CONRAISS Salary Scale Nigeria 2026 — Full Grade Table
What is the CONRAISS Salary Scale?
CONRAISS covers researchers and technical officers at federal research agencies such as NAFDAC, NIMR, PRODA, FIIRO, NiMet, NIFST, and other government-owned research institutes. The structure rewards academic qualifications and research outputs, with progression tied to publications and project deliverables.
CONRAISS Full Grade Table (August 10, 2026)
| Grade | Step 1 (Annual) | Step 1 (Monthly) | Typical Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
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GL 01
Lowest grade — office assistants, lab attendants, cleaners in research institutes |
₦840,000 | ₦70,000 per month | FSLC / no formal qualification |
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GL 02
Support roles in research institution laboratories |
₦940,000 | ₦78,333 per month | SSCE (partial passes) |
|
GL 03
General clerical duties; some lab support roles |
₦1,060,000 | ₦88,333 per month | SSCE (5 credits) |
|
GL 04
Senior support staff; stores officers; data entry officers |
₦1,200,000 | ₦100,000 per month | SSCE + 1–2 years experience |
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GL 05
Technical support; laboratory technicians grade II |
₦1,350,000 | ₦112,500 per month | ND / relevant certificate |
|
GL 06
Senior technicians; executive officers; data analysts (entry) |
₦1,560,000 | ₦130,000 per month | HND (lower credit) / NCE |
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GL 07
Graduate-equivalent entry for HND holders; Research Officer I |
₦1,980,000 | ₦165,000 per month | HND (upper credit) / NCE with experience |
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GL 08
Standard graduate entry point for research institutions |
₦2,280,000 | ₦190,000 per month | B.Sc. / B.Tech / B.Eng (2nd class) |
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GL 09
M.Sc. direct entry; also reached by GL8 officers after promotion |
₦2,880,000 | ₦240,000 per month | M.Sc. / M.Tech entry OR B.Sc. + 3 years service |
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GL 10
Experienced research officers; project leads on smaller programmes |
₦3,360,000 | ₦280,000 per month | B.Sc. + 4–5 years service / M.Sc. + 2 years |
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GL 12
Section heads; principal investigators on research projects |
₦4,320,000 | ₦360,000 per month | B.Sc. + 8 years / M.Sc. + 5 years / Ph.D. + 2 years |
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GL 14
Departmental heads; deputy directors in research institutes |
₦5,760,000 | ₦480,000 per month | Senior promotion; Ph.D. preferred |
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GL 15
Directors of research departments; heads of divisions |
₦6,600,000 | ₦550,000 per month | Senior promotion; typically Ph.D. + 15+ years |
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GL 16
Deputy Director-General level; senior institute management |
₦7,800,000 | ₦650,000 per month | Top management; competitive appointment |
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GL 17
Head of federal research institute (DG); Chief Research Advisor |
₦9,000,000 | ₦750,000 per month | Director-General appointment; highest research grade |
* Steps 2–5 are incremental. Progression through steps is annual. Figures are basic salary only — allowances are additional. Last updated: August 7, 2026.
CONRAISS Allowances
In addition to basic salary, CONRAISS workers receive the following allowances. These significantly increase total take-home pay above the basic figures in the table above.
Frequently Asked Questions — CONRAISS Salary Scale
What is the CONRAISS salary scale in Nigeria?
Consolidated Research and Allied Institutions Salary Structure (CONRAISS) covers Research scientists and technical staff in federal research institutions. The entry-level grade (GL 01) earns ₦840,000 per year (approximately ₦70,000 per month) at Step 1. The highest grade (GL 17) earns ₦9,000,000 per year at Step 1.
How much does a CONRAISS worker earn per month?
Monthly salaries under CONRAISS range from approximately ₦70,000 at entry level to ₦934,583 at the top grade. These are basic salary figures — total take-home is higher when housing, transport, and other allowances are added.
How does CONRAISS compare to the minimum wage?
Nigeria's minimum wage is ₦70,000/month (₦840,000/year) as of 2024. The CONRAISS entry grade (GL 01) annual basic of ₦840,000 translates to approximately ₦70,000 per month basic, with total compensation higher after allowances.
What allowances do CONRAISS workers receive?
Housing Allowance: 25.00% of annual basic salary. Transport Allowance: 15.00% of annual basic salary. Utility Allowance: 10.00% of annual basic salary. Leave Allowance: 10.00% of annual basic salary. Research Allowance: ₦25,000 fixed monthly. Field/Project Allowance: ₦20,000 fixed monthly. ICT/Tech Allowance: ₦15,000 fixed monthly. These allowances are added to the basic salary to determine total take-home pay.
Salary figures are based on the current Consolidated Salary Structure as reviewed by the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC). Figures are approximate — actual pay depends on specific appointment, posting, and current government circulars. Last reviewed: August 10, 2026.