As the 2025 Union Budget approaches, numerous new questions about the 8th Pay Commission have surfaced. There are various speculations about the commission, and central employee organizations are persistently demanding its implementation. The implementation of the 8th Pay Commission is expected to increase the salaries of employees and pensioners.
Currently, more than 10 million employees and pensioners in the country are awaiting the decision of the 8th Pay Commission. A letter has been written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, urging the implementation of the commission. It is likely that February 1 could be a crucial day regarding this decision.
8th Pay Commission Employees Salary Hike
Whenever a new pay commission is implemented, employees have seen a significant rise in their salaries, offering them relief from inflation. After the implementation of the 7th Pay Commission in 2016, the next one could be implemented in 2026, as it will mark ten years since the last commission, following the sequence of pay commissions.
However, the government has not yet released any information regarding the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, leaving employees and pensioners awaiting this crucial decision. If implemented, more than 5 million central employees and 6.7 million pensioners will see an increase in their salaries and pensions.
Expected Salary Increase
If the government formulates a new plan for the 8th Pay Commission, the increase will follow accordingly. It is also speculated that a new plan could be created for its implementation. If the traditional method is followed, the salary increase will depend on the rise in the fitment factor.
It is estimated that the basic salary could increase from ₹18,000 to ₹34,560. Similarly, pensioners could see their pensions rise to ₹17,200. However, until the government’s final decision is made, no specific information can be confirmed. Clear details will emerge once the government’s decision is announced.
February’s Significance for the Commission
The budget will be presented on February 1, and it is speculated that there could be announcements related to the 8th Pay Commission in favor of employees. Moreover, new announcements regarding the dearness allowance could be made in February or March, potentially increasing it from 53% to a higher percentage.
There is a possibility of a 3% hike in the dearness allowance, which would be effective from January 1. Therefore, the next dearness allowance could be set at 56%. Both the announcements related to the 8th Pay Commission and the increase in dearness allowance are significant for employees, with a high probability of an announcement regarding the hike in February or March.
8th Pay Commission Pay Matrix Table
Pay Matrix | 7th CPC Basic Salary (in Rs) | 8th CPC Basic Salary (Expected in Rs) |
---|---|---|
Level 1 | 18,000 | 21,600 |
Level 2 | 19,900 | 23,880 |
Level 3 | 21,700 | 26,040 |
Level 4 | 25,500 | 30,600 |
Level 5 | 29,200 | 35,040 |
Level 6 | 35,400 | 42,480 |
Level 7 | 44,900 | 53,880 |
Level 8 | 47,600 | 57,120 |
Level 9 | 53,100 | 63,720 |
Level 10 | 56,100 | 67,320 |
Level 11 | 67,700 | 81,240 |
Level 12 | 78,800 | 94,560 |
Level 13 | 1,23,100 | 1,47,720 |
Level 13A | 1,31,100 | 1,57,320 |
Level 14 | 1,44,200 | 1,73,040 |
Level 15 | 1,82,200 | 2,18,400 |
Level 16 | 2,05,400 | 2,46,480 |
Level 17 | 2,25,000 | 2,70,000 |
Level 18 | 2,50,000 | 3,00,000 |
8th Pay Commission Latest News
General employees and employee organizations are urging the government to expedite the formation of the 8th Pay Commission. Employees argue that the government should soon make a decision regarding its implementation to provide relief from inflation and improve the salary structure.
In all major meetings organized by the government, members of employee organizations are also raising the demand for the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. Employee organizations are making every effort to push the government to issue a decision soon and start working on the 8th Pay Commission.