UP ANM Salary 2026 – Government vs NHM Complete Comparison
There are two completely different types of ANM jobs in Uttar Pradesh — and they have very different salaries. Regular government ANM posts (through UPSSSC) pay ₹25,500 basic (Level 4) with all 7th CPC benefits. NHM (National Health Mission) ANM posts are contractual and pay around ₹10,025/month with limited benefits. Understanding this difference is the most important thing before planning your ANM career.
UP ANM Salary: Regular Government vs NHM Contractual
| Type | Regular Govt ANM | NHM Contractual ANM |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹25,500 (Level 4) | ₹10,025/month (fixed) |
| DA | ~50% of Basic | None |
| HRA | 8–24% of Basic | None |
| NPS / Pension | Employee 10% + Govt 14% | None / EPF (sometimes) |
| In-Hand | ₹33,000–41,000/month | ~₹10,025/month |
| Job security | Permanent | Annual contract |
| Recruitment body | UPSSSC | State NHM / NRHM UP |
Source: UPSSSC ANM recruitment notification; NRHM UP official NHM ANM contractual salary structure.
UP Regular Government ANM Pay Scale 2026
| Pay Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Pay Level | Level 4 (Grade Pay ₹2,400 equivalent) |
| Basic Pay | ₹25,500/month |
| DA (~50%) | ₹12,750 |
| HRA (Y-city 16%) | ₹4,080 |
| TA | ₹1,350–3,600 |
| Gross Salary | ~₹40,000–48,000 |
| NPS Deduction (10%) | ~₹3,825 |
| In-Hand Salary | ₹33,000–41,000/month |
UP ANM Job Profile
ANM (Auxiliary Nurse Midwife) is the first point of healthcare contact for millions in rural UP:
- Primary posting: Sub-Health Centre (SHC) or Health Sub-Centre — typically serving 3,000–5,000 population in a village cluster
- Immunization: Running routine immunization program for children — Measles, Polio, DPT — at AWC (Anganwadi) and health centers
- ANC (Antenatal Care): Pregnancy registration, ANC checkups, institutional delivery promotion
- Family planning: Counseling and services under government program
- ASHA workers: Coordinating and supervising ASHA workers in the sub-center area
- Disease surveillance: Reporting communicable diseases — malaria, diarrhea, dengue
UP ANM Eligibility 2026
| Criterion | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Education | 12th pass (PCB) + ANM certificate/diploma (18 months) |
| Registration | UP State Nursing Council registration mandatory |
| Gender | Female only (ANM is exclusively for women) |
| Age (General) | 18–40 years |
| Age (OBC/SC/ST) | Age relaxation as per UP rules |
| Domicile | UP domicile required |
UP ANM Selection Process
- UPSSSC ANM exam: Written test — General Knowledge, Hindi, Nursing subjects (Mother and Child Health, Community Health, Family Planning)
- Merit-based: No physical test. Selection based on written exam marks + 12th PCB marks (weightage varies per notification)
- Conducting body: UPSSSC (Uttar Pradesh Subordinate Services Selection Commission)
UP ANM Career Growth
| Post | Pay Level | Basic Pay |
|---|---|---|
| ANM | Level 4 | ₹25,500 |
| LHV (Lady Health Visitor) | Level 5 | ₹29,200 |
| Supervisor ANM | Level 6 | ₹35,400 |
| Staff Nurse (with B.Sc) | Level 7 | ₹44,900 |
NPS Benefits for UP Regular ANM
- Employee: 10% of Basic+DA = ₹3,825/month at joining
- UP Govt: 14% of Basic+DA = ₹5,355/month — free benefit
- Total NPS per month: ₹9,180 at joining
- 30-year estimated corpus (8% return): ₹85 lakh–1.2 crore
- Retirement at 60 years: 60% lump sum + 40% annuity
UP ANM Salary: City-wise In-Hand Breakdown
| Posting City Type | HRA | Approx In-Hand |
|---|---|---|
| X-city (Lucknow/Kanpur/Agra) | 24% = ₹6,120 | ₹38,000–41,000 |
| Y-city (Major district HQ) | 16% = ₹4,080 | ₹35,000–39,000 |
| Z-city (Rural/remote) | 8% = ₹2,040 | ₹33,000–36,000 |
UP ANM MACP — How It Works
MACP (Modified Assured Career Progression) guarantees a pay raise at 10, 20, and 30 years of service even without promotion:
- 10 years: Automatic upgrade from Level 4 to Level 5 (₹25,500 → ₹29,200). No promotion needed.
- 20 years: Automatic upgrade to Level 6 (₹29,200 → ₹35,400)
- 30 years: Automatic upgrade to Level 7 (₹35,400 → ₹44,900)
This means a UP ANM who never gets promoted still ends their career at Level 7 pay — the same as a B.Sc Staff Nurse at entry. MACP is guaranteed by 7th Pay Commission rules and applies to all UP state government employees. Source: UP MACP rules under 7th Pay Commission implementation.
UP ANM vs UP Lekhpal — Same Level, Different Nature
| Factor | UP ANM (Level 4) | UP Lekhpal (Level 3) |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Pay | ₹25,500 (Level 4) | ₹21,700 (Level 3) |
| Extra qualification | ANM diploma required | 12th only |
| Gender restriction | Female only | Both genders |
| Work nature | Healthcare field + community | Revenue records (office/field) |
| Night duty | Possible (deliveries) | No |
UP ANM pays ₹3,800/month more than Lekhpal but requires ANM diploma and is female-only. For women with ANM qualification, this is the better option financially.
UP ANM 8th Pay Commission — What to Expect
8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented from 2027. For UP ANM at Level 4:
- Current Basic Pay (Level 4): ₹25,500
- Estimated 8th CPC Basic Pay: ₹30,000–32,000 (20–25% increase estimated)
- Expected in-hand post-8th CPC: ₹40,000–50,000/month
- UP state typically implements central pay commission within 1–2 years
UP ANM Exam — Documents Required
- ANM diploma certificate from recognized institution
- UP State Nursing Council registration certificate
- 12th pass certificate + marksheet
- UP domicile certificate
- Caste certificate (OBC/SC/ST — if applicable)
- Age proof (birth certificate or 10th certificate)
- Recent passport-size photographs
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: UP ANM government salary 2026 in hand kitni hai?
Regular government ANM (UPSSSC): Basic Pay ₹25,500 (Level 4). In-hand: ₹33,000–41,000/month. NHM contractual ANM: ₹10,025/month (no HRA/DA). The two are very different — target UPSSSC regular recruitment, not just NHM.
Q: NHM ANM vs Government ANM — which to target?
Regular government ANM (UPSSSC) pays 3x more than NHM contractual (₹33,000 vs ₹10,025). However, NHM jobs are available more frequently. Target both — join NHM for experience while preparing for UPSSSC regular exam.
Q: UP ANM ke liye UP Nursing Council registration mandatory hai?
Yes — UP State Nursing Council registration is mandatory for applying to government ANM posts. Complete ANM course from a recognized institution, then register with UP Nursing Council.
Q: UP ANM ke liye age limit kya hai?
General: 18–40 years. OBC/SC/ST: age relaxation per UP rules. Female only post.
Q: ANM ke baad LHV/Staff Nurse kaise bane?
LHV (Lady Health Visitor) promotion: After departmental exam, typically 5–8 years experience as ANM. Staff Nurse requires B.Sc Nursing (4-year degree) — can pursue through distance education while serving as ANM.
