basic then divides by 12. Leave allowance (10% annual) paid separately during leave period.
Kebbi State Teacher Salary Structure 2026
Teachers in Kebbi State are employed through SUBEB (primary schools) and TESCOM / TSC (secondary schools). Both use the same HAPSS grade level pay scale. NCE holders enter at GL7; degree holders (BEd, BSc + PGDE) enter at GL8.
NCE holders (GL7) and degree holders (GL8). Newly recruited SUBEB or TESCOM teachers.
Experienced teachers with 4–10 years service. May serve as Head of Subject or Department.
School Principals (secondary) and Head Teachers (primary). Senior Principal at GL15.
Teachers posted to rural or remote communities receive an additional Rural Posting Allowance of ₦5,000–₦15,000/month depending on remoteness and state policy.
Kebbi State Civil Servant Allowances 2026
| Allowance | Basis | Rate | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing Allowance | % of annual basic | 15% | Paid monthly. Higher grades may get higher %. |
| Transport Allowance | % of annual basic | 10% | For commuting and official duties. Paid monthly. |
| Utility Allowance | % of annual basic | 5% | Covers electricity, water, internet, phone. |
| Leave Allowance | % of annual basic | 10% | Paid once a year during annual leave period. |
| Meal / Shift Allowance | Fixed — role based | Varies | Shift workers, enforcement staff, long-hours roles. |
| Hazard / Risk Allowance | Fixed — monthly | Varies | Medical, security, environmental staff. |
| Rural Posting Allowance | Fixed — monthly | ₦5,000–₦15,000 | Teachers and health workers in remote areas. |
| Leave Travel Grant | Fixed — annual | Varies | Travel support paid during annual leave. |
| Overtime Allowance | Hourly / daily | Varies | Non-managerial staff working beyond official hours. |
💡 Kebbi State Take-Home Pay Calculator
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FAQs — Kebbi State Civil Servant Salary
What is the minimum wage in Kebbi State?
The current minimum wage in Kebbi State is ₦75,000 per month, effective October 2024. Kebbi State approved a ₦75,000 minimum wage for state workers in October 2024. The new wage was implemented from the October 2024 salary cycle and remained the applicable state minimum wage in 2026.
How much does Kebbi State pay civil servants per month?
Kebbi State civil servants earn between ₦75,000/month at Grade Level 1 (lowest) and ₦350,000/month at Grade Level 17 (directors and permanent secretaries). These are basic salary figures — total take-home including housing (15%), transport (10%), and utility (5%) allowances is typically 30–50% higher.
What is GL8 salary in Kebbi State per month?
Grade Level 8 (GL8) is the standard entry grade for university degree holders (BSc, BA, BEd) in Kebbi State civil service. GL8 basic salary in Kebbi State ranges from ₦100,000 (Step 1, new entrant) to ₦135,000 (Step 15, longest-serving). With housing (15%), transport (10%), and utility (5%) allowances, estimated monthly take-home is approximately ₦130,000–₦182,250.
How much is teacher salary in Kebbi State per month?
Teachers in Kebbi State earn based on grade level. Entry-level teachers — NCE holders (GL7) and degree holders (GL8) — earn ₦90,000–₦120,000/month in basic salary. Senior teachers (GL10–12) earn more, and Principals (GL13–15) earn still more. SUBEB handles primary school teachers; TESCOM/TSC handles secondary school teachers. Both use the same HAPSS grade level pay scale.
What allowances do Kebbi State civil servants receive?
Kebbi State civil servants receive: Housing Allowance (15% of annual basic, paid monthly); Transport Allowance (10% of annual basic, paid monthly); Utility Allowance (5% of annual basic, paid monthly); Leave Allowance (10%, paid annually). Role-specific allowances include Hazard Allowance (medical, security staff), Rural Posting Allowance (teachers in remote areas), and Shift Allowance. Total take-home is typically 40–50% above basic salary.
What is the Kebbi State salary structure called?
Kebbi State civil servants are paid under the HAPSS — the Harmonised Public Service Salary Structure used by Nigerian state governments. It runs from Grade Level 1 (entry support) to Grade Level 17 (directors, permanent secretaries), with up to 15 annual steps per grade. Each step represents one year of service at that grade level.