New Delhi, June 23: In a significant move, Shiv Gopal Mishra, chief of the All India Railwaymen Federation (AIRF), has formally requested the government to establish the 8th Pay Commission by replacing it with the 7th Pay Commission. The proposal, aimed at revising the salaries and allowances of central government employees, has been submitted to the Union Cabinet Secretary.

Mishra, who was a key negotiator during the establishment of the 7th Pay Commission, emphasized the necessity of a new panel to address current economic conditions and ensure fair compensation for government workers. According to a report by the Economic Times, the letter highlights the importance of updating the pay structure in line with evolving financial dynamics and employee needs. Central Govt Employees Must be in Office by 9:15 AM: Centre Fixes Deadline for Employees, Warns of Casual Leave Deductions.

When Will 8th Pay Commission be Implemented?

The 8th Pay Commission is likely to be implemented from January 2026. Historically, the central government has implemented recommendations of a new pay commission every 10 years, with the 7th Pay Commission coming into effect in January 2016. The first Pay Commission in India was set up in January 1946. 7th Pay Commission Good News: Cabinet Approves 4% DA For Central Govt Employees.

Currently, the Indian government has not made any formal announcements regarding the formation and implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. Last December, the government indicated no immediate plans to constitute the 8th Central Pay Commission. However, with the national election concluded, there is growing speculation that the government may take decisive action towards establishing the commission. Typically, once formed, the commission takes approximately 12-18 months to submit its recommendations.

8th Pay Commission: Expected Salary Increase

If implemented, the 8th Pay Commission will likely benefit around 49 lakh government employees and 68 lakh pensioners. Their remuneration is expected to be revised with an increase in the fitment factor, which is anticipated to be set at 3.68 times. With the current minimum basic salary of government employees at Rs 18,000, the fitment factor increase would raise their basic pay by Rs 8,000 to Rs 26,000.

The fitment factor is crucial in determining employee salaries and the Pay Matrix under the 8th Pay Commission. Its primary role is to adjust the current 7th CPC Pay to align with the proposed 8th CPC Pay Scale. The 7th Pay Commission introduced a fitment factor of 2.57 times, resulting in an average salary increase of approximately 14.29% and setting the minimum pay scale at Rs 18,000.

The 8th Pay Commission is expected to address salary disparities among different employee groups, cushioning the effects of inflation. Its mandate extends beyond monetary considerations, aiming to ensure equitable remuneration and financial security for public servants and retirees. Once implemented, it will result in revised pay scales and enhanced retirement benefits, covering military personnel and pensioners alike.

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