Public servants’ salaries will increase by 24% to 50% from January 2025

The Cabinet of Ministers has granted approval for a substantial increase in state sector salaries, set to commence from January 2025.

These reforms include substantial salary increases for government employees, with a 24% to 50% hike.

The President’s Media Division (PMD) said that Cabinet approval was granted to implement the recommendations from the Presidential Expert Committee, chaired by Udaya R. Seneviratne to address salary discrepancies in the government sector.

Accordingly, commencing January 1, 2025, the basic salary for public service will be increased by at least 24% for the lowest ranks, with increases ranging from 24% to over 50% for all public service professionals.

Additionally, the appointed by President Ranil Wickremesinghe had also recommended to double all salary increment values for government employees every year.

Arrangements have also been made to implement these salary increases for public corporations, boards and statutory bodies, universities, and the armed forces from next year, the PMD said.