Diwali is around the corner, and as usual, government employees are eagerly awaiting news on the 8th Pay Commission, hoping for an announcement before the festival. Sources suggest that the government may make the declaration soon. However, uncertainty over the fitment factor remains. Will it increase to 2.86 or 1.92? It is also possible that the fitment factor could fall somewhere between these two values. How can government employees calculate their salary and pension hike? Here’s a guide to help.
The 8th Central Pay Commission will make changes to salaries, allowances, and pensions. It will affect more than 50 lakh government employees and 65 lakh pensioners. Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the commission in January 2025. The new pay rules are expected to start from January 1, 20