Major update on the 8th Pay Commission: The commission has announced vacancies for 11 positions; who can apply..

The Eighth Pay Commission has gained momentum. The Eighth Pay Commission is strengthening its team to expedite the implementation of salary and pension increase recommendations.

The Commission has announced vacancies for a total of 11 positions on a deputation basis and is inviting applications from eligible officers. The deadline is March 9, 2026.

How many vacancies has the Commission announced?

According to the vacancy circular issued by the Commission, a total of 11 applications have been invited. These include:

Director and Deputy Secretary - 2 positions
Under Secretary - 3 positions
PSO, Senior PPS, PPS, and PS - 6 positions
Who can apply?
These recruitments will be on a deputation basis. Officers of the Central Secretariat Service (CSS) are eligible for the positions of Director, Deputy Secretary, and Under Secretary.

Central government officials, and if necessary, state/union territory officials, can apply for the PSO and PPS categories.

Candidates must possess a bachelor's degree from a recognized university. A specified number of years of experience in the relevant pay level is also mandatory.

What will be the salary?
Director - Pay Matrix Level 13
Deputy Secretary - Level 12
Under Secretary - Level 11
PSO - Level 13
Sr. PPS - Level 12
PPS - Level 11
PS - Level 8/10
Salary at these levels will be based on the central government's pay scale, which includes basic pay and allowances.

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