8th Pay Commission Salary Revision: The government is likely to form the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) soon, which will revise salaries and pensions of over 1 crore central government employees and retired staff. If it follows past patterns, it may be rolled out from 1 January 2026, with a realistic salary hike using a 2.86 fitment factor.
What’s Going On?
Central government employees and pensioners are waiting for a full salary revision.
The last time this happened was in 2016, when the 7th Pay Commission started. That was 10 years ago, and now it’s time for the next round — the 8th Pay Commission.
Although the government hasn’t made any official announcement yet, many employee associations and experts expect the 8th CPC to be set up in 2025, with expected implementation date being 1 January 2026.
This means new salaries will apply from 2026, but the process (committee, report, approvals) will start well before that.
How Much Salary Can Increase?
Let’s come to the main question — “Meri salary kitni badhegi?”
In simple words, there’s something called the fitment factor. This is a multiplication formula used to calculate new salary from old basic pay.
In the 7th CPC, this factor was 2.57. Now, for the 8th CPC, a fitment factor of 2.86 is being expected.
What does this mean?
- If your current basic salary is ₹30,000
- Then after 8th CPC, it may become: ₹30,000 × 2.86 = ₹85,800
This is not just for basic pay. Once basic increases, all allowances (DA, HRA, TA, etc.) also increase, because they are calculated as percentages of basic pay.
Expected New Basic Pay for All Levels (1 to 18)
8th Pay Commission Salary Revision – Salary hike level 1 to level 18:
| Pay Level | Current Basic (7th CPC) | Expected Basic (8th CPC) | Approx Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | ₹18,000 | ₹51,480 | ₹33,480 |
| Level 2 | ₹19,900 | ₹56,914 | ₹37,014 |
| Level 3 | ₹21,700 | ₹62,062 | ₹40,362 |
| Level 4 | ₹25,500 | ₹72,930 | ₹47,430 |
| Level 5 | ₹29,200 | ₹83,512 | ₹54,312 |
| Level 6 | ₹35,400 | ₹101,244 | ₹65,844 |
| Level 7 | ₹44,900 | ₹128,414 | ₹83,514 |
| Level 8 | ₹47,600 | ₹136,136 | ₹88,536 |
| Level 9 | ₹53,100 | ₹151,866 | ₹98,766 |
| Level 10 | ₹56,100 | ₹160,446 | ₹1,04,346 |
| Level 11 | ₹67,700 | ₹193,622 | ₹1,25,922 |
| Level 12 | ₹78,800 | ₹225,368 | ₹1,46,568 |
| Level 13 | ₹1,23,100 | ₹351,066 | ₹2,27,966 |
| Level 13A | ₹1,31,100 | ₹374,946 | ₹2,43,846 |
| Level 14 | ₹1,44,200 | ₹412,412 | ₹2,68,212 |
| Level 15 | ₹1,82,200 | ₹520,092 | ₹3,37,892 |
| Level 16 | ₹2,05,400 | ₹587,444 | ₹3,82,044 |
| Level 17 | ₹2,25,000 | ₹643,500 | ₹4,18,500 |
| Level 18 | ₹2,50,000 | ₹715,000 | ₹4,65,000 |
These are estimated values. Real numbers may change once the 8th CPC committee gives its final report.
Pensioners: What Can They Expect?
Pension is always calculated based on basic pay at the time of retirement.
If current pension is ₹30,000, and the new fitment factor is 2.86, then the new pension may look like:
- ₹30,000 × 2.86 = ₹85,800 (before DA)
And DA will be added on top of this — same percentage as regular employees.
For family pensioners, the increase will also happen, but since they get 30% of last drawn salary, the jump will be slightly smaller — but still helpful.
Also Read: Big Changes Coming for ONGC Employees and Retirees: ONGC Salary After 8th Pay Commission
When Will Government Release Orders?
As of now (July 2025), there is no official Gazette notification about the 8th Pay Commission.
But government follows a pattern:
- Finance Ministry recommends CPC
- Union Cabinet approves it
- A committee is formed
- Committee gives report (usually in 12–18 months)
- Implementation happens — usually with 6 months’ arrears
You can keep track of official updates on these websites:
Will There Be Arrears?
Yes, most likely.
If the 8th Pay Commission is implemented from January 2026, and the government finalizes things later in 2026, then all employees will get arrears from January onward.
Arrears after 8th CPC:
For example:
- If new salary starts in August 2026
- Then arrears for Jan to July 2026 (7 months) will be paid as lump sum
Usually, the arrears are paid in 1 or 2 installments, just like it was done during 7th CPC.
Why Is This Revision Important Now?
Let’s say you’re a parent or friend — and your son or daughter is a government employee.
You know how:
- Prices are rising — petrol, milk, school fees, rent — all going up.
- The government is giving DA hikes twice a year (like 2% in January 2025, 3% in July 2025 expected).
- DA will now reach 58%, which means current salaries are falling short of inflation.
The last time salaries were fully revised was in 2016. So now, it’s time again — because DA alone can’t solve the problem. A full revision is needed through 8th CPC.
What Happens to DA After 8th CPC?
Central Govt DA reset:
Once the new pay commission is rolled out:
- DA will go back to 0% — this is standard.
- Every 6 months, DA will increase again — based on AICPI index.
- For example:
- January 2026: DA = 0%
- July 2026: DA = 3% (maybe)
- And so on…
So, it’s a fresh start for the inflation allowance cycle.
