1. About 8th Pay Commission

The 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to revise salaries and pensions for central government employees in India. The new pay structure will likely use a fitment factor to multiply current basic pay to determine revised salaries.

2. How the Calculation Works

The basic formula for salary revision is:

Where:

• Old Basic Pay — Current basic salary under 7th Pay Commission
• Fitment Factor — Multiplier to be determined by 8th Pay Commission (expected to be around 3.0)

3. Current Status and Updates

Latest Updates: Consultation ongoing, implementation expected in 2026. The exact fitment factor and other parameters will be finalized when the commission submits its report.

4. Using the Calculator

Instructions: Enter your current basic pay (7th CPC) and the expected fitment factor (default is 3.0) to estimate your new basic pay under 8th Pay Commission recommendations.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: When will 8th Pay Commission be implemented?
A: Expected implementation is 2026, but exact date will be announced by government.

Q2: What is the likely fitment factor?
A: While not confirmed, experts suggest it may be around 3.0 times current basic pay.

Q3: Will DA be merged with basic pay?
A: This will be decided by the 8th Pay Commission in its final recommendations.

Q4: How accurate is this calculator?
A: This provides an estimate based on expected formula. Actual implementation may vary.

Q5: Who will be covered under 8th CPC?
A: All central government employees and pensioners are expected to be covered.