EL1 base salaries at each Australian Public Service agency from its enterprise agreement, with take-home pay after tax in 2026–27.
An EL1 earns $121,755 to $157,498 a year depending on the agency and pay point: about $3,549 to $4,423 a fortnight after tax.
Executive Level 1 (EL1) is the classification above APS 6 and the first of the two Executive Levels.
EL1 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 EL1 salary in 2026?
Between $121,755 and $157,498 a year across the agencies here, from 12 March 2026: ATO $129,551 – $141,239; Treasury $137,301 – $157,498; Services Australia $122,493 – $135,731; Home Affairs $121,755 – $139,450; Defence $124,393 – $140,315.
How much is EL1 after tax?
From about $3,549 a fortnight at $121,755 to $4,423 at $157,498, after income tax and the Medicare levy in 2026–27.
Which agency pays the most for EL1?
Of the agencies here, Treasury has the highest EL1 pay point ($157,498) and Home Affairs the lowest starting salary ($121,755). 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 EL1?
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 1 · APS 2 · APS 3 · APS 4 · APS 5 · APS 6 · 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.