8th Pay Commission: Major news for central government employees. On October 1st, the first of this month, all government employees received a major Diwali gift. The government announced a 3% increase in their DA (Dearness Allowance). The DA of all employees has been increased from 55% to 58%. However, this dearness allowance was introduced under the 7th Pay Commission. The question arises: when will the government implement the 8th Pay Commission? Furthermore, how long will employees have to wait for a salary increase?
When will the 8th Pay Commission come?
The 8th Pay Commission will make important decisions regarding the salaries of government employees. It will also consider increasing the basic salary. Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the 8th Pay Commission on January 16, 2025.
Now the question is when the salary changes or increases proposed under the 8th Pay Commission will be implemented. According to media reports, this could take two or three years. However, no official information has been released regarding this. Previously, during the 7th Pay Commission, it was formed in 2014. It then released its report in 2015. The salary increases were implemented in 2016. If the same pattern is followed this year, salary increases will continue until 2027.
8th Pay Commission: How much can the salary increase?
The 8th Pay Commission may increase the basic salary of government employees. It is being said that the basic salary of government employees could be increased from Rs 18,000 to Rs 26,000. However, no confirmation has been made yet. A Pay Commission is constituted every 10 years in the country. Its purpose is to review the salaries, allowances, and pension benefits of all government employees and pensioners. The 8th Pay Commission is expected to benefit approximately 5 million government employees and 6.5 million pensioners.