The CONPASS Salary Structure 2026 sets the pay for eligible officers in Nigeria’s federal paramilitary services. CONPASS means Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure.
Each officer earns according to the applicable grade, step, rank, cadre and qualification. Promotion and step progression can increase basic pay, while eligible allowances can increase total earnings.
The Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, NSCDC, Nigeria Correctional Service, Federal Fire Service and NDLEA all have officers covered by the federal paramilitary salary framework.
The CONPASS salary scale also varies by entry qualification. SSCE, ND, NCE, HND and BSc holders can enter different cadres and ranks, depending on the agency’s recruitment requirements.
The sections below cover CONPASS monthly salary, grade levels, ranks, entry salaries, qualifications and allowances.
CONPASS Salary Structure 2026
The CONPASS salary per month varies from one officer to another.
The grade determines the officer’s position on the salary scale, while the step determines the officer’s position within that grade. Rank and cadre also affect the applicable pay.
A recruit with an SSCE qualification can therefore enter at a different level from a graduate with an HND or BSc.
Promotion and step progression can increase basic salary. Eligible allowances can increase total monthly earnings.
The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission maintains federal salary structures and related circulars, including documents covering CONPASS.
CONPASS Salary by Grade, Step and Rank
The CONPASS salary by grade level follows a structured system of grades and steps.
The grade sets the salary level attached to an appointment. The step determines the officer’s position within that grade.
Two officers can therefore hold the same grade but receive different basic salaries because they occupy different steps.
Rank also affects pay because paramilitary agencies use different career structures. Promotion can move an officer to a higher rank or grade, while step progression can increase pay within the same grade.
| CONPASS Grade | Estimated Monthly Salary |
| CONPASS 01 | ₦70,000–₦80,000 |
| CONPASS 02 | ₦70,000–₦90,000 |
| CONPASS 03 | ₦70,000–₦100,000 |
| CONPASS 04 | ₦80,000–₦110,000 |
| CONPASS 05 | ₦90,000–₦120,000 |
| CONPASS 06 | ₦100,000–₦140,000 |
| CONPASS 07 | ₦110,000–₦160,000 |
| CONPASS 08 | ₦130,000–₦200,000 |
| CONPASS 09 | ₦150,000–₦230,000 |
| CONPASS 10 | ₦180,000–₦260,000 |
| CONPASS 11 | ₦220,000–₦300,000 |
| CONPASS 12 | ₦250,000–₦350,000 |
| CONPASS 13 | ₦300,000–₦400,000 |
| CONPASS 14 | ₦350,000–₦450,000 |
| CONPASS 15 | ₦400,000–₦550,000 |
| CONPASS 16 | ₦450,000–₦650,000 |
What Does CONPASS Stand For?
CONPASS stands for Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure.
The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission lists CONPASS separately from other federal salary structures.
- CONPASS — Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure
- CONPSS — Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure
- CONPOSS — Consolidated Police Salary Structure
- CONAFSS — Consolidated Armed Forces Salary Structure
The Federal Government approved a CONPASS salary structure from 1 January 2007, followed by an upward review from 1 July 2010.
CONPASS should therefore not be described as the Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure. That name belongs to CONPSS.
Which Agencies Use CONPASS?
The CONPASS salary structure in Nigeria covers federal paramilitary services, including:
- Nigeria Customs Service
- Nigeria Immigration Service
- Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps
- Nigeria Correctional Service
- Federal Fire Service
- National Drug Law Enforcement Agency
- Federal Road Safety Corps
Each service has its own ranks, cadres and recruitment requirements.
Consequently, officers in different agencies can have different entry positions and career paths even when they fall under the same federal paramilitary salary structure.
CONPASS Salary by Qualification
Educational qualification can determine the cadre and entry position available to a recruit.
The CONPASS salary by qualification therefore varies between SSCE, ND, NCE, HND and bachelor’s degree holders.
The qualification does not produce one fixed salary across every paramilitary agency. Instead, the recruiting agency determines the applicable cadre, rank and grade.
| Qualification | Typical Entry Position | Estimated Monthly Salary |
| SSCE | Entry-level cadre | ₦70,000–₦110,000 |
| ND/NCE | Intermediate cadre | ₦90,000–₦150,000 |
| HND | Graduate/professional cadre | ₦130,000–₦250,000 |
| BSc | Graduate cadre | ₦150,000–₦300,000 |
SSCE Holders
SSCE holders can qualify for eligible entry-level positions.
NDLEA places SSCE candidates in the Narcotic Assistant cadre.
ND and NCE Holders
ND and NCE holders can qualify for higher entry cadres in some agencies.
NDLEA places ND and NCE candidates in the Narcotic Agent cadre.
HND and BSc Holders
HND and BSc holders can qualify for graduate-level cadres.
NDLEA places both HND and BSc candidates in the Superintendent cadre.
The applicable rank, grade and step determine the starting salary.
