8th Pay Commission: The central government has shared important information related to the Eighth Pay Commission. A notification has been issued regarding the new commission’s functions, the names of its members, and the deadline for its report. This time, the government is emphasizing the creation of a pay structure that prioritizes accountability, responsibility, and performance. This means that the salaries and benefits of government employees will now be more dependent on their work and efficiency.
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Objective of the Eighth Pay Commission
The main objective of the new Pay Commission is to suggest necessary changes in employees’ salaries, allowances, bonuses, pensions, and other benefits. The Commission will focus on developing a salary structure that motivates employees to perform better and strengthens the accountability-based system. Keeping in mind high government standards, the Commission will adapt this model to future administrative needs.
Composition and Functioning of the Commission
According to the notification issued by the government, the Commission will be chaired by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai. Professor Pulak Ghosh has been appointed as a part-time member, while senior official Pankaj Jain will be the commission’s member secretary. The commission will be headquartered in New Delhi and will submit its report to the government within 18 months. The commission will also gather input from various sectors, including experts and institutions.
Signs of a Pay and Pension Increase
Although the government has not officially announced a pay hike, significant increases in pay and pensions are expected, in line with previous pay commissions. If the fitment factor is changed, a significant increase in employees’ pensions is possible. It is estimated that the monthly pension of ₹25,000 could increase to ₹50,000, provided the government approves the recommendations.
Bonus and Allowances in Focus
The Eighth Pay Commission will review the current bonus structure and various allowances. Its objective is to identify those allowances that are still useful and those that need to be eliminated. There are plans to simplify the pay structure by eliminating unnecessary allowances. Death-cum-retirement gratuity rules for employees covered under the National Pension System will also be reconsidered, and suggestions will be made on rules for employees under the old pension system.
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Which types of allowances may be affected?
The official list has not yet been released, but it is estimated that travel allowance, special duty allowance, minor regional allowances, and old departmental allowances may be affected. The government aims to simplify, transparently, and easily understand the pay system, creating a clear and systematic framework for employee benefits.