8th Pay Commission: Terms of Reference Approved by Union Cabinet

The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission.

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The Commission will be led by Justice Ranjana Desai as Chairperson, with one part-time member and one member-secretary.

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The Commission will submit its recommendations within 18 months of formation, expected impact from January 1, 2026.

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-Country’s economic conditions & fiscal prudence -Balancing developmental & welfare spending -Considering govt finance -Reviewing Govt & PSU pay structure

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Aims to revise salaries, pensions, and benefits for millions of Central Govt employees and pensioners.

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Pay Commissions are set up every 10 years, the 8th CPC marks the next major salary revision after the 7th, with recommendations likely effective from Jan 2026.

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8th Pay Commission (Latest Update)

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8th Pay Commission: Terms of Reference Approved by Union Cabinet

The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission.

What Happened

The Commission will be led by Justice Ranjana Desai as Chairperson, with one part-time member and one member-secretary.

Who Will Head It

The Commission will submit its recommendations within 18 months of formation, expected impact from January 1, 2026.

Timeline

-Country’s economic conditions & fiscal prudence -Balancing developmental & welfare spending -Considering govt finance -Reviewing Govt & PSU pay structure

Key Focus Area

Aims to revise salaries, pensions, and benefits for millions of Central Govt employees and pensioners.

What It Means for Employee

Pay Commissions are set up every 10 years, the 8th CPC marks the next major salary revision after the 7th, with recommendations likely effective from Jan 2026.

Background & Expectation

8th Pay Commission (Latest Update)

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