8th Pay Commission: Check How Salaries Increased After Each Pay Commission And What's Expected Now - News18

8th Pay Commission: Check How Salaries Increased After Each Pay Commission And What's Expected Now - News18

The current 7th Pay Commission recommended removal of Pay Band and Grade Pay system, replaced by Pay Matrix.

8th Pay Commission: The salary structure for central government employees in India has evolved significantly over the years — from Rs 55 per month in 1946 to Rs 18,000 per month currently, guided by the recommendations of various pay commissions established by the government. Each Pay Commission has aimed to balance the interests of employees with the financial prudence of the government, leading to changes in salary scales, allowances, and overall benefits. With the recent announcement of the 8th Pay Commission, slated for implementation from January 1, 2026, it is worth revisiting the journey of salary revisions from the 1st to the 7th Pay Commission.

According to reports, under the 8th Pay Commission, the basic pay of central government employees will increase from Rs 18,000 per month to over Rs 51,000 per month. Here’s a look at the seven Pay Commissions so far and the salaries recommended by them:

Implementation Year: 1947

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Although the recommendations addressed post-independence challenges, they highlighted the need for a better salary structure for lower-income groups.

Implementation Year: 1959

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The changes improved financial security for employees, reflecting the growing economic challenges of the 1950s.

Implementation Year: 1973

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Introduction of DA was a game-changer, ensuring that employees’ salaries were adjusted in line with inflation rates.

Implementation Year: 1986

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The substantial pay hike addressed inflation and improved employee satisfaction. However, the implementation was criticized for delays.

Implementation Year: 1997

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A significant increase in salaries improved the purchasing power of employees. However, the recommendations led to increased financial strain on the government.

Implementation Year: 2008

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The introduction of the Pay Band system simplified salary structures and provided clarity on career progression. Despite criticism of delayed implementation, it was largely seen as employee-friendly.

Implementation Year: 2016

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Under the 7th Pay Commission, the fitment factor was set at 2.57, which increased the minimum basic pay from Rs 7,000 to Rs 18,000. The fitment factor is a multiplier applied to the current basic pay to calculate the new salary under the revised Pay Matrix.

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For the 8th Pay Commission, it is widely expected that the fitment factor will rise to 2.86, potentially increasing the minimum basic pay to Rs 51,480, a jump of 186 per cent over the current Rs 18,000.

The 8th Pay Commission will be implemented on January 1, 2026. It means the central government employees might start receiving their increased salaries from February 2026 (which will be the salary for the month of January 2026).

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