An Assistant Section Officer (ASO) in SSC CGL is placed at pay level 7 of the 7th Pay Commission. On top of basic pay, ASOs get dearness allowance, house rent allowance and transport allowance. The in-hand salary varies by posting city because of HRA differences. ASO posts in CSS, MEA, Railways and other ministries carry the same pay level. Check the official notification for the post-wise pay details.