budget 2025 Before the introduction of this, the Central Government has made a big announcement for the employees and pensioners. 16 January 2025 Union Cabinet on 8th pay commission Permission has been granted. With this decision the Central Government 50 lakh employees And 65 lakh pensioners Will benefit.
Recommendations of 7th Pay Commission 1 January 2016 and its duration 2026 Expiring in. In such a situation, the formation of the 8th Pay Commission has been ensured on time so that the recommendations 1 January 2026 Can be implemented from.
Possible increase in salary and pension from 8th Pay Commission
fitment factor This will be the main basis of the 8th Pay Commission.
- Current Fitment Factor: 2.57 (in 7th Pay Commission)
- Potential Increase: This 2.86 Can be extended up to.
Increase in minimum salary:
- Current Minimum Basic Salary: ₹18,000
- Possible new basic salary: ₹51,480
- This will be due to increase in fitment factor, thereby increasing the salary structure. increase up to 186% Might be possible.
Possible changes in pension:
- Current Minimum Pension: ₹9,000
- Possible new pension: ₹22,500 – ₹25,200
- Pensioners will also get the direct benefit of increase in fitment factor.
Comparison with 7th Pay Commission
| pay commission | fitment factor | minimum salary | minimum pension |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6th Pay Commission (2006) | 1.86 | ₹7,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 7th Pay Commission (2016) | 2.57 | ₹18,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 8th Pay Commission (2026)* | 2.86* | ₹51,480* | ₹22,500-₹25,200* |
| (*probable figures) |
A new pay commission is constituted every 10 years.
central government every Pay Commission in 10 years So that the salaries and pensions of employees and pensioners can be updated.
- 8th pay commission The Chairman and two other members will soon be appointed.
- The government will hold consultations with Union and State Ministers, stakeholders and experts during this period.
Impact on State Governments:
The decision of the Central Government also impacts the State Governments. Most state governments Central Pay Commission Revises the salaries of its employees on the basis of recommendations.
Benefits of 8th Pay Commission
- Increase in salary and pension:
By increasing the fitment factor, there will be a big increase in the income of employees and pensioners.
- Facing inflation:
The new recommendations will help employees and pensioners cope with inflation.
- Improvement in standard of living:
Increasing salary and pension will improve the standard of living of employees and their families.
- Incentive:
Increased salary will motivate employees for better performance.
