APS 1 base salaries at each Australian Public Service agency from its enterprise agreement, with take-home pay after tax in 2026–27.
An APS 1 earns $57,497 to $64,728 a year depending on the agency and pay point: about $1,874 to $2,059 a fortnight after tax.
APS 1 is the first of the six APS classifications below the Executive Levels.
APS 1 salary by agency
Rates from 12 March 2026. Take-home is after income tax and the Medicare levy for a full year in 2026–27; super and allowances aren't included. Tap a salary to open it in the pay calculator.
Common questions
What is the APS 1 salary in 2026?
Between $57,497 and $64,728 a year across the agencies here, from 12 March 2026: ATO $58,608 – $64,728; Treasury $57,497 – $61,822; Services Australia $57,497 – $61,603; Home Affairs $57,497 – $60,946; Defence $57,497 – $62,934.
How much is APS 1 after tax?
From about $1,874 a fortnight at $57,497 to $2,059 at $64,728, after income tax and the Medicare levy in 2026–27.
Which agency pays the most for APS 1?
Of the agencies here, ATO has the highest APS 1 pay point ($64,728) and Treasury the lowest starting salary ($57,497). Each agency sets its own pay points in its enterprise agreement.
Is super included?
No. APS agencies pay 15.4% employer super on top of these salaries, more than the super guarantee.
How do I move up within APS 1?
Through yearly pay progression, which differs between agencies: a pay point a year at some, a percentage at others. Compare the agreements.
Other levels: APS 2 · APS 3 · APS 4 · APS 5 · APS 6 · EL 1 · EL 2. All levels by agency: APS pay rates.
Sources: ATO · Treasury · Services Australia · Home Affairs · Defence. Checked 2026-10-15. Tax: ATO tax rates. General information only.