Finally, the time has come for central employees and pensioners as the government has announced the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. For years, central employees have been requesting the government to implement the 8th Pay Commission.
When the central government announced the 8th Pay Commission, it mentioned that it would be implemented from January 1, 2026. Central Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has confirmed that the recommendations of the new pay commission will take effect in 2026.
Regarding how many government employees and pensioners will benefit from the 8th Pay Commission, after this announcement, 50 lakh central employees and 65 lakh pensioners will benefit. This includes approximately 4 lakh employees from the capital, Delhi.
8th Pay Commission Salary Update
Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently made an announcement about the 8th Pay Commission on his X (formerly Twitter) account. The Prime Minister expressed pride in the country’s government employees, highlighting their significant role in building a developed India. He mentioned that after the 8th Pay Commission, a lot of positive improvements will be seen in the lives of government employees.
When the 8th Pay Commission is implemented, important members will be appointed. Two members and one chairman will be appointed for the commission. It is important to note that the 7th Pay Commission will end in 2026, after which the 8th Pay Commission will be introduced.
Central Employees Write to Cabinet Secretary 2025
Before the central budget, government employees wrote a letter to the Cabinet Secretary. In the letter, employees requested the revision of calculations for Dearness Allowance (DA), Dearness Relief (DR), and other related allowances.
S.B. Yadav, leader of the Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workers, stated in the letter that the government should revise the DA rate. The government should shift the average calculation from 12 months to a 3-month average in the future. The letter also requested the government to prepare a separate consumer price index for central employees and pensioners.
Moreover, the letter pointed out that banking employees receive DA quarterly, and similar provisions should be extended to other government employees. Employees also emphasized that DA should be adjusted based on inflation rates, ensuring that they do not face difficulty in their daily lives.
Expected 8th Pay Commission Pay Matrix
| Pay Matrix Level | 7th CPC Basic Salary | 8th CPC Basic Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Pay Matrix Level 1 | Rs. 18,000 | Rs. 21,600 |
| Pay Matrix Level 2 | Rs. 19,900 | Rs. 23,880 |
| Pay Matrix Level 3 | Rs. 21,700 | Rs. 26,040 |
| Pay Matrix Level 4 | Rs. 25,500 | Rs. 30,600 |
| Pay Matrix Level 5 | Rs. 29,200 | Rs. 35,040 |
| Pay Matrix Level 6 | Rs. 35,400 | Rs. 42,480 |
| Pay Matrix Level 7 | Rs. 44,900 | Rs. 53,880 |
| Pay Matrix Level 8 | Rs. 47,600 | Rs. 57,120 |
| Pay Matrix Level 9 | Rs. 53,100 | Rs. 63,720 |
| Pay Matrix Level 10 | Rs. 56,100 | Rs. 67,320 |
| Pay Matrix Level 11 | Rs. 67,700 | Rs. 81,240 |
| Pay Matrix Level 12 | Rs. 78,800 | Rs. 94,560 |
| Pay Matrix Level 13 | Rs. 1,23,100 | Rs. 1,47,720 |
| Pay Matrix Level 13A | Rs. 1,31,100 | Rs. 1,57,320 |
| Pay Matrix Level 14 | Rs. 1,44,200 | Rs. 1,73,040 |
| Pay Matrix Level 15 | Rs. 1,82,200 | Rs. 2,18,400 |
| Pay Matrix Level 16 | Rs. 2,05,400 | Rs. 2,46,480 |
| Pay Matrix Level 17 | Rs. 2,25,000 | Rs. 2,70,000 |
| Pay Matrix Level 18 | Rs. 2,50,000 | Rs. 3,00,000 |
How Will Salaries Change After the 8th Pay Commission 2025?
Policy expert Niti Sharma from TeamLease Digital recently shared insights regarding the 8th Pay Commission. She mentioned that once the 8th Pay Commission is introduced, the fitment factor could range from 2.6 to 2.85, which could lead to a salary increase of approximately 30% for government employees. Similarly, pensioners will also see a pension hike in proportion to this increase.
According to Niti Sharma, such changes are necessary to address inflation, the increasing cost of living, and the growing salary gap between the public and private sectors.
How Much Salary Can Increase After the 8th Pay Commission?
The 7th Pay Commission was implemented by the central government in 2016, which set the minimum salary for central employees at ₹18,000, with a 53% DA. When the 8th Pay Commission is implemented, the DA is expected to reach 59% by January 2026.
This would mean the minimum salary would rise to ₹28,620. However, if the fitment factor under the 8th Pay Commission remains at 2.57, the minimum salary could increase to ₹46,620. Therefore, it is clear that after the 8th Pay Commission, the minimum salary for central employees will increase by approximately 38%.
FAQs
Who will benefit from the 8th Pay Commission?
Around 50 lakh central employees and 65 lakh pensioners will benefit.
How will salaries change with the 8th Pay Commission?
Salaries are expected to increase by up to 30%. For example, Pay Matrix Level 1 salary will rise from Rs. 18,000 to Rs. 21,600.
What is the fitment factor under the 8th Pay Commission?
The fitment factor will range from 2.6 to 2.85, leading to salary increases.
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