The big decision came on what was awaited; Government suddenly extended this deadline regarding 8th Pay Commission

8th Pay Commission Latest Update: A big update has come out for the central employees who have been waiting for the Eighth Pay Commission for a long time. The Commission has now extended the last date for submitting suggestions and demands to June 15. This will give additional time to government employees and pensioners to consider pay, pension and allowance reforms.

This extension from the Commission has come at a time when the long-awaited discussion on the fitment factor has intensified among employee unions and policy makers. In the new notification, the Commission has announced that the deadline for stakeholders to send their memorandum and recommendations will be June 15. Even before this, the Commission had extended the deadline till May 31. This is the second time the deadline has been changed.

Commission’s motive behind extending the deadline

The New Pay Commission has also made it clear in the notification that suggestions will be accepted only on the official website 8cpc.gov.in. Physical documents, emails, hard copies and PDF letters will not be accepted during the counseling process. The extension of the deadline is meant to encourage wider participation of employee unions, pensioners’ groups, representatives of military personnel and other stakeholders before the Commission finalizes its recommendations.

Who can make recommendations

Central Government employees, pensioners, defense personnel, All India Service officers, Union Territory employees and other eligible persons notified by the government can place their demands. This panel is expected to submit its report within 18 months of its selection. However, if needed, an interim report can also be issued.

fitment factor

One of the most closely watched aspects of the Eighth Pay Commission is the fitment factor, which caps pay and pension revisions. It is a factor used in the calculation of revised basic salary and pension. Hi fitment factor This leads to higher increase in salary and retirement benefits.

For example

• Sixth Pay Commission (2006): Fitment Factor 1.86,
• Seventh Pay Commission (2016): Fitment Factor 2.57

Under the formula of Seventh Pay Commission minimum basic salary ₹18,000 was fixed. By implementing the fitment factor of 2.57, the salary has increased significantly compared to the previous salary structure.

What are the demands under the 8th Pay Commission?

Many unions argue that rising inflation, rising housing costs, health expenses and the need for a better pension system justify a comprehensive amendment. According to reports, many employee groups are demanding a fitment factor between 3.0 to 4.0, which could lead to a big increase in the minimum basic level.

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If the fitment factor is approved in the range of 3.8 to 4.0, the minimum basic pay could potentially increase to between ₹69,000 and ₹72,000, as per the estimates discussed during consultations with stakeholders.