For government employees and pensioners 8th pay commission The news of these days is in discussion. Everyone wants to know whether their salary will really become three times directly? After the 7th Pay Commission, many types of rumors, expectations and estimates are being made about 8th Pay Commission.
Especially Fitment factor And Possible increase in basic salary There is a lot of curiosity about it. In this article we will tell you what is 8th pay commission, what has its history, what is the role of fitment factor, which level How much can an employee salary increaseAnd is the salary really going to be three times?
Also, we will give you complete in easy language Calculation formulaSo that you can guess your potential new salary yourself. Formed the Pay Commission for the government employees Every 10 years Is done in, so that they Salary, Pension And Inflation to allowances And Update according to the market Can be done
With the implementation of 8th Pay Commission, about 50 lakh central employees and 65 lakh pensioners will directly benefit.
8th Pay Commission Overview
| Topic | Details |
| Possibility of implementation | January 2026 (Potential) |
| Fitment factor | 2.86 to 3.0 or 3.68 (estimated) |
| Minimum basic pay | ₹ 18,000 to ₹ 50,000- ₹ 51,480 (Estimated) |
| Beneficiary | 50 lakh government employees, 65 lakh pensioners |
| Estimated increase in salary | 14,000 to 19,000 rupees per month (average) |
| Previous pay commission | 7th Pay Commission (Applied in 2016, Fitment Factor 2.57) |
| Impact of recommendations | Salary, pension, increase in allowances, economic stability |
| Declaration/formation | April 2025 (potential), applicable: up to 2026-2027 |
What is fitment factor?
Fitment factor that multiplier (Multiplier), by multiplying the existing basic salary, a new basic salary is fixed. For example, the Fitment Factor in the 7th Pay Commission was 2.57. That is, if your basic salary was ₹ 10,000, then New Basic Salary ₹ 10,000 × 2.57 = ₹ 25,700 Was done
This fitment factor in 8th pay commission 2.86 to 3.0 in Up to 3.68 It is possible If it is 2.86, your salary will be 2.86 times. If 3.0 or 3.68, there will be more increase.
Calculation of fitment factor
- Current Basic Salary × Fitment Factor = New Basic Salary
Example:
- If your basic salary is ₹ 18,000 and Fitment Factor 2.86:
- ₹ 18,000 × 2.86 = ₹ 51,480 (New Basic Salary)
- If the fitment factor is 3.0:
- ₹ 18,000 × 3.0 = ₹ 54,000
How much salary will increase in 8th Pay Commission?
According to several reports, on average in the salary of government employees after the implementation of 8th Pay Commission 14,000 to 19,000 rupees per month There may be an increase in. This increase will depend on the employee’s level, post and existing salary.
Possible salary of different level employees
| Level | Current basic pay | Possible new basic pay (2.86 FF) | Projected increase |
| Level 1 | ₹ 18,000 | ₹ 51,480 | ₹ 33,480 |
| level 2 | ₹ 19,900 | ₹ 56,914 | ₹ 37,014 |
| Level 3 | ₹ 21,700 | ₹ 62,062 | ₹ 40,362 |
| Level 4 | ₹ 25,500 | ₹ 72,930 | ₹ 47,430 |
| Level 5 | ₹ 29,200 | ₹ 83,512 | ₹ 54,312 |
| Level 6 | ₹ 35,400 | ₹ 1,01,244 | ₹ 65,844 |
| Level 7 | ₹ 44,900 | ₹ 1,28,414 | ₹ 83,514 |
| Level 8 | ₹ 47,600 | ₹ 1,36,136 | ₹ 88,536 |
| Level 9 | ₹ 53,100 | ₹ 1,51,866 | ₹ 98,766 |
| Level 10 | ₹ 56,100 | ₹ 1,60,446 | ₹ 1,04,346 |
Why is 8th Pay Commission necessary?
- Salary adjustment according to inflation: According to the change in inflation, market and lifestyle every 10 years, improvement in salary and pension of employees is necessary.
- To make government jobs attractive: The Pay Commission is necessary to keep the government job competitive compared to the private sector.
- To increase the purchasing power of employees: Increasing salary increases the purchase capacity of employees, which also benefits the country’s economy.
- Relief to pensioners: Pensioners also benefit in the same proportion, which strengthens their economic condition.
History and previous recommendations
| Pay commission | Applied year | Fitment factor | Minimum basic pay | Maximum basic pay |
| 6th pay | 2006 | 1.86 | ₹ 7,000 | ₹ 80,000 |
| 7th pay | 2016 | 2.57 | ₹ 18,000 | ₹ 2,25,000 |
| 8th pay | 2026 (potential) | 2.86-3.68 (Estimated) | ₹ 50,000- ₹ 51,480 (Estimated) | ₹ 2,50,000+ (Estimated) |
What changes can happen in 8th Pay Commission?
- Large increase in minimum basic pay: It can increase from ₹ 18,000 to ₹ 50,000 or more.
- Increase in fitment factor: Can go from 2.86 to 3.0 or 3.68.
- New formula of dearness allowance (DA): Changes in DA also possible according to inflation.
- Increase in pension: Pensioners will also benefit in proportion to salary.
- Amendment to other allowances: HRA, TA, Medical Allowance etc. can also increase.
- New salary structure: New salary matrix may be applied according to grade pay and level.
8th Pay Commission Salary Calculation Formula
In simple language, your new salary will come out like this:
New basic salary = Current Basic Salary × Fitment Factor
Example:
If your current basic salary is ₹ 25,000 and Fitment Factor 2.86:
- New basic salary = × 25,000 × 2.86 = ₹ 71,500
Now adding DA, HRA, TA etc. will make your total salary.
Who will benefit from 8th Pay Commission?
- All permanent employees of the central government
- Central government pensioners
- Some state governments also decide their salary structure based on this.
- Railways, Defense, Police, Teachers, Clerks, Group D, Group C, Group B and Group A Officer
Benefits and challenges
Advantage
- Employees’ financial condition will be strengthened
- Pensioners will get relief
- Government job popularity will increase
- The country’s economy will get boost
Challenges
- Financial burden will increase on government
- Budget deficit may increase
- Pressure on private sector will increase
conclusion
There is great enthusiasm among government employees and pensioners regarding 8th Pay Commission. If the estimated fitment factor is around 2.86 or 3.0, then there will be a significant increase in salary. However, the chances of growing straight three times are low, but it is possible to increase from 2.5 to 3 times.
Final recommendations will be revealed only after the government’s announcement and budget allocation. Till then employees should wait for official updates and avoid rumors.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the available reports, media news and opinion of experts. So far, the official announcement of 8th Pay Commission has not been made nor is there any government confirmation to increase salary three times. All figures are estimated, real recommendations and increase will be clear only after the government’s announcement. Do not pay attention to rumors, only trust government information.
