Prime Minister of Pakistan Earns Less Than MPs and Top Officials, Cabinet Division Reveals
Despite holding Pakistan’s highest constitutional office, the Prime Minister’s monthly salary is notably lower than that of Members of Parliament (MPs) and other senior government officials, according to figures presented by the Cabinet Division in the Senate.
📉 PM’s Salary vs Other Officials
As per official data:
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💰 Prime Minister’s Total Salary: Approx. Rs. 200,000/month
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Basic Salary: Rs. 107,280
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Allowances Included: Total reaches Rs. 200,000
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In comparison:
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🏛️ Members of Parliament (MPs) earn around Rs. 519,000/month
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🗣️ Speaker of the National Assembly & Chairman of the Senate each receive Rs. 1.3 million/month
This stark pay difference highlights how the PM’s compensation is less than half of what an average MP earns, despite being the most powerful public office in the country.
📌 No Retirement Perks for the PM
Unlike many top officials, the Prime Minister does not enjoy any post-retirement privileges, which include:
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❌ No lifetime security detail
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❌ No pension
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❌ No tax exemptions
This distinguishes the PM’s compensation package from other state officeholders, who often retain significant benefits after leaving office.
🧾 Context Matters
While salary may not reflect the influence and responsibilities of the role, the data provides rare insight into Pakistan’s public sector pay structure—and may surprise many who assume the Prime Minister receives the highest compensation.
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