8th pay commission government employees
On January 16, 2025, the Union Cabinet approved the establishment of the 8th Pay Commission to revise the salaries and pensions of central government employees and pensioners. This decision is set to benefit approximately 49.18 lakh (4.9 million) central government employees and 64.89 lakh (6.5 million) pensioners. (source by :- ECONOMIC TIMES)
Expected Salary and Pension Revisions:
Fitment Factor: The fitment factor, a multiplier used to calculate revised salaries, is anticipated to increase from the current 2.57 to 2.86. This adjustment could raise the minimum basic pay from ₹18,000 to ₹51,480. (source by :- MINT)
Overall Hike: Reports suggest an expected salary increase between 25% and 35% for central government employees. Pensioners might see enhancements in retirement benefits by up to 30%. (source by :- INDIA TV NEWS)
Allowances:
Dearness Allowance (DA): The DA, which compensates for inflation, is likely to be adjusted in line with the new pay structures.
House Rent Allowance (HRA): HRA rates are expected to be revised based on city classifications:
Type X cities: 30% of basic pay
Type Y cities: 20% of basic pay
Type Z cities: 10% of basic pay
(source by :- INDIA TV NEWS)
Implementation Timeline:
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to submit its recommendations by 2026, with potential implementation from January 1, 2026.
(source by :- INDIAN EXPRESS)
This initiative aims to align the compensation of government employees and pensioners with current economic conditions and inflation rates, thereby improving their quality of life.
(source by :- NDTV)
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