Pay grades
11
A 6 – A 16
A13 top step
€6,347
gross / month
Highest grade
A 16
€8,727
Data status
2026
published
Top step by pay grade — North Rhine-Westphalia
A 6: Top step gross €3,639. A 7: Top step gross €3,772. A 8: Top step gross €4,078. A 9: Top step gross €4,272. A 10: Top step gross €4,758. A 11: Top step gross €5,229. A 12: Top step gross €5,739. A 13: Top step gross €6,347. A 14: Top step gross €6,997. A 15: Top step gross €7,863. A 16: Top step gross €8,727
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Frequently asked questions
Which pay grades exist in North Rhine-Westphalia?
North Rhine-Westphalia pays A-grades A 6 to A 16. Base pay ranges from €3,127 (A 6, entry) to €8,727 (A 16, top step).
How much does A13 earn in North Rhine-Westphalia?
A13 in North Rhine-Westphalia ranges from €5,193 to €6,347 gross; at the top step roughly €4,591 net remains.
How current are the tables?
Data status: 2026 (01.04.2026 – 28.02.2027).
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