Armed Forces Pay Guide 2026-27
| Grade | Gross | Take-Home | Monthly | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Private / Able Rating L1 | £23,907 | £19,872 | £1,656 | Entry — other ranks |
| Private / AB Level 5 (competent) | £27,698 | £22,465 | £1,872 | Competent other rank |
| Corporal / Leading Rate | £32,234 | £25,568 | £2,131 | Junior NCO |
| Sergeant / Petty Officer | £38,845 | £30,090 | £2,507 | Senior NCO |
| Warrant Officer Class 2 | £47,480 | £35,996 | £3,000 | Senior Warrant Officer |
| 2nd Lieutenant / Midshipman | £34,614 | £27,196 | £2,266 | Junior commissioned officer |
| Lieutenant / Flying Officer | £42,681 | £32,713 | £2,726 | Mid-rank officer |
| Captain / Flight Lieutenant | £51,923 | £39,134 | £3,261 | Company/squadron level |
| Major / Squadron Leader | £62,282 | £44,999 | £3,750 | Senior officer |