Central Government Employees Await 8th Pay Commission Implementation
The anticipation for the 8th Pay Commission (CPC) among central government employees and pensioners has intensified. Reports suggest that with its implementation, salaries may witness an increase of 20% to 30%. However, the key questions remain:
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to benefit over 50 lakh central government employees and 65 lakh pensioners.
According to government sources, the 8th Pay Commission could commence its work in April 2025, with implementation likely from January 1, 2026.
The fitment factor plays a crucial role in determining the basic salary of central government employees.
If the fitment factor is set at 2.86, the minimum salary could increase from ₹18,000 to ₹51,480.
The following table provides an estimate of salary increments across Pay Levels 1 to 10 under the 8th Pay Commission:
Pay Level | 7th CPC Basic Pay | 1.92 Fitment Factor | 2.08 Fitment Factor | 2.86 Fitment Factor |
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Level 1 | ₹18,000 | ₹34,560 | ₹37,440 | ₹51,480 |
Level 2 | ₹19,900 | ₹38,208 | ₹41,392 | ₹56,914 |
Level 3 | ₹21,700 | ₹41,664 | ₹45,136 | ₹62,062 |
Level 4 | ₹25,500 | ₹48,960 | ₹53,040 | ₹72,930 |
Level 5 | ₹29,200 | ₹56,064 | ₹60,736 | ₹83,512 |
Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹67,968 | ₹73,632 | ₹1,01,244 |
Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹86,208 | ₹93,392 | ₹1,28,414 |
Level 8 | ₹47,600 | ₹91,392 | ₹99,008 | ₹1,36,136 |
Level 9 | ₹53,100 | ₹1,01,952 | ₹1,10,448 | ₹1,51,866 |
Level 10 | ₹56,100 | ₹1,07,712 | ₹1,16,688 | ₹1,60,446 |
One significant change that happens with every new Pay Commission is the reset of Dearness Allowance (DA).
The implementation of the 8th Pay Commission is set to be a significant financial event for central government employees and pensioners. The fitment factor will determine the final salary increase, and as the deadline approaches, all eyes remain on the government’s decision and the recommendations of the new pay commission.
For the latest updates, keep checking official government notifications.