8th Pay Commission: New Salary Formula and Expected Hike Explained
The 8th Pay Commission has been a long-standing demand of government employees, and recently, the Modi government officially announced its implementation. Now, the biggest question is: How much will salaries increase under the new pay structure? Let’s break it down.
Major Changes in the 8th Pay Commission
📌 Proposed Merger of Pay Scales:
- The National Joint Consultative Mechanism (NJCM) has recommended merging pay levels 1 to 6 to simplify salary structures.
- This means:
- Level 1 will merge with Level 2
- Level 3 will merge with Level 4
- Level 5 will merge with Level 6
📌 Salary Calculation Based on Fitment Factor:
- The fitment factor determines how much salaries will be revised.
- During the 7th Pay Commission, the fitment factor ranged from 2.57 to 2.81 depending on the pay level.
- For the 8th Pay Commission, it is expected to be 2.86% or higher.
Expected Salary Hike Under the 8th Pay Commission
🔹 Minimum Salary for Level 1 Employees:
| Fitment Factor | Revised Salary (from ₹18,000) |
|---|---|
| 1.92% | ₹34,650 |
| 2.08% | ₹37,440 |
| 2.86% (Expected) | ₹51,480 |
🔹 Higher Pay Grades Will Get Even Bigger Increments.
🚨 Key Takeaway: If the fitment factor is fixed at 2.86%, employees at level 1 could see their minimum salary jump from ₹18,000 to ₹51,480 per month.
When Will the 8th Pay Commission Be Implemented?
📅 The government is expected to announce official details in the coming months.
📢 Employees’ unions are pushing for a higher fitment factor and better salary increments.
Stay tuned for further updates on the 8th Pay Commission salary structure! What do you think about these proposed changes? Let us know in the comments! 💬
