BCCI secretary Jay Shah’s ICC chairman salary revealed: What we know so far

Jay Shah, the current secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is set to become the chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1. This change has raised questions about how his pay at the ICC will compare to his current earnings with the BCCI. Shah's position as BCCI secretary is honorary, meaning he does not receive a regular salary but is compensated through allowances and reimbursements.

As the BCCI secretary, Shah earns approximately ₹84,000 ($1,000) daily for attending international cricket meetings or tours. For meetings within India, he receives ₹40,000 a day and travels in business class. When on work trips in India not tied to meetings, he is entitled to ₹30,000 daily. The BCCI also covers his domestic and international stays, often booking luxury hotel suites for him.

Jay Shah’s move to the ICC is not expected to significantly change his compensation structure. Similar to the BCCI, the ICC does not have a set salary for its top officials. Instead, they are compensated through various allowances and benefits tied to their roles.



"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," reported myKhel.

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

These reports could not be independently verified.

In addition to questions about Shah's future compensation, the article touches on the financial status of the BCCI. Once enjoying tax exemptions under Section 11 of the Income Tax Act for charitable trusts and institutions, the BCCI lost this privilege in 2012.


In 2012, the BCCI lost its status as a “charitable organisation.” 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.