Indian Members of Parliament: Compensation and Benefits

As the new Members of Parliament (MP) prepare to take their seats, the salaries and perks are worth looking at.

Salary:

• Basic Salary: ₹1,00,000 per month (as of 2018 pay hike)

Allowances and Perks:

• Constituency Allowance: ₹70,000 per month to cover constituency office expenses and constituent engagement.
• Office Expenses: ₹60,000 per month for stationary, telecommunication, staff salaries etc.
• Daily Allowance: ₹2,000 per day during parliamentary sessions and committee meetings for lodging, food, and other capital-related expenses.
• Travel Allowance:
  • 34 free domestic air journeys annually (MP and immediate family)
  • Free first-class train travel (official and personal)
  • Mileage allowance for constituency travel by road
• Housing and Accommodation:
  • Rent-free accommodation (bungalows, flats, or hostel rooms) in prime locations during the 5-year term (based on seniority)
  • Housing allowance of ₹2,00,000 per month for those opting out of official accommodation
• Medical Facilities:
  • Free medical care for MP and immediate family under the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) at government and select private hospitals
• Pension:
  • ₹25,000 per month after one term
  • ₹2,000 increment for each additional year served
• Phone and Internet:
  • Up to 1,50,000 free telephone calls annually
  • Free high-speed internet connections at residences and offices
• Utilities:
  • Free electricity up to 50,000 units annually
  • Free water up to 4,000 kilolitres annually