The University ensures that all academic, administrative, and support staff receive monthly salaries above the national minimum wage. Remuneration is determined in accordance with applicable Turkish public employment legislation, including Civil Servants Law No. 657 and Higher Education Personnel Law No. 2914, and is structured according to employment category, job title, pay grade, salary step, and educational qualifications. This transparent and regulated salary framework supports fair compensation and aims to maintain employees’ purchasing power in line with applicable salary adjustments and prevailing living costs.

Living Wage Compliance & Comparative 2025 Net Salary Scale

Salaries are paid monthly on the 15th of each month and are determined transparently based on employment category, pay grade, salary step, job title, and educational qualifications. In 2025, Türkiye’s official net monthly minimum wage was 22104. The university’s lowest net salary exceeds the national minimum wage, demonstrating its commitment to fair compensation and supporting employees’ financial well-being. Furthermore, the salary scale is designed to provide income above the minimum wage, helping employees meet their living expenses.

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