This is what soldiers in Poland will gain in 2026 - these are gross and net amounts. The increases in the military are already settled!

Zdjęcie: Podwyżki w wojsku - oto nowe stawki 2026. Tyle zarobią żołnierze po podwyżkach. O ile wzrosną ich pensje? / ShutterStock


In 2026 the Polish military will again feel an increase in wages. The draft state budget for next year clearly shows that defence and national safety stay among the priorities of the government. The increase in military spending by over PLN 13 billion means not only more investment in equipment and modernization of the army, but besides higher wages for professional soldiers. How much will soldiers gain in Poland in 2026? These are gross and net calculations.