8th Pay Commission Formula:
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The 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented from January 2026, revising salaries and allowances for central government employees in India. It follows the previous 7th Pay Commission recommendations.
The calculator uses the projected 8th Pay Commission formula:
Where:
Basic Pay: Foundation of salary, used to calculate other components.
DA: Adjusted quarterly to offset inflation (initially 0% at implementation).
HRA: Varies by city classification (X, Y, Z cities).
Transport Allowance: Fixed amount for commuting expenses.
Other Allowances: May include special duty allowances, etc.
Tips: Enter your current basic pay, expected fitment factor (default 2.28), DA percentage (typically 0% at start), select appropriate HRA percentage based on your city classification, and add any transport or other allowances you expect to receive.
Q1: When will the 8th Pay Commission be implemented?
A: Expected implementation is January 2026, though this is subject to government approval.
Q2: What is the likely fitment factor?
A: Projections suggest around 2.28, similar to previous commission increases.
Q3: Will all allowances increase proportionally?
A: Most allowances are likely to be revised, but some may be restructured or merged.
Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: This is based on projections and historical patterns. Actual implementation may vary.
Q5: Will pensioners benefit similarly?
A: Pension revisions typically follow similar fitment factors as salaries.