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DA hike for central government employees: Can government announce dearness allowance increase on Wednesday?

DA news: More than 55 lakh central government employees are anticipating a dearness allowance hike announcement soon. The hike is expected to be announced following the cabinet meeting scheduled for October 28, 2026. If approved, the DA rate may increase from 60% to an estimated 63%, resulting in salary increases.…

The Economic Times · Oct 27

NPS investment in startups: AINPSEF writes to PM Modi seeking probe and asks for dissolution of NPS Trust

Manjeet Singh Patel has alleged serious financial irregularities concerning the National Pension System Trust. He has requested a high-level audit by the Comptroller and Auditor General of India. Patel asserts that many employees' NPS investments have turned negative due to poor market performance. He demands the implementation of a guaranteed…

The Economic Times · Oct 14

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Can Level 10 employees get Rs 34 lakh extra basic pay at 7% increment rate in 10 years?

8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission has completed discussions in Bengaluru and will move to Mumbai soon. On October 22 and 23, 2026, meetings will occur with various employee and pensioners' organsations. Stakeholders are advocating for an increase in the annual increment from 3% to between 5% and…

The Economic Times · Oct 13

8th pay commission latest news: Central government teachers demand Old Pension Scheme, 65-year retirement age, more leave and higher promotion quota

Teachers from the central government have come together to express their demands to the 8th Pay Commission, advocating for equal pay and benefits. Their requests include the reinstatement of the Old Pension Scheme, an increased retirement age, expanded leave entitlements, and enhanced promotion pathways.

The Economic Times · Aug 8

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: How gross salary of central government employees may double in just 7 years

Fitment factor in 8th Pay Commission: Employee groups recommend increasing annual increments and merging dearness allowance with basic pay. This move aims to accelerate salary growth for government employees and pensioners. A higher increment rate and DA merger could potentially double gross salaries within seven years. Various organizations have submitted…

The Economic Times · Jul 31

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Why Level 11-18 employees may see just 68% gross salary hike even at 2.57 fitment factor

8th Pay Commission salary: Central government employees anticipate the 8th Pay Commission's fitment factor recommendations. A higher fitment factor could significantly increase employee payouts and basic salaries. Past pay commissions show varied gross salary hikes despite differing fitment factors. The prevailing Dearness Allowance rate influences the actual gross salary increase.…

The Economic Times · Jul 21

8th Pay Commission: How higher HRA, TPTA, and family units may raise Level 1 employee's salary by 65%

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Central government employee unions are pushing for significant changes in the 8th Pay Commission, demanding higher family unit counts, increased House Rent Allowance (HRA) and Transport Allowance (TPTA), and the merger of Dearness Allowance (DA) with basic pay. These bodies argue current provisions are insufficient…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

8th Pay Commission fitment factor: Expert explains how fitment factor may reach 2.10; check salary hike calculation

Central government employees and pensioners are eagerly awaiting the 8th Pay Commission's report, with discussions around the crucial fitment factor intensifying. While some experts predict a factor around 2.0, others, like AINPS President Manjeet Singh Patel, suggest it could reach 2.10. Patel's calculations, considering DA, HRA, TA, and family unit…

The Economic Times · Jun 25

8th Pay Commission HRA changes: 5 employee bodies recommend house rent allowance up to 40%; check details

8th pay commission proposals: Central government employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to significantly hike House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates, citing soaring urban rents. Employee bodies are proposing increases to 36%, 40%, and even higher for different city categories, with some suggesting HRA be linked to Dearness Allowance (DA)…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

8th Pay Commission latest news: Can 8th CPC submit its report before Mid-2027 as Lucknow meetings begin?

8th Pay Commission news: Central government employees are anticipating the 8th Pay Commission's report, with some associations suggesting an early submission by January 2027 and potential salary hikes from April. Despite a November 2025 formation and an 18-month deadline ending May 2027, the commission's swift pace, aided by online processes,…

The Economic Times · Jun 22