1. What is the 8th Pay Commission Fitment Factor?

The fitment factor is a multiplier used to revise basic pay when transitioning from the 7th Pay Commission to the 8th Pay Commission. It determines how much the existing basic pay will be increased to arrive at the new basic pay structure.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses a simple formula:

Where:

• Old Basic Pay — Current basic salary under 7th Pay Commission (INR)
• Fitment Factor — Multiplier expected to be between 1.8 to 2.86

Explanation: The fitment factor accounts for inflation, cost of living increases, and other economic factors since the last pay commission.

3. Importance of Fitment Factor

Details: The fitment factor is crucial as it determines the starting point for all salary components (DA, HRA, etc.) in the new pay structure. A higher factor means greater salary increases for government employees.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current basic pay in INR and the expected fitment factor (default is 2.86, the highest expected value). The calculator will show your projected new basic pay.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What was the fitment factor in 7th Pay Commission?
A: The 7th Pay Commission used a fitment factor of 2.57, which was applied to multiply the 6th CPC basic pay.

Q2: Why is the expected range 1.8-2.86?
A: This range is based on historical trends and inflation calculations. The actual factor will be determined when the 8th Pay Commission recommendations are finalized.

Q3: When will the 8th Pay Commission be implemented?
A: Expected implementation date is January 2026, with recommendations likely to be announced in 2025.

Q4: Will all employees get the same fitment factor?
A: Typically, the same factor applies to all employees, though there may be different minimum guaranteed amounts for various pay levels.

Q5: How does this affect allowances?
A: Most allowances (DA, HRA, etc.) are calculated as percentages of basic pay, so they will increase proportionally with the new basic pay.