SUMMARY :
Indian Members of Parliament (MPs) receive a combination of salary, allowances, and various perks to support their roles. As of the latest updates, the salary and perks of an MP in India are as follows:
Salary and Allowances:
- Basic Salary: ₹1,00,000 per month.
- Constituency Allowance: ₹70,000 per month.
- Office Expense Allowance: ₹60,000 per month.
Other Perks:
- Travel Allowances: Free air, train, and road travel for official duties, including up to 34 air journeys per year for themselves and their spouse.
- Daily Allowance: ₹2,000 per day during Parliament sessions and committee meetings.
- Accommodation: Rent-free accommodation in New Delhi, either a flat or bungalow.
- Medical Facilities: Free medical treatment under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS).
- Telephone and Internet: Free telephone service and internet at their official residence.
- Pension: Minimum of ₹25,000 per month for former MPs, with additional increments based on years served.
Additional Facilities:
- Office in Parliament House: Office space with staff and facilities to assist with legislative duties.
- Security: Depending on the threat perception, MPs may receive security cover from the central or state government.
These financial and non-financial benefits are designed to enable MPs to fulfill their extensive responsibilities effectively, ensuring they can serve both their constituencies and perform their legislative duties in Parliament without financial or logistical constraints.
Members of Parliament (MPs) in India receive a salary and various perks. As of the latest updates, here is a detailed breakdown:
Salary:
- Basic Salary: An MP in India earns a basic salary of ₹1,00,000 per month.
Allowances and Perks:
- Constituency Allowance: ₹70,000 per month to cover expenses incurred while serving their constituency.
- Office Expense Allowance: ₹60,000 per month for running their offices, including staff salaries and office supplies.
Other Perks:
- Travel Allowances: MPs receive travel allowances for official travel. They can avail of air, train, and road travel free of cost, including up to 34 air journeys per year (for themselves and their spouse).
- Daily Allowance: ₹2,000 per day when Parliament is in session or when attending committee meetings.
- Accommodation: MPs are entitled to rent-free accommodation in New Delhi, which can be either a flat or a bungalow, depending on availability and their seniority.
- Medical Facilities: Free medical treatment and facilities under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS).
- Telephone and Internet: MPs get free telephone service up to a certain limit, including internet connection at their official residence.
- Pension: Former MPs receive a minimum pension of ₹25,000 per month, with additional increments based on the number of years served.
Additional Facilities:
- Office in Parliament House: MPs have an office in the Parliament House, which includes staff and other facilities to assist in their legislative duties.
- Security: Depending on the threat perception, MPs can receive security cover from the central or state government.
These benefits ensure that MPs can perform their duties effectively, both in their constituencies and in the Parliament. The package of salary and perks is designed to cover the costs associated with their extensive responsibilities and travel requirements.
Former MPs receive a pension of ₹25,000 per month after serving one term in Parliament. For every extra year of service, they get an increment of ₹2,000 per month.
India recently concluded its 2024 Lok Sabha elections, a major event that saw citizens cast their votes. While the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) managed to cross the halfway mark with a tally of 293 seats, the Opposition alliance, the INDIA bloc, delivered a strong performance, securing 232 seats. As the new Members of Parliament (MP) prepare to take their seats, the salaries and perks are worth looking at.
MP: Salaries
An MP earns a basic salary of ₹1,00,000 per month. This figure was set after the recent pay hike in 2018, with the aim of aligning their salaries with the inflation rates and the rising cost of living.
MPs: Allowances and Perks
Constituency allowance
MPs receive ₹70,000 per month as a constituency allowance – to cover expenses related to maintaining offices and engaging with constituents within their electoral regions.
Office expenses
A Member of Parliament receives ₹60,000 per month for office expenses, which includes costs for stationary, telecommunications staff salaries etc.
Daily allowance
During parliamentary sessions and committee meetings, MPs are entitled to a daily allowance of ₹2,000 to cover lodging, food and any other expenses while they are in the capital.
Travel allowance
MPs are entitled to 34 free domestic air journeys per year for themselves and their immediate families. They also receive free first-class train travel for official and personal purposes. MPs can also claim mileage allowances when travelling by road within their constituencies.
Housing and accommodation
MPs are given rent-free accommodations in prime areas during their 5-year term. Depending on seniority, they may receive bungalows, flats or hostel rooms. Those who choose not to use the official accommodation can claim a housing allowance of ₹2,00,000 per month.
Medical facilities
MPs and their immediate families are entitled to free medical care under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS). This includes treatment at government hospitals and select private hospitals which come under the scheme.
Pension
Former MPs receive a pension of ₹25,000 per month after serving one term in Parliament. For every extra year of service, they get an increment of ₹2,000 per month.
Phone and internet
MPs are allotted up to 1,50,000 free telephone calls annually. They also receive free high-speed internet connections at their residences and offices.
Water and electricity
MPs are provided with free electricity up to 50,000 units and free water up to 4,000 kilolitres annually.
