Health Sector Wage Rates (TGHS)
Health Sector Salary Scales (TGHS) 2026/2027: Complete Analysis
The health sector is one of the most sensitive and important sectors in the growth of any nation. In Tanzania, the Government recognizes the great contribution of health professionals who work day and night to save the lives of citizens. Due to the sensitivity of their work, the system of paying these professionals is separate from other public service systems.
If you are a medical student, an aspiring nurse, or already a health worker, it is important to know the Health Sector Salary Scales (TGHS) 2026/2027 . Here at tsukumukyanectatz.com , we have prepared a detailed and professional guide that analyzes these grades from entry-level to specialist doctors.
What is the TGHS System?
Salaries for health sector workers employed by the Government in Tanzania are paid through a system called TGHS (Tanzania Government Health Scale).
Unlike teachers who use TGTS or regular staff who use TGS , the TGHS system is specifically designed to suit the nature of health professions, including Medical Doctors, Nurses, Pharmacists, Laboratory Technologists, and Medical Attendants.
Salary Grade Analysis (TGHS) 2026/2027
Basic Salary levels in the health sector are set based on the employee's level of education and work experience. Here are the estimated levels currently in use, expected to continue to reflect the 2026/2027 budget
start from Tsh 2,500,000 and above , increasing as they attain administrative positions (such as Regional Medical Officers or Hospital Directors)
Allowances and Other Entitlements for Health Workers
One of the major benefits of being in the TGHS System is the availability of various statutory entitlements and allowances that increase the income of a health worker in addition to the basic salary. These allowances include:
On-call Allowance: Paid to professionals who work overtime or are called out on emergency nights/weekends to save lives.
Risk Allowance: Due to dealing with infectious diseases and radiation.
Uniform Allowance: Paid once a year to help employees purchase and maintain their work uniforms.
Extra Duty Allowance: For working beyond legally recognized hours due to staff shortages.
Legal Deductions
As with other employees, the above salaries are subject to legal deductions before reaching the employee's hand (Take-home pay):
PAYE (Income Tax): Deducted by the Revenue Authority (TRA).
PSSSF: The employee deducts 5% for the Social Security Fund (the Government contributes 15% to complete 20%).
NHIF: 3% deduction for Health Insurance.
Understanding the Health Sector Salary Scales (TGHS) 2026/2027 is very important for the economic planning of every health worker. The government through the Ministry of Health and RALGM has continued to improve these benefits every year to ensure that professionals remain in the country and provide quality services to the citizens.
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