Central Govt Employees Demand Redefining 'Family' to Link with Rs 69,000 Pay Proposal New Delhi: Central government employees have called for a significant increase in their basic salary to Rs 69,000 under the 8th Pay Commission, arguing that the current system of defining a family as three units should be revised to account for five units, including parents. The proposal, submitted by the National Council of Joint Committee (NC-JCM)—the apex body representing communication between the central government and its employees—aims to address the growing disparity in living standards and ensure fair compensation. The memorandum, presented to the Pay Commission on Tuesday, highlights the need to adjust the fitment factor, a multiplier used to revise basic pay during transitions to new pay structures. The NC-JCM has urged the Commission to set the fitment factor at 3.83, which would raise the minimum basic pay from Rs 18,000 to Rs 69,000. This factor is critical for achieving uniform revisions across all levels of employment, as it replaces the Seventh Pay Commission’s fitment factor of 2.57, which had increased the minimum basic pay from Rs 7,000 to Rs 17,990. The push to redefine family units stems from the argument that the current system underestimates the financial responsibilities of employees. The NC-JCM proposes treating a family as five units: one for the employee, one for the spouse, and two children (each counted as 0.8 units) along with parents (also 0.8 units). This adjustment is framed as a necessary step to align pay structures with the legal obligations outlined in the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act and the Social Security Code, 2020.#8th_pay_commission #central_govt #nc_jcm #shiv_gopal_mishra #maintenance_welfare_parents
8th Pay Commission 2026: Salary Structure, Pay Hike, DA, HRA, Arrears Explained The 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC), established by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2025, is set to redefine salary structures, allowances, and pensions for central government employees and pensioners. The commission’s recommendations, once approved, will take effect from January 1, 2026, with employees receiving back pay for the months between January 2026 and the implementation date. Central government staff unions have submitted their demands to the commission, including a fitment factor of 3.83 and a minimum basic pay of Rs 69,000, which would significantly increase salaries compared to the previous 7th CPC’s 2.57 fitment factor and Rs 18,000 minimum basic pay. The fitment factor, a multiplier applied to the current basic pay, determines the new salary structure. Under the proposed demand, the new basic pay would be calculated as the old basic pay multiplied by 3.83. This would result in a substantial rise in take-home pay, as even minor adjustments to the fitment factor can lead to significant changes in overall compensation. The National Council - Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM), representing central government staff, submitted this proposal, though the government will ultimately decide the final fitment factor and other terms. Employee unions argue that the demand for Rs 69,000 as the minimum basic pay is necessary to address inflation and rising living costs. Since 2016, real incomes have been eroded by inflation, with housing, education, and healthcare expenses surging. The current Dearness Allowance (DA), which is nearly 60% of basic pay, has also exceeded 50%, reflecting heightened cost pressures.#narendra_modi #8th_cpc #nc_jcm #national_council_joint_consultative_machinery #central_government_staff_unions
Government Employees' Salary Hike Set for Major Increase: Will Minimum Salary Reach Rs. 69,000? The stage is being set for a significant jump in the salary hikes for government employees in India, with demands emerging for a minimum salary increase to Rs. 69,000. The National Council-Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM) has called for this change, citing recommendations from the 8th Pay Commission. Currently, the minimum salary for government employees stands at Rs. 18,000, but the proposed hike could nearly triple this amount, sparking debates about its feasibility and impact on public finances. The NC-JCM has emphasized the need to adjust the fitment factor, a key component in calculating salary increments, from its current level of 2.57 to a higher rate of 3.83. This adjustment, combined with a 6% annual increment, is expected to significantly boost the salaries of millions of government workers. However, the proposal has raised concerns among economic experts, who warn that such a drastic increase could strain the government’s budget. Analysts suggest that while the NC-JCM’s demand for Rs. 69,000 as the minimum salary is ambitious, a more realistic target might lie between Rs. 54,000 and Rs. 58,000. This range, based on a fitment factor of 3 to 3.2, would balance the need for fair compensation with fiscal responsibility. The government, however, has yet to confirm these figures, leaving the final decision in the hands of the 8th Pay Commission, which is currently in the process of finalizing its recommendations. The proposed salary hike has also sparked discussions about the broader implications for public services and economic stability.#india #public_services #8th_pay_commission #nc_jcm #government_employees
8th Pay Commission Update: Employee Body Demands Rs 69,000 Minimum Basic Pay and 3.83 Fitment Factor The draft committee of the National Council (Joint Consultative Machinery) has submitted a final memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission outlining a comprehensive list of demands aimed at restructuring salaries, pensions, and benefits for central government employees and pensioners. The proposals include a minimum basic pay of Rs 69,000, a fitment factor of 3.83, an annual increment of 6%, and the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for employees recruited on or after January 1, 2004. These demands, which were finalized on September 13, 2026, also call for merging 18 employee levels from the 7th Pay Commission into seven, increasing family units from five to seven, and ensuring a minimum of five promotions for every employee within 30 years of service. The NC-JCM, which serves as the umbrella body for key associations and unions representing central government employees and pensioners, has emphasized that all proposed benefits should be implemented from January 1, 2026. Among the key demands, the committee has requested that pension be set at 67% of the last-drawn salary, with family pension at 50%. Additionally, the draft committee has called for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, which was abolished in 2013, and the revision of pensions every five years. The proposed pay scales, detailed in a table, outline the restructuring of existing salary bands. For instance, the minimum basic pay for Pay Scale-1 (Level 1) would be Rs 69,000, while Pay Scale-2 (merged Levels 2 and 3) would start at Rs 83,200. The highest proposed pay scale, Pay Scale-6 (merged Levels 9 and 10), would have a minimum of Rs 2,15,100. The committee has also suggested a fitment factor of 3.#8th_pay_commission #nc_jcm #pay_scale_1 #pay_scale_2 #pay_scale_6
