8th Pay Commission: Government Employees to Benefit, Private Sector Salaries May Also Be Affected

• The 8th Central Pay Commission's official website is live, accepting suggestions until March 16, 2026.
• The commission, formed in November 2025, will review salaries, allowances, and pensions for central government employees, defense personnel, and pensioners.
• While the commission directly impacts only central government employees, it can indirectly influence private sector salaries.
• Indirect effects include increased talent competition, private companies benchmarking against government pay, and salary revisions in Central PSUs.
• Previous pay commissions, like the 7th, led to significant salary hikes in the private sector, especially at mid-levels.