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8th Pay Commission: Good News for Central Government Employees
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News18•17-10-2026, 13:22
8th Pay Commission: Good News for Central Government Employees
- •The 8th Pay Commission for central government employees and pensioners was constituted on November 3, 2025.
- •Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai has been appointed as the chairperson, with the final report expected by May 2027.
- •Employees are eagerly awaiting clarity on the implementation date, fitment factor, and potential arrears.
- •Past commission experiences show that implementation dates and arrears disbursement methods vary significantly.
Key Questions Answered
The 8th Pay Commission was constituted on November 3, 2025, with Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai appointed as its chairperson.
According to the terms of reference, the commission must submit its final report to the central government within 18 months of its constitution, which likely points to May 2027.
The next phase of consultations and meetings for the commission is scheduled to begin in Mumbai starting October 22.
