8th Pay Commission: 2027 implementation likely, tied to key elections.

• The 8th Pay Commission officially began work in November 2025, with central government employees and pensioners keenly awaiting its implementation.
• Experts estimate the commission's recommendations could take 1-2 years to implement, with a strong possibility of full implementation by 2027.
• There is speculation about the commission's implementation before crucial 2027 elections, though full implementation might be challenging due to the 18-month report submission timeline.
• The government may provide interim relief if the report is delayed, a precedent set by past commissions where deadlines were extended and temporary relief was granted.
• Recommendations are expected to be effective from January 1, 2026, with full implementation likely by the end of 2027, potentially coinciding with the Rajasthan Assembly elections.

Why It Matters: This impacts future salaries and pensions for millions of government employees.