how much salary increase in 8th pay commission

8th Pay Commission: What Central Government Employees Can Expect in Salary Hike

The 8th Pay Commission is poised to bring significant changes to the salary structure of central government employees and pensioners. With discussions underway, here's a comprehensive look at the anticipated salary increases and the factors influencing them.

🔍 Understanding the Fitment Factor

At the heart of the salary revision lies the fitment factor, a multiplier applied to the current basic pay to determine the new salary. Historically, this factor has seen incremental increases:

• 6th Pay Commission: Fitment factor of 1.86
• 7th Pay Commission: Fitment factor of 2.57

For the 8th Pay Commission, experts predict the fitment factor could range between 2.28 and 2.86, potentially leading to a 40-50% hike in basic salaries.  

📈 Projected Salary Increases Across Pay Levels

Based on the anticipated fitment factor, here's how salaries might adjust across various pay levels:

💰 Impact on Pensions and Allowances

Pensioners stand to benefit proportionally from the revised pay structure. For instance, a pensioner currently receiving ₹9,000 might see an increase to ₹25,740, assuming a fitment factor of 2.86.  

Additionally, allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Travel Allowance (TA) are expected to be recalibrated in line with the new basic pay, further enhancing the overall compensation package.

🗓️ Implementation Timeline

While the 8th Pay Commission is anticipated to be constituted by 2026, with recommendations expected thereafter, the exact implementation date remains to be officially announced. Employees and pensioners are advised to stay updated through official government communications for the latest developments.