Other Related News You Should Know
As of now (July 2025):
- DA increased by 4% from 1 July 2025 — now total 54%
- EPFO interest rate for 2024–25 is declared at 8.25%
- NPS withdrawal limit increased to ₹5 lakh for tax-free exit
- Family pension rules updated for better calculation in lower grades
Also Read: 8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator: Instantly Check Your Revised Pay, Pension, DA & Arrears
Final Summary (Like Explaining to Parents)
So, here’s the simple truth:
The 8th Pay Commission is most likely coming — probably from January 2026. All central government employees and pensioners will get revised salary and pension, with a realistic hike using a 2.86 multiplication formula.
This means: if your current salary is ₹40,000, it may go up to ₹1.14 lakh. If your pension is ₹25,000, it could become around ₹71,500.
Nothing is official yet, but looking at the rising DA and 10-year pattern, it’s just a matter of time.
So now, we wait for the government to form the committee, give the report, and bring relief to millions of working and retired government families.
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FAQs (Your Doubts Our No-Fluff Answers)
How much salary will increase in 8th Pay Commission?
The impact varies by rank, but expect your basic pay to multiply by 2.2× to 2.9×, with a widely agreed average fitment around 2.5×. For example, an employee with ₹56,100 (Level 10) could see basic rise to ₹1.4 lakh monthly. Total salary (including HRA, PRP, etc.) may increase by 80%–120%, depending on your grade and posting city.
What will be the HRA after 8th Pay Commission?
HRA is re-calculated on the revised basic pay. If you’re in a metro city (30% HRA band), and your new basic becomes ₹1.4 lakh, HRA becomes 30% of that, i.e., ₹42,000 per month. Non-metro/hill category HRA remains at 20%/10% of the new basic.
What is the expected fitment factor for an 8th Pay Commission?
Early projections estimate the fitment factor between 2.28× (minimum) and 2.86× (maximum). A 2.28× factor takes ₹18,000 minimum basic to ~₹41,000, while a 2.86× factor could take it to ₹51,480. A realistic average is 2.5×, balancing higher employee expectations with budget constraints.
What is pay level 8 salary? How can I calculate my salary in 8th pay?
In 7th CPC, Level 8 starts at ₹47,600 basic. With a 2.5× fitment, your 8th CPC basic = ₹47,600 × 2.5 = ₹1,19,000.
To calculate your full 8th CPC salary:
1. Take the new basic.
2. Add HRA (10–30% of new basic).
3. dd DA after it restarts (0% initially).
4. Add allowances (TA, PRP).
5. Subtract PF/NPS and tax to get in-hand pay.
What is the expected DA from July 2025?
What is the salary of 4200 grade pay in 8th Pay Commission?
Grade pay of ₹4,200 doesn’t directly translate. Instead:
1. Find the corresponding 7th CPC level (likely Level 6, basic ₹35,400).
2. Apply expected fitment factor (e.g., ×2.5): ₹35,400 × 2.5 = ₹88,500 basic in 8th CPC.
3. Then add HRA, allowances, and DA reset accordingly.
How much HRA is given in salary?
After the 8th CPC, HRA percentages remain the same:
30% in metro cities,
20% in class ‘B’ cities,
10% in class ‘C’ cities.
But since HRA is a percentage of a much higher basic, absolute HRA amounts increase significantl
Is 8th Pay Commission applicable to bank employees?
No. Bank employees follow the Bipartite settlements and Joint Workmen’s Wages Board for salary revisions, not government Pay Commissions. So banks are outside the 8th CPC coverage.
How to calculate new salary with fitment factor? What is the pension of central government employees?
New Basic = Old Basic × Fitment Factor (e.g., 2.5)
Net Salary = New Basic + HRA + PRP + TA + DA (0% initially) – Deductions
Pension:
Revised on Notional Basic (pre-retirement) × fitment factor.
Under EPS-1995, pension = 50% of revised basic (capped and based on 300-month average emoluments).
PRBS provides lump sums and monthly annuity, topped with family pension benefits.
How much salary increases in 8th pay?
Basic pay increases by 120% to 186% (fitment 2.2× to 2.9×). Overall gross salary may see 80%–120% growth, with individual roles differing based on location, allowances, and performance benefits.
How much is level 8 salary?
Post-8th CPC, Level 8 basic is projected to be around ₹1.2 lakh/month (₹47,600 × 2.5). Adding HRA and DA, gross could be ₹1.5–1.7 lakh monthly, and in-hand around ₹1.3–1.5 lakh after deductions.
What is the salary of Grade 2800 in 8th Pay Commission?
Grade pay ₹2,800 corresponds to Level 5, basic ₹29,200 in 7th CPC. With fitment:
₹29,200 × 2.5 = ₹73,000 basic.
Gross with HRA and allowances could reach ₹90,000–1.1 lakh.
Will DA become zero after 8th Pay Commission?
Yes. Existing DA merges into the new basic, resetting DA to 0% on 1 January 2026. Thereafter, DA will be re-calculated and reinstated every six months as per revised AICPI index.
What is the final fitment factor of 8th Pay Commission?
Final fitment remains unconfirmed until official notification. Official estimates hover around 2.28×, with employees pushing for up to 3.0×. A 2.5× factor is most commonly projected in expert analyses.
What is the minimum pay expected in the 8th Pay Commission?
Current minimum basic is ₹18,000 (Level 1). With:
2.28× fitment → ₹41,040,
2.5× → ₹45,000,
2.86× → ₹51,480.
Most projections lean towards ₹40,000–₹50,000 as the new entry-level basic.
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