1. What is the Fitment Factor?

The Fitment Factor is a multiplier used by the Pay Commission in India to calculate the new basic pay for government employees. For the 8th Pay Commission, it is expected to range between 1.92 to 2.86.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the simple formula:

Where:

• Old Basic Pay — Current basic salary in INR
• Fitment Factor — Multiplier (expected range: 1.92-2.86)

Explanation: The fitment factor adjusts salaries to account for inflation and other economic factors between pay commissions.

3. Importance of Fitment Factor

Details: The fitment factor determines the salary increase for government employees and pensioners. It affects all salary components as they are calculated as percentages of basic pay.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current basic pay in INR and the expected fitment factor (between 1.92 and 2.86). The calculator will show your projected new basic pay.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What was the fitment factor in previous pay commissions?
A: 7th CPC used 2.57, 6th CPC used 1.86, and 5th CPC used 1.41.

Q2: When will the 8th Pay Commission be implemented?
A: Expected around 2026, as pay commissions are typically implemented every 10 years.

Q3: Will the fitment factor be same for all employees?
A: Typically yes, but there might be variations for certain categories or levels.

Q4: How is the fitment factor determined?
A: It's based on various factors including inflation, GDP growth, and fiscal capacity.

Q5: Does this affect pensioners too?
A: Yes, pension calculations are also based on the fitment factor.