CONHESS 6 Salary 2027: Step 1, Step 2 & Top-Step Monthly Pay
CONHESS 6 pays ₦119,959 a month at Step 1 and ₦122,885 at Step 2, rising to ₦160,918 at the top step (basic salary, NSIWC scale effective 29 July 2024). Every step, who is on CONHESS 6, and the grades either side.
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CONHESS 6 Step 1 pays ₦119,959 a month in basic salary, Step 2 ₦122,885, and the top step (Step 15) ₦160,918. Diploma and certificate registered nurses usually start on CONHESS 6.
Source: the CONHESS table in NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210 of 23 September 2024 (effective 29 July 2024), annual figures divided by 12 and rounded to the naira. The circular is on nsiwc.gov.ng; our CONHESS salary structure guide has every grade. Allowances (shift, call duty, hazard, specialist) are paid on top of these basic figures, and deductions come off them. Last checked: 25 September 2026.
CONHESS 6 salary per month, by step
| Step | Monthly basic | Annual basic (circular) |
|---|---|---|
| Step 1 | ₦119,959 | ₦1,439,506 |
| Step 2 | ₦122,885 | ₦1,474,614 |
| Step 3 | ₦125,810 | ₦1,509,722 |
| Step 4 | ₦128,736 | ₦1,544,830 |
| Step 5 | ₦131,662 | ₦1,579,938 |
| Step 6 | ₦134,587 | ₦1,615,046 |
| Step 7 | ₦137,513 | ₦1,650,154 |
| Step 8 | ₦140,439 | ₦1,685,262 |
| Step 9 | ₦143,364 | ₦1,720,370 |
| Step 10 | ₦146,290 | ₦1,755,477 |
| Step 11 | ₦149,215 | ₦1,790,585 |
| Step 12 | ₦152,141 | ₦1,825,693 |
| Step 13 | ₦155,067 | ₦1,860,801 |
| Step 14 | ₦157,992 | ₦1,895,909 |
| Step 15 (top) | ₦160,918 | ₦1,931,017 |
All 15 steps of CONHESS 6, from NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210. Monthly = annual ÷ 12, rounded to the naira. You move up one step with each year of service, and to a new grade on promotion.
Where CONHESS 6 sits on the scale
| Grade | Step 1 | Top step | Who's usually here |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONHESS 5 | ₦90,172 | ₦112,468 | Experienced auxiliaries |
| CONHESS 6 | ₦119,959 | ₦160,918 | Entry RN (diploma) |
| CONHESS 7 | ₦155,990 | ₦211,125 | BSc RN (entry) |
Promotion from CONHESS 6 to CONHESS 7 raises Step 1 basic pay by about ₦36,031 a month (30%).
Who is on CONHESS 6?
Diploma and certificate registered nurses usually start on CONHESS 6. Your exact placement depends on your qualification, profession and employer. See the guide for your profession:
For every health profession side by side, see Healthcare Salaries in Nigeria 2027: Every Cadre Compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is CONHESS 6 Step 1 salary per month?
₦119,959 a month in basic salary (₦1,439,506 a year), before allowances and deductions.
How much is CONHESS 6 Step 2 salary per month?
₦122,885 a month in basic salary (₦1,474,614 a year), before allowances and deductions.
What is the highest step on CONHESS 6?
CONHESS 6 has 15 steps. Step 15, the top step, pays ₦160,918 a month in basic salary (₦1,931,017 a year).
Are these the official CONHESS 6 figures?
Yes. They are the annual figures for CONHESS 6 in NSIWC circular SWC.04/T/210 of 23 September 2024 (the scale effective 29 July 2024), divided by 12 and rounded to the naira. Allowances are paid on top, so your payslip will differ from the basic figure.
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