8th Pay Commission: Level-1 Employee Arrears Could Reach Rs 2.17 Lakh

• Discussions intensify regarding the 8th Pay Commission as the 7th Pay Commission's tenure ends on December 31, 2025.
• Historically, pay commission recommendations are implemented retrospectively, leading to substantial arrears for employees.
• The 8th Pay Commission is expected to be effective from January 1, 2026, following the 10-year cycle of previous commissions.
• If implementation is delayed by 24 months, a Level-1 employee could receive approximately Rs 2.17 lakh in arrears.
• Estimates suggest a 25% increase in total salary, with a Fitment Factor around 2.57, though official details are awaited.

Why It Matters: Central government employees, especially Level-1, could receive significant arrears with the 8th Pay Commission.