8th Pay Commission Seeks Public Suggestions on Salary, Pension and Allowances; Deadline April 30
The 8th Central Pay Commission has invited suggestions and recommendations from central government employees, pensioners, and related organizations regarding proposed changes in salary structures, pensions, and allowances.
According to government officials, stakeholders can submit their views online until April 30, 2026. These suggestions will help the commission frame its recommendations for revising the pay structure of central government employees and retirees.
The government has also issued a warning about fake salary calculators circulating online, urging people to remain cautious and avoid downloading suspicious files or apps.
Suggestions Must Be Submitted Through Official Portals
The government clarified that all suggestions and memorandums must be submitted only through official online platforms.
Interested stakeholders can share their recommendations through:
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8cpc.gov.in (official Pay Commission portal)
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innovateindia.mygov.in on the MyGov
The commission has provided a dedicated online form where employees, pensioners, and organizations can submit their suggestions.
Officials have clearly stated that submissions sent via email, printed documents, or PDF files will not be considered. Therefore, stakeholders are advised to use only the official portals for participation.
Over One Crore Employees and Pensioners May Be Affected
The recommendations of the 8th Central Pay Commission are expected to impact more than one crore central government employees and pensioners across India.
Based on the feedback received, the commission will prepare recommendations related to:
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Salary structure revisions
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Pension adjustments
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Allowance modifications
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Other compensation benefits for government employees
The consultation process aims to ensure that stakeholders’ views are considered before finalizing the pay revision framework.
Fake Salary Calculator Apps Trigger Cybersecurity Warning
Alongside the consultation process, the government has issued an important cybersecurity alert for employees and pensioners.
According to the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre, some cybercriminals are circulating fake salary calculator apps and files claiming to estimate salaries under the 8th Pay Commission.
These files are reportedly being shared through platforms like WhatsApp and other messaging services.
Cybersecurity officials warn that downloading such files could allow hackers to:
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Gain access to mobile phones or computers
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Steal personal data
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Access banking information
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Conduct financial fraud
Government Advises Caution
Authorities have advised employees and pensioners to avoid downloading any unofficial tools claiming to calculate revised salaries under the new pay commission.
The government stressed that no official salary calculator has been released yet for the 8th Pay Commission.
Employees should rely only on authorized government portals and official announcements for updates regarding salary revisions.
How the Pay Commission Process Works
Pay commissions are typically formed by the Government of India to review and revise the salary structure and benefits of central government employees and pensioners.
The commission studies several factors including:
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Economic conditions
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Inflation levels
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Government expenditure
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Employee welfare and compensation standards
After analyzing suggestions and conducting consultations, the commission submits its recommendations to the government for approval and implementation.
Important Deadline for Suggestions
Employees, pensioners, and organizations who wish to share their views must submit their suggestions before April 30, 2026 through the official portals.
The feedback collected during this process will help shape the final recommendations that may influence the future salary, pension, and allowance structure for millions of government employees across India.
At the same time, authorities urge everyone to remain alert against fake apps or salary calculators circulating online, as these may be part of cyber fraud attempts.
