Garda Síochána Take Home Pay Calculator Ireland 2026
This calculator shows how much Irish Gardaí take home after PAYE income tax, Universal Social Charge (USC), PRSI and Garda superannuation pension contributions.
We have pre-filled a common Garda salary of €57,000, typical for a Garda at the mid-point of the 'A' scale. Adjust to your exact pay point and rank, or add any allowances to your gross total.
Fully updated for the 2026 tax year with current PAYE/USC/PRSI bands and Garda superannuation defaults. Pay scales effective 1 August 2025 (source: An Garda Síochána official pay scales).
Garda Síochána Pay Scale by Rank — Ireland (2026, effective 1 August 2025)
An Garda Síochána operates a single national pay scale. Pay is identical across all four Garda regions (Dublin Metropolitan Region, Eastern, Southern and North-Western). The table below shows the 'A' scale (post-2013 recruits) — the most common scale for serving members.
| Rank |
Starting Annual Salary |
Mid-Career Annual Salary |
Maximum Annual Salary |
| Garda Trainee (allowance) |
€354/wk allowance |
— |
— |
| Garda (post-attestation, 'A' scale) |
€40,769 |
€54,758 (point 6) |
€64,303 (point 22) |
| Sergeant ('A' scale) |
€64,849 |
€69,257 (point 5) |
€73,460 (point 16) |
| Inspector ('A' scale) |
€73,816 |
€76,805 (point 3) |
€81,033 (point 7) |
| Superintendent ('A' scale) |
€96,094 |
€104,965 (point 4) |
€111,612 (point 8) |
| Chief Superintendent ('A' scale) |
€114,634 |
€125,392 (point 3) |
€136,747 (point 7) |
| Assistant Commissioner ('A' rate) |
€180,250 (single fixed rate) |
| Deputy Commissioner ('A' rate) |
€204,187 (single fixed rate) |
| Commissioner |
€317,657 (single fixed rate) |
Source: An Garda Síochána Official Pay Scales (effective 1 August 2025). 'A' scale applies to members recruited after October 2013. 'B' scale applies to members recruited before October 2013 (slightly lower rates). Garda 2015 scale also shown in official documentation for a smaller cohort. Figures are base salary only — allowances (rostered duty, detective, specialist unit etc.) are additional. Use the calculator above for your precise monthly net pay after all deductions.
Garda Regions — Pay Is National, Not Regional
| Garda Region |
Area Covered |
Starting Garda Salary (post-2013) |
Max Garda Salary (point 22) |
| Dublin Metropolitan Region (DMR) |
Dublin city & county |
€40,769 |
€64,303 |
| Eastern Region |
Leinster (excl. Dublin), parts of Munster |
€40,769 |
€64,303 |
| Southern Region |
Cork, Kerry, Limerick, Tipperary, Waterford |
€40,769 |
€64,303 |
| North-Western Region |
Connacht, Donegal, Cavan, Monaghan |
€40,769 |
€64,303 |
Pay scales are identical across all four Garda regions. Regional data shown for reference only.
New Garda Take Home Pay Ireland
If you are a newly attested Garda starting at €40,769 ('A' scale), your take-home pay is significantly shaped by PAYE, USC, PRSI and your superannuation pension contribution. Use the calculator above to see your exact monthly net pay. Most new Gardaí can expect to take home approximately €2,600–€2,850 per month in their first year.
Garda Allowances — What Counts Towards Gross Pay?
Many Gardaí earn significantly more than the base scale through allowances. The rostered duty allowance (approximately €5,100/yr) is paid to most uniformed members. Detective, Special Branch, Armed Support Unit, Traffic Corps, Mountain Rescue and other specialist unit allowances can add thousands more. Add your total allowances to your gross salary in the calculator for an accurate take-home figure.
Garda Superannuation Pension
Gardaí contribute to the Single Public Service Pension Scheme (for members recruited after 1 January 2013) or the older Garda pension scheme (pre-2013). Standard contributions are approximately 3.5% of net pensionable pay plus an additional 1.5% Spouses and Children's Contribution. These contributions are fully tax-relieved at your marginal rate. You can adjust the pension rate in Advanced Options above.
Garda 'A' vs 'B' Pay Scale
The 'A' scale applies to Gardaí recruited after October 2013. The 'B' scale (slightly lower at each point) applies to members recruited before that date. For example, a point-1 Garda on the 'B' scale earns €39,797 versus €40,769 on the 'A' scale. The table above shows 'A' scale rates as these apply to the majority of currently serving members.
Garda Take Home Pay Ireland — FAQs
How much does a Garda take home per month in Ireland?
A Garda on €57,000 (mid-scale, 'A' rate) typically takes home €3,400–€3,700 per month after PAYE, USC, PRSI and superannuation. A newly attested Garda on €40,769 takes home roughly €2,600–€2,850/month. Use the calculator above for your exact figure.
Does this calculator include PAYE, USC, PRSI and the Garda pension?
Yes — all four deductions are included by default using current 2026 rates. The Garda superannuation pension rate defaults to the standard contribution; you can adjust this in Advanced Options.
Does Garda pay differ between Dublin and other counties?
No. An Garda Síochána operates a single national pay scale set by the Department of Justice. A Garda stationed in Dublin earns the same base salary as one in Galway, Cork or Donegal. Some specialist role allowances may differ, but the base scale is identical nationwide.
How much does a Garda Sergeant take home after tax?
A Sergeant starting at €64,849 ('A' scale) takes home approximately €3,850–€4,150 per month. At the maximum sergeant point (€73,460), take-home is typically around €4,300–€4,600/month. Enter your exact point in the calculator above.
What is a Garda Inspector's take-home pay?
A Garda Inspector earning between €73,816 and €81,033 ('A' scale) typically takes home €4,300–€4,700 per month after all deductions.
Is the Garda trainee allowance taxable?
Garda trainees receive a weekly allowance of €354 during the 36-week Foundation Training Programme at the Garda College in Templemore. This allowance is generally subject to tax. Once attested, trainees move onto the full Garda pay scale starting at €40,769 per year.
Can I include overtime and allowances in the calculator?
Yes — simply add any regular allowances, overtime or specialist payments to your annual gross salary in the calculator. This will give you a more accurate take-home figure. Note that unsocial hours payments and overtime are also subject to PAYE, USC and PRSI.
