8th Pay Commission: Massive Salary Hike Expected for Central Govt Employees

• The 8th Pay Commission is anticipated to be implemented from January 1, 2026, with a potential increase of 14-19% in salaries.
• Central government employees could see salary hikes ranging from ₹14,000 to ₹19,000, depending on the government's allocation.
• The process for forming the 8th Pay Commission began in April 2025, with implementation expected in 2026 or 2027.
• If the fitment factor is set at 2.86, an employee with a basic salary of ₹18,000 could see it rise to ₹51,480.
• Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced the approval of the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025, with further updates awaited.

Why It Matters: Central government employees and pensioners can expect significant salary and pension increases with the 8th Pay Commission.