8th Pay Commission: Big demand from ‘technocrats’ of Railways, from fitment factor to pension, IRTSA made huge proposal
Indian Railways Technical Supervisors Association (IRTSA) has submitted a detailed memorandum to the Central Government ahead of the formation of the 8th Pay Commission (8th CPC). The organization representing technical employees of the Railways has advocated not only a pay increase but also a different salary structure based on the nature and risk of work. IRTSA demands that railway technocrats should get different and better facilities than non-technical employees.
New formula of 5 different fitment factors
IRTSA has demanded that instead of having a uniform fitment factor for all levels, it should be classified according to salary level. The organization believes that accountability is more at higher positions, hence the coefficient should also be higher there.
| salary level | Proposed Fitment Factor |
| L-1 to L-5 | 2.92 |
| L-6 to L-8 | 3.50 (2.92 × 1.2) |
| L-9 to L-12 | 3.80 (2.92 × 1.3) |
| L-13 to L-16 | 4.09 (2.92 × 1.4) |
| L-17 and L-18 | 4.38 (2.92 × 1.5) |
Proposed ‘cadre structure’ for technical supervisors
The organization has proposed huge pay hike for Junior Engineer (JE) to Principal Senior Section Engineer. It suggests an increase of about 3.7 to 4.4 times the current salary.
Junior Engineer (JE): Under Level-7, ₹1,57,400 (4.45 times the existing ₹35,400).
Senior Section Engineer (SSE): Under Level-8, ₹1,66,800 (3.71 times the existing ₹44,900).
Principal SSE (Senior Manager): Starting salary of ₹2,57,000 under Level-11.
New thinking on allowances and dearness allowance (DA)
IRTSA has sought a separate ‘Consumer Price Index’ (CPI) for calculating dearness allowance, incorporating modern requirements like Internet expenses, bottled water and health insurance should also be included.
HRA: There has been a demand for house rent allowance up to 40% by dividing the cities into 4 categories (A, B, C, D).
Night Duty Allowance: It is proposed to remove the ceiling of ₹43,600 and calculate it on actual salary.
Child Education: An allowance of ₹10,000 per month has been suggested for studies up to post-graduation.
Career Progression and Leave Encashment
The organization has sought relaxation in career and leave rules to boost employee morale:
MAC: 30 years of service instead of 4 5 Financial Upgradation (Every 6 years).
Leave Encashment: Limit on encashment of leave at the time of retirement increased from 300 to 600 days Let it be done. Also, permission to encash 50% leave during service should be given.
Retirement Benefits: Pension and Gratuity
IRTSA for employees recruited after 2004 Old Pension Scheme (OPS) Emphasis has been laid on restoration. Additionally, the maximum limit of gratuity has been increased from ₹20 lakh. ₹50 lakh It has been proposed to do. The organization also says that the amount of death gratuity should also be ₹50 lakh so that the victim’s family can get adequate financial security.
Group Insurance (CGEGIS)
The organization expressed concern that insurance rates have not changed since 1990. He has demanded an insurance cover of up to ₹ 50 lakh at government expense and reduction in premium rates, so that railway technicians doing risky work can get proper safety net.
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