8th Pay Commission: Salary Hike Process Begins, Suggestions Invited by April 2026

• Government initiates process for 8th Central Pay Commission to revise salaries, allowances, and pensions.
• Ministry of Finance collecting online suggestions from employees, pensioners, unions, and public via MyGov portal.
• Deadline for submitting suggestions is April 30, 2026; commission to submit recommendations within 18 months of formation in Nov 2025.
• Expected to take effect from January 1, 2026, with potential 20-35% salary increase and arrears.
• Minimum basic salary of Rs. 18,000 (7th CPC) to be reconsidered; final changes depend on inflation, government finances, and 16th Finance Commission recommendations.