Do you know not everyone will get the benefit of the 8th Pay Commission? Yes you’ve heard it right. Since the Central Government approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, government employees are feeling quite optimistic. Many are looking forward to a significant salary boost once the 8th Pay Commission is put into action.

 

However, it’s important to note that some departments won’t be included in the 8th Pay Commission. This means that even after its implementation, certain employees won’t see an increase in their salaries. We’ll dive into the details of this situation and also discuss how much your salary might rise with the new commission.

 

Which employees won’t be affected by the 8th Pay Commission?

 

Currently, the 7th Pay Commission is in effect across the country. Established in 2014 and implemented in 2016, a new Pay Commission typically rolls out every decade in India, with the first one dating back to 1946. Now, let’s clarify which government employees will not be covered by the 8th Pay Commission.

 

In fact, employees working for Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), autonomous bodies, or those serving as judges in the High Court and Supreme Court are not included under the Pay Commission’s scope. They follow different regulations regarding their salaries and allowances, which is why the 8th Pay Commission won’t apply to them.

 

How will salaries change with the 8th Pay Commission?

 

The salary increase under the 8th Pay Commission will depend on the fitment factor and allowances. Reports suggest that the fitment factor could range from 1.92 to 2.86. This means that the basic salary for government employees could rise from 18,000 to 51,000 directly. However, the exact fitment factor for the 8th Pay Commission has yet to be determined.

 

What’s the fitment factor?

 

The fitment factor is a multiplier that helps adjust the salaries and pensions of government workers. It’s applied to the current basic salary to determine the new pay.

 

Think of it this way: the fitment factor directly affects employees’ basic salaries. For instance, if an employee’s basic salary is 15,500 and the fitment factor is 2.57, their total salary would be calculated as 15,500 × 2.57 = 39,835.