🏛️ Northern Territory Public Sector
Northern Territory (NTPS) Salary Scales
Official AO 1 to AO 6 classification pay rates under the NTPS Enterprise Agreement with Stage 3 take-home pay calculations.
NTPS Administrative Stream Pay Scales
Based on official Northern Territory Public Sector Enterprise Agreement (2025–2026 Rates)
| Classification Band | Base Salary (AUD) | Super (12.0%) | Estimated Tax & Medicare | Net Take-Home Pay | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AO 1.1 Administrative Trainee | $55,400 | +$6,648 | -$8,347 | $47,053 | |
| AO 2.1 Admin Assistant | $64,900 | +$7,788 | -$11,530 | $53,371 | |
| AO 3.1 Project Officer | $74,800 | +$8,976 | -$14,724 | $60,076 | |
| AO 4.1 Senior Project Officer | $86,200 | +$10,344 | -$18,372 | $67,828 | |
| AO 5.1 Policy Specialist | $97,800 | +$11,736 | -$22,084 | $75,716 | |
| AO 6.1 Team Leader | $111,400 | +$13,368 | -$26,436 | $84,964 | |
| Senior AO 1 Manager / Director | $129,800 | +$15,576 | -$32,324 | $97,476 |
🇦🇺 2025–2026 Tax Year Stage 3 Cuts Active
Calculate NTPS AO 6 Take-Home Pay
Stage 3 Tax Cuts, 12% Superannuation Guarantee, and ATO Withholding Engine
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Advanced Adjustments (Salary Sacrifice & Hours)
Net Take-Home Pay
$ 84,964 / year in your pocket
Fortnightly Net $3,268
Weekly Net $1,634
Hourly Net (38h) $43.00
Gross Taxable Income $111,400
Total Income Tax (Stage 3) -$24,208
Medicare Levy (2.0%) -$2,228
Superannuation (12%) Paid by employer on top +$13,368
Effective Tax Rate: 23.7%
Marginal Tax Rate: 30%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Official Australian tax, superannuation, and take-home pay guidance grounded in current ATO rulings.
What is the Northern Territory AO 6 salary in 2025–2026?
Under the NTPS Enterprise Agreement, an Administrative Officer Level 6 (AO 6) earns a base salary of $111,400 per year. After Stage 3 tax and Medicare levy, estimated net take-home pay is ~$85,000/year ($3,269/fortnight).