Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One app.

Get all your news in one place.

100's of premium titles. One news app.

EXPLAINED: 2 - The Real Truth

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

8th Pay Commission news: 8th CPC to hold meetings in Chandigarh in September; check dates

The 8th Pay Commission will consult stakeholders in Chandigarh. Interested parties must submit appointment requests by August 25, 2026. Previous consultations were scheduled in New Delhi, Chennai, and Puducherry. The commission seeks input on pay, pension, and work conditions. Further meetings are planned for other states and union territories.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission: How 6% annual increment may add Rs 20 lakh to Level 8 employees' basic pay in 10 years

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Employee groups are advocating for a higher annual salary increment in the upcoming 8th Pay Commission. They suggest increasing the current three percent rate to at least five percent annually. This change aims to substantially boost the basic pay of central government employees. Calculations show…

The Economic Times

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

No time bound promotion under MACP for these central government employees; govt clarifies in Rajya Sabha

Central government employees retired between 2006 and 2008 will not receive MACP benefits. The Modified Assured Career Progression scheme began on September 1, 2008. This means the scheme was not active during their service period. Employee bodies are now demanding more MACP promotions for Group C and B staff. They…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: 8th CPC to hold meetings in Chennai and Puducherry in September; check dates

8th Pay Commission news: The 8th Pay Commission will hold stakeholder meetings in Chennai on September 7 and 8. Discussions in Puducherry are scheduled for September 9, with appointments closing August 18. Central government employee associations in Delhi met on August 7 and 10. The commission is gathering suggestions on…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission: On demand of Old Pension Scheme by various employee bodies, government says this in Parliament

8th Pay Commission latest news: Central government employee bodies are demanding the Old Pension Scheme's restoration from the 8th Pay Commission. However, the government has stated no such proposal is currently under consideration. Employee unions argue the New Pension Scheme offers insufficient retirement security for many workers. They advocate for…

The Economic Times

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

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

8th Pay Commission salary hike: Will 2.0 fitment factor increase gross salary by just 31%? Check pay calculator

Central government employees anticipate significant salary raises from pay commissions. However, gross salary increases may lag behind basic pay hikes. This difference arises from various allowances that do not always scale proportionally. Historical data shows gross salary hikes have been lower than basic pay increases. The 8th Pay Commission's projections…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission HRA calculator: Can HRA go up to Rs 1,93,000/month? HRA estimates for Level 14-18 employees at 2.0, 2.1, 2.28, 2.57 fitment factors

8th pay commission calculator: The 8th Pay Commission has concluded its Kolkata meetings and extended the employee data submission deadline. Central government employees anticipate salary and allowance increments as the commission prepares its recommendations. House Rent Allowance is a key component which is expected to be revised significantly. Senior government…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission salary hike: How HRA can increase for Level 1-10 employees at 2.0, 2.1, 2.28, 2.57 fitment factors

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Employee bodies are demanding higher house rent allowance percentages for central government staff. The 8th Pay Commission's meeting in Kolkata will conclude today. HRA is a significant salary component, directly linked to basic pay revisions. Calculations show potential HRA increases with different fitment factors. These…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Odisha meetings, Railway inspection plan and other key developments you should know

The 8th Pay Commission is actively consulting stakeholders across India, recently holding discussions in Bhubaneswar and planning for Kolkata. Notably, the commission intends to conduct firsthand inspections of Indian Railways' operations, including track maintenance, signal work, and train control, to better understand employee working conditions and risks before salary revisions.…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission extends key data submission deadline to July 31; here's why it matters

8th Pay Commission latest news: The 8th Pay Commission has extended the deadline for submitting crucial employee data to July 31, 2026, citing difficulties faced by various government bodies. This vital information, including sanctioned strength, personnel numbers, and attrition metrics, must be uploaded exclusively through the commission's online portal. The…

The Economic Times

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

8th Pay Commission: Key deadline ends today; why this step is important for central government employees’ salary hike

Central government departments must submit pay revision data for the 8th Pay Commission by today, June 30, 2026. Submissions are strictly online via the commission's portal; physical or emailed data will be rejected.

The Economic Times

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission: Level 1-5 employees may get up to Rs 10.8 lakh in arrears—see estimates for different fitment factors

8th pay commission calculator: Central government employees’ 8th Pay Commission arrears will depend on the implementation timeline and final fitment factor. Experts estimate substantial payouts for Level 1–5 employees if implementation is delayed by 20 months, with arrears ranging from about ₹3.6 lakh to ₹10.8 lakh under fitment factors between…

The Economic Times

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

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

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,…

Get all your
news in one place.

100's of premium titles.
One news app.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: Can top central government employees get up to Rs 93 lakh in arrears?

8th Pay Commission news: Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's recommendations, with meetings underway. Arrears for top-level employees (Level 15-18) could range from ₹36.44 lakh to over ₹93 lakh for a 20-month delay, depending on the fitment factor. These figures are estimates until the official report is implemented.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission news: Defence employee body demands new inflation index to calculate 8th CPC DA, DR, revised pay

The All India Defence Employees’ Federation (AIDEF) has urged the 8th Pay Commission to replace the AICPI-IW-based inflation measure with a dedicated cost-of-living index for central government employees and pensioners. It argues the revised CPI underestimates rising expenses on food, healthcare, housing and education, leading to inadequate DA, DR, pay…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Has the deadline to submit the 8th CPC memorandum been extended? Check details

The 8th Pay Commission's deadline for submitting memorandums remains June 15, 2026. No further extensions will be granted. The commission is actively holding meetings with stakeholders in cities like Lucknow, Bhubaneswar, and Kolkata. These discussions are crucial for preparing the commission's report on pay, pensions, and working conditions for central…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission salary calculator: How much arrears could level 11–14 employees receive under 2.0-2.86 fitment factors?

8th Pay Commission salary hike: Central government employee and pensioner bodies are actively engaging with 8th Pay Commission officials regarding salary and allowance demands. Discussions are ongoing, with a memorandum submission deadline of June 15, 2026. Employees anticipate potential salary hikes and arrears, with estimates suggesting 20-21 months of arrears…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission latest news: Railway pensioners' body demands one rank one pension, inflation-linked pension revision

Retired railway employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to implement one rank one pension. They also demand a revision of basic pay and increments to combat inflation. The association seeks improved allowances, welfare benefits, and retirement provisions.

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission calculator: How much arrears can Level 6-10 employees get at 2.0-2.86 fitment factors

The 8th Pay Commission is consulting stakeholders before finalising its recommendations, while central government employees await clarity on salary hikes and arrears. If implemented with a 20-month delay, arrears may be payable from January 1, 2026. Depending on the fitment factor, Level 6–10 employees may receive estimated arrears ranging from…

The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission salary hike: Why this employee body is recommending Rs 55,000 minimum basic pay to 8th CPC

The Jammu & Kashmir Employees' Federation has urged the 8th Pay Commission to implement a fitment factor of 3.05 and a minimum basic pay of Rs 55,000 for central government employees. Their proposal includes revising family units, merging dearness allowance, and adjusting for increased consumption costs to achieve this target.

1 2 3 4

People

From analysis to the latest developments in health,
read the most diverse news in one place.

Organisations

the 8th Pay Commission

31 stories

8th Pay Commission

21 stories

the 8 th Pay Commission

16 stories

NCJCM

10 stories

Read news from The Economist, FT, and more,
with one subscription

Topics

Places

Fourteen days free

Download the app

One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.