CONPASS Allowances and Total Earnings
CONPASS allowances can increase an officer’s earnings above basic salary.
Depending on the agency and assignment, allowances can include:
- Housing allowance
- Transport allowance
- Utility allowance
- Hazard allowance
- Uniform allowance
- Field allowance
- Operational allowance
- Furniture allowance
- Duty allowance
- Training allowance
Officers do not automatically receive every allowance. Eligibility depends on the agency, rank, assignment and applicable rules.
Nigeria Customs, for example, has allowances linked to specific duties and working conditions.
The distinction between basic salary and total salary also matters. Basic salary comes from the officer’s grade and step, while total earnings can include eligible allowances.
CONPASS Salary and the ₦70,000 Minimum Wage
Nigeria’s National Minimum Wage Act 2024 increased the national minimum wage from ₦30,000 to ₦70,000.
The Federal Government later established a committee to negotiate consequential salary adjustments linked to the new minimum wage.
The ₦70,000 minimum wage does not mean every CONPASS officer receives ₦70,000 as basic monthly salary.
Federal salary structures use approved grades, steps and salary adjustments.
The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission publishes the relevant salary circulars.
CONPASS Salary by Agency
Nigeria Customs Service
The Nigeria Customs Service salary structure operates within the federal paramilitary salary framework.
Customs officers occupy different ranks and cadres, so pay varies according to grade, step, rank and qualification.
Eligible allowances can increase total earnings.
Nigeria Immigration Service
The Nigeria Immigration Service salary structure operates within the federal paramilitary framework.
Immigration officers occupy different ranks and grades, while qualification can affect the entry cadre.
Eligible allowances can increase total earnings.
NSCDC
The NSCDC salary structure covers officers across different cadres and ranks.
Grade, step, rank and qualification determine an officer’s position on the salary structure.
Eligible allowances can increase total pay.
NDLEA
The NDLEA salary structure uses CONPASS.
NDLEA assigns recruits to cadres according to their qualifications. SSCE candidates enter the Narcotic Assistant cadre, ND and NCE candidates enter the Narcotic Agent cadre, while HND and BSc candidates enter the Superintendent cadre.
The entry rank and grade determine the starting salary.
Federal Fire Service
The Federal Fire Service salary structure falls under the federal paramilitary pay system.
Officers occupy different ranks and cadres, so salary varies according to grade, step and rank.
Operational duties can determine eligibility for specific allowances.
Nigeria Correctional Service
The Nigeria Correctional Service operates within the federal paramilitary salary framework.
Correctional officers occupy different ranks, grades and steps, so their salaries vary according to their positions.
Eligible allowances can increase total earnings.
CONPASS Promotion and Salary Progression
A CONPASS salary increase can result from step progression, promotion or an approved salary review.
An officer can move to a higher step within the same grade. Promotion can move the officer to a higher grade or rank.
Each agency sets its own promotion requirements. These can include service length, training, qualifications, performance and available positions.
Years of service alone do not determine an officer’s salary.
Frequently Asked Questions About CONPASS Salary Structure
How much does CONPASS pay per month?
The CONPASS salary per month depends on grade, step, cadre, rank, qualification and eligible allowances.
What is the CONPASS salary structure in Nigeria?
The CONPASS salary structure is the federal pay framework for eligible paramilitary personnel.
What does CONPASS stand for?
CONPASS stands for Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure.
What is the CONPASS salary for SSCE holders?
The salary depends on the agency, entry cadre, grade and step.
What is the CONPASS salary for ND and NCE holders?
ND and NCE holders can enter eligible cadres according to the agency’s recruitment rules. The applicable grade and step determine basic salary.
What is the CONPASS salary for HND and BSc holders?
HND and BSc holders can qualify for graduate-level entry positions in some paramilitary agencies. The agency determines the applicable rank, grade and step.
Which agencies use CONPASS?
Federal paramilitary services associated with CONPASS include Nigeria Customs Service, Nigeria Immigration Service, NSCDC, Nigeria Correctional Service, Federal Fire Service, NDLEA and FRSC.
Does CONPASS include allowances?
Yes. Eligible officers can receive allowances in addition to basic salary.
Is CONPASS the same as CONPSS?
No. CONPASS means Consolidated Para-Military Salary Structure, while CONPSS means Consolidated Public Service Salary Structure.
Is CONPASS used by the Nigerian Police?
No. The police use CONPOSS, the Consolidated Police Salary Structure.
Is CONPASS used by the Nigerian Army?
No. The Armed Forces use CONAFSS, the Consolidated Armed Forces Salary Structure.
Does qualification affect CONPASS salary?
Yes. Qualification can determine the entry cadre, rank and grade available to a recruit.
Does promotion increase CONPASS salary?
Promotion can move an officer to a higher grade or rank and increase basic salary.
Where can I find official CONPASS salary information?
The National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission publishes federal salary structures and related circulars.
