8th Pay Commission: In a significant decision, the 8th Pay Commission has extended the deadline for responding to the suggestions sought through an 18-point questionnaire. This deadline has been extended by 15 days to March 31, from the previous March 16.
The extension means that central government employees, pensioners, and other beneficiaries will have more time to share their views on the 8th Pay Commission’s policies, which are currently under development. Beneficiaries can respond to all 18 questions until March 31, 2026. The feedback received by the Central Pay Commission will help determine the salary structure, allowances, and policies for central government employees and pensioners under the 8th Pay Commission.
8th Pay Commission Questionnaire Link
Here is the link to answer the 18-point questionnaire of the 8th Pay Commission — Interested and eligible candidates can log in using their mobile number or email and OTP.
Who can give suggestions to the 8th Pay Commission?
The official website of the 8th CPC provides a complete list of individuals who can submit their suggestions to the government through the 8th Pay Commission’s 18-point questionnaire. The website states that the deadline for responses is Tuesday, March 31, 2026. All responses must be submitted through the MyGov portal. The Commission will not consider written responses, emails, or PDF files. Here is the complete list of individuals and organizations who can participate in the 8th Pay Commission survey:
employees of ministries and departments,
Employees of Union Territories,
Judicial officers, officers/employees of courts, members of regulatory bodies,
Associations or unions of serving or retired employees, pensioners, researchers, academicians, and
Authorized/designated nodal/sub-nodal officers of Ministries, Departments, Union Territories and Offices.
How to submit your responses online?
People or organizations who wish to submit their recommendations regarding the 8th Pay Commission can do so by visiting. People will need to log in or sign up using their mobile number or email ID, and then enter a 6-digit OTP to begin. They can then provide their responses and opinions on the 18-point questionnaire and submit their answers. According to the 8th CPC website, respondents will be anonymous, and questionnaire responses will be analyzed in aggregate, without revealing any identities.
The Narendra Modi-led government first announced the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025. A few months later, on November 3 last year, the Finance Ministry formally notified it. Furthermore, the government has already approved the Terms of Reference (ToR), giving the 8th CPC an 18-month deadline to submit its recommendations for revising the salaries, pensions, and other allowances of central employees and pensioners. The 8th Pay Commission is chaired by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, with Professor Pulak Ghosh and Pankaj Jain serving as the other two members. The 8th Pay Commission’s policies are expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026, in line with the standard 10-year revision cycle.
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