Government Sets Stage for 8th Central Pay Commission

The government is gathering input from key stakeholders for the establishment of the 8th Central Pay Commission, aimed at revising salaries for 50 lakh employees and allowances for 65 lakh pensioners. Recommendations are expected by January 1, 2026, the next official implementation date.

The government has initiated consultations with major stakeholders, including the Defence and Home ministries, regarding the formation of the 8th Central Pay Commission, according to a statement made in Parliament on Monday.

In January, the Cabinet gave the green light to setting up the new pay commission. This will affect nearly 50 lakh government employees and around 65 lakh pensioners across the country.

Questions remain about the timeline, as Finance Minister Pankaj Chaudhary explained the gathering of inputs from various entities as the next step in the process. The newly-formed 8th Pay Commission is expected to release its recommendations by January 1, 2026, which will be considered for implementation.

(With inputs from agencies.)