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7th Pay Commission Formula:

\[ \text{New Basic Pay} = (\text{Pay in Pay Band} + \text{Grade Pay}) \times 2.57 \] \[ \text{Total Salary} = \text{New Basic Pay} + (\text{New Basic Pay} \times \text{DA\%} / 100) + (\text{New Basic Pay} \times \text{HRA\%} / 100) + \text{Transport Allowance} + \text{Other Allowances} \]

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1. What is the 7th Pay Commission?

The 7th Pay Commission was constituted by the Government of India to review and recommend changes to the salary structure of central government employees. It introduced a new pay matrix and simplified the salary structure.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the 7th Pay Commission formula:

\[ \text{New Basic Pay} = (\text{Pay in Pay Band} + \text{Grade Pay}) \times 2.57 \] \[ \text{Total Salary} = \text{New Basic Pay} + \text{DA} + \text{HRA} + \text{Transport Allowance} + \text{Other Allowances} \]

Where:

Pay in Pay Band — Current basic pay in the pay band
Grade Pay — Current grade pay
2.57 — Multiplication factor recommended by 7th Pay Commission
DA — Dearness Allowance (percentage of new basic pay)
HRA — House Rent Allowance (percentage based on city class)

3. Importance of Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate salary calculation helps employees understand their new pay structure, plan finances, and verify government notifications regarding pay revisions.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current pay in pay band, grade pay, select appropriate DA percentage and HRA category based on your city classification. Include any transport allowance and other allowances you're entitled to.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the 2.57 multiplication factor?
A: This is the fitment factor recommended by the 7th Pay Commission to calculate new basic pay from the sum of pay in pay band and grade pay.

Q2: How is HRA calculated?
A: HRA is calculated as a percentage of new basic pay, with different rates for different city classifications (X: 30%, Y: 20%, Z: 10%).

Q3: Is DA included in basic pay?
A: No, DA is calculated as a percentage of basic pay but paid separately and revised periodically based on inflation.

Q4: When was the 7th Pay Commission implemented?
A: The recommendations were implemented with effect from January 1, 2016.

Q5: Are state government employees covered?
A: State governments may adopt the 7th Pay Commission recommendations with modifications and at different implementation timelines.