The Modi government has started discussions to set up the 8th Pay Commission, which will review and revise the salaries of central government employees. Key departments such as the Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Defence, Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), and state governments are already involved in the early stages of this important process.
Once the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) is officially formed and submits its report, we will have a clearer picture of the upcoming salary structure.
What is the 8th Pay Commission?
The 8th Pay Commission is a government-appointed body responsible for recommending changes to the salary, allowances, and benefits of central government employees. These changes are based on economic factors, inflation, and employee welfare.
Fitment Factor: The Key to Salary Hike
One of the most important parts of the 8th CPC will be the fitment factor. This is a number used to calculate the new basic salary by multiplying it with the current basic pay.
For example:
- If your current basic salary is ₹30,000 and the fitment factor is 2.57, the revised salary will be ₹77,100.
In the 7th Pay Commission, the fitment factor was 2.57. However, experts now believe that the 8th Pay Commission fitment factor may fall between 1.92 and 2.86, depending on various economic conditions.
Estimated Salary as per 8th Pay Commission (Based on Fitment Factors)
Here is a breakdown of projected salaries across different grade pays, based on fitment factors of 1.92 and 2.57. These examples also include allowances like:
- House Rent Allowance (HRA) – 24% of basic (for X-class cities)
- Transport Allowance (TA) – Ranges from ₹3,600 to ₹7,200
- NPS (National Pension System) – 10% of basic
- CGHS (Central Government Health Scheme) – Kept at current rates
Salary Estimates for Grade Pay 1900
Fitment Factor 1.92:
- Basic Pay: ₹54,528
- HRA: ₹13,086
- TA: ₹3,600
- Gross Salary: ₹71,215
- NPS: ₹5,453
- CGHS: ₹250
- Net Salary: ₹65,512
Fitment Factor 2.57:
- Basic Pay: ₹72,988
- HRA: ₹17,517
- Gross Salary: ₹94,105
- NPS: ₹7,299
- Net Salary: ₹86,556
Salary Projections for Other Grade Pays
Grade Pay 2400:
- 1.92 Fitment Factor → Net Salary: ₹86,743
- 2.57 Fitment Factor → Net Salary: ₹1,14,975
Grade Pay 4600:
- 1.92 → ₹1,31,213
- 2.57 → ₹1,74,636
Grade Pay 7600:
- 1.92 → ₹1,82,092
- 2.57 → ₹2,41,519
Grade Pay 8900:
- 1.92 → ₹2,17,988
- 2.57 → ₹2,89,569
What Can Employees Expect?
These figures are early estimates based on current assumptions and predictions from experts. The actual salary structure will only be known after the 8th Pay Commission report is finalized and approved by the government.
Until then, this data can serve as a useful guideline to help central government employees understand how much they might earn under the new pay structure.
Final Thoughts
While the 8th Pay Commission is still in the early stages, discussions have started, and salary revision is on the horizon. Employees should keep an eye on official updates and prepare for changes in basic pay, allowances, and deductions once the commission’s recommendations are implemented.
Stay updated with the latest news on the 8th CPC to plan your finances better.
