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The announcement follows the conclusion of the Duleep Trophy and precedes the start of the Ranji Trophy, the nation's premier red-ball competition, which is scheduled to commence on October 11. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the decision on Thursday, noting that the board is also moving to restructure the existing panel of domestic umpires.
New Grading System and Financial Restructuring
Alongside the upcoming pay increase, the BCCI is set to implement a new gradation system for domestic umpires. According to reports, officials will be categorized into four distinct tiers, labeled A, B, C, and D. This system is designed to differentiate between those officiating at the highest levels of the game and those overseeing junior-level tournaments.
Under this new framework, Grades A and B will be reserved specifically for umpires assigned to senior domestic fixtures. Grades C and D will consist of officials who handle junior domestic matches. This move is expected to provide a more structured career progression for officials within the BCCI system.
Current Pay Structure for Officials
The current compensation model for BCCI domestic umpires features tiered daily rates based on seniority and match format. Presently, the top 20 domestic umpires receive a fee of Rs 40,000 per day, while other umpires on the BCCI panel receive Rs 30,000 per day. For T20 matches, the standard fee is set at Rs 20,000 per day.
In addition to these match fees, officials currently receive a daily allowance to cover expenses while on duty. This allowance is set at Rs 1,500 for umpires officiating in outstation matches, while local officials receive between Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 per day. The upcoming changes are expected to be a key topic of discussion as the board prepares for its Annual General Meeting, scheduled to take place at the BCCI headquarters in Mumbai this Friday.
