How Much Will BCCI Secretary Jay Shah Earn As ICC Chief? Salary Revealed

The current secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Jay Shah, is set to become the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1.

This transition has sparked discussions about how his compensation at the ICC will compare to his current earnings with the BCCI.

As the BCCI secretary, Shah holds an honorary position, meaning he does not receive a regular salary but is compensated through various allowances and reimbursements.

Shah earns approximately Rs 84,000 ($1,000) daily for attending international cricket meetings or tours. For meetings within India, he receives Rs 40,000 per day, with business class travel included.

On work trips in India not tied to meetings, he is entitled to Rs 30,000 daily. The BCCI also covers his domestic and international stays, often booking luxury hotel suites for him.

When Shah moves to the ICC, his compensation structure is not expected to change majorly, reported Economic Times.

Like the BCCI, the ICC does not offer a set salary for its top officials. Instead, officials like the chairman are compensated through various allowances and benefits related to their roles.

According to myKhel, "The ICC hasn't openly shared the specifics of these payments. Officials like the chairman are compensated for attending meetings and other duties. This ensures they can concentrate on their tasks without worrying about expenses."

These allowances and reimbursements are designed to allow top officials to focus on their responsibilities without financial concerns.

In addition to questions about Shah's future compensation, there is also a discussion about the financial status of the BCCI.

Once enjoying tax exemptions under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act for charitable trusts and institutions, BCCI lost this privilege in 2012.

The Income Tax Department now treats the BCCI's income under the category of "Business Income."

Despite this, the BCCI remains the richest cricket board in the world, continuing its operations without the tax-exempt status it once had.