8th Pay Commission 2026 latest updates: Fitment factor expectations, salary hike calculator, MyGov questionnaire (last date 16 March 2026), 8cpc.gov.in official site, implementation date and arrears for central government employees & pensioners.
8th Pay Commission 2026: Complete Guide – Latest News, Fitment Factor, MyGov Questionnaire, Salary Calculator, Implementation Date & More
The 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) is the biggest topic for over 1 crore central government employees, pensioners, defence personnel and railway staff in 2026. The commission is now fully operational, its official website is live, and the first public consultation is open.
What is the 8th Pay Commission?
The 8th CPC reviews and revises salary, pension, allowances and service conditions of central government employees every 10 years. The 7th CPC ended on 31 December 2025, so the 8th CPC takes over from 1 January 2026.
- Constituted: 3 November 2025
- Chairperson: Justice (Retd) Smt. Ranjana Prakash Desai
- Official website: https://8cpc.gov.in/
- Office: Chanderlok Building, Janpath, New Delhi
Latest News – February 2026 Updates
- Website launched in early February 2026
- 18-question questionnaire released on MyGov (5 Feb 2026)
- Last date to submit feedback: 16 March 2026
- Commission has 18 months to submit report (expected mid-2027)
- NC-JCM staff-side meeting on 25 February 2026 to finalise memorandum
- Unions demanding fitment factor 3.0–3.25; realistic expectation 2.0–2.86
8cpc.gov.in – Official Website
Visit https://8cpc.gov.in/ for:
- Terms of Reference (ToR)
- Questionnaire PDF
- Vacancy circulars
- Gazette notification
- Press releases
Direct questionnaire link is also available on the site.
MyGov Questionnaire – 18 Questions (Deadline 16 March 2026)
The commission has invited views from employees, pensioners, unions, ministries, judicial officers and the public. Responses accepted only through MyGov (no email/paper).
Key topics covered in the 18 questions:
- Guiding philosophy for 8th CPC
- Pay structure & minimum pay
- Annual increment & indexation
- Allowances (HRA, TA, DA, etc.)
- Pension & family pension
- Gender parity & special categories
- Macro-economic impact
How to submit?
- Login with OTP
- Fill & submit before 16 March 2026, 23:45 IST
Expected Fitment Factor – What Experts & Unions Are Saying
Fitment factor is the multiplier applied to your current basic pay.
| Source/Expectation | Fitment Factor | Minimum Pay (from ₹18,000) | Approx. Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum (DA-based) | 1.60–1.92 | ₹28,800–₹34,560 | 60–92% |
| Realistic (experts) | 2.0–2.46 | ₹36,000–₹44,280 | 100–146% |
| Unions demand | 3.0–3.25 | ₹54,000–₹58,500 | 200–225% |
| Most discussed scenario | 2.28–2.57 | ₹41,040–₹46,260 | 128–157% |
DA is expected to cross 60% by Jan 2026, which itself sets a floor of ~1.60.
8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator (Free Online Tools)
No official calculator yet, but these popular tools give accurate projections:
- GConnect 8th CPC Pay Calculator
- 8thpaycommissionsalarycalculator.com
Example (Level-1 employee, current basic ₹18,000, City X)
| Fitment Factor | New Basic Pay | Gross Salary (approx.) | Monthly Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.86 | ₹33,480 | ₹48,000–52,000 | ₹18,000+ |
| 2.28 | ₹41,040 | ₹58,000–63,000 | ₹26,000+ |
| 2.57 | ₹46,260 | ₹65,000–70,000 | ₹32,000+ |
| 3.00 | ₹54,000 | ₹75,000–82,000 | ₹40,000+ |
Implementation Date & Arrears
- Deemed effective date: 1 January 2026
- Actual notification & payment: likely late 2027 or early 2028
- Arrears will be paid from 1.1.2026 (almost certain, as per past practice)
- DA will be merged into basic pay at implementation
Expected Benefits Beyond Basic Pay
- Higher HRA (8/16/24% slabs may improve)
- Transport Allowance revision
- Children Education Allowance increase
- Pensioners: higher family pension, medical facilities
- Defence & Railway special allowances likely enhanced
Who Will Benefit the Most?
- Group C & D employees (biggest % hike)
- Pensioners (especially pre-2016)
- Defence forces (OROP-related demands)
- Railway employees (running staff allowances)
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FAQs – 8th Pay Commission 2026
Q. When will I get the salary hike? A. First instalment expected after government accepts the report (2027–28), with arrears from Jan 2026.
Q. Will the fitment factor be 3.0? A. Unions want it, but government will decide based on fiscal situation. 2.3–2.6 is more likely.
Q. Is there any official salary calculator? A. Not yet. Use the third-party tools mentioned above for estimation.
Q. Can pensioners also submit the questionnaire? A. Yes – the MyGov form explicitly allows pensioners.
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Conclusion
The 8th Pay Commission process has officially begun. Submit your views on MyGov before 16 March 2026, keep following 8cpc.gov.in, and track reliable sources for updates. A substantial salary and pension revision is coming — the only question is “how much and when exactly”.
Bookmark this page and share with your colleagues. The next big update will come after the NC-JCM meeting on 25 February 2026.
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