8th Pay Commission: The Union Cabinet has declared the formation of the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025, aimed at revising the remuneration for central government employees and pensioners. This new commission is anticipated to take effect from January 1, 2026; however, there are concerns regarding potential delays that may extend the timeline. It is important to note that the government has not yet provided any information regarding the percentage increase in salaries under this newly established Pay Commission.
Media reports indicate that…
Media reports indicate that there are expectations for the minimum basic salary under the 8th Pay Commission to rise from the current Rs 18,000 to Rs 51,480. Additionally, the National Council-Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM-NC) has requested a fitment factor of at least 2.57, which aligns with the previous 7th Pay Commission, or possibly higher. The fitment factor serves as a calculation mechanism that determines the salaries of government employees, with a factor of 2.57 signifying a salary increase of 157 percent.
Focusing on the adjustment of pensions, allowances, and salaries
The 8th Pay Commission represents the most recent initiative by the Central Government for pay revision, focusing on the adjustment of pensions, allowances, and salaries for central government employees and retirees. It will also consider the dearness allowance (DA) in relation to the prevailing inflation rate, alongside various other factors such as employee needs and the government’s financial capacity. This commission is established every decade to evaluate and recommend modifications to the salary structure of government personnel, following the implementation of seven previous pay commissions.
The 7th Pay Commission had set the minimum pay scale at Rs 18,000 per month, with a maximum salary cap of Rs 2,50,000 per month.