Setting teacher salary bands: benchmarks for CBSE, ICSE and IB schools
7 min read · 7/2/2026 · Editorial Desk
Board-wise band benchmarks (Tier-1 city, INR/month, fixed)
- PRT: CBSE 32–52k · ICSE 38–58k · IB 60–95k
- TGT: CBSE 40–65k · ICSE 45–72k · IB 75–115k
- PGT: CBSE 55–90k · ICSE 60–95k · IB 95–160k
Tier-2 cities: apply a 0.75–0.85 multiplier. Tier-3: 0.6–0.75.
The split that works
Keep fixed at 82–88% of CTC. Variable tied to term-wise coordinator ratings, not board results. Benefits worth flagging on offer: PF, term insurance, staff-child fee waiver, structured PD budget.
Why bands beat individual negotiation
Published bands cut offer-acceptance time by 40% and reduce internal-parity complaints. Refresh bands once a year against real hires.