8th Pay Commission: Expected Salary Hike, Implementation Timeline & Latest Updates
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to submit its final report by mid-2027, impacting approximately 50 lakh central government employees and 70 lakh pensioners.
Employee unions are demanding a higher fitment factor of 3.83, which could significantly increase salaries.
Unions also push for increased House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates as part of the 8th Pay Commission negotiations.
The new pay structure is likely to include revised allowances and benefits for central government staff.
Implementation is expected to be retroactive or phased in after the report submission and government approval.
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