Check salary hike for peons, teachers, IAS and other govt employees

The pay commission plays a crucial role in determining salary structures, allowances, and other benefits for government employees, and its recommendations significantly impact millions of workers and pensioners across the country.

Good news! Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on Thursday that Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission for central government employees. The decision was shared by the minister during a press briefing to announce cabinet decisions in Delhi. He highlighted the commitment of PM Modi to maintain a consistent schedule for the establishment of pay commissions. The last such commission, the 7th Central Pay Commission, was initiated in 2016 and is set to conclude its term in 2026.

The Pay Commission has not been formed yet, and the government has not provided any concrete details about its plans. However, the commission’s members are expected to be appointed soon. Once established, the commission will conduct research and submit recommendations and reports to the government concerning salary and pension revisions.

8th Pay Commission: Check salary hike for peons, teachers, IAS and other govt employees

The pay commission plays a crucial role in determining salary structures, allowances, and other benefits for government employees, and its recommendations significantly impact millions of workers and pensioners across the country. The upcoming 8th Pay Commission has sparked widespread interest among government employees. While exact details are still unclear, media reports suggest a potential rise in salaries for all ranks, from entry-level staff such as peons to senior officials including IAS officers, secretaries, and chief secretaries. However, until official information is released, the extent of these increases remains speculative.

Projections for the 8th Pay Commission suggest significant salary increases across different levels. For example, Level-1 employees, such as peons and sweepers, who currently earn a basic salary of Rs 18,000 under the 7th Pay Commission, may see their pay rise to Rs 21,300.

Since 1947, seven Pay Commissions have been constituted, with the last one implemented in 2016. The term of the 7th Pay Commission will end in 2026. Usually, every 10 years, the central government constitutes a pay commission to revise the remuneration of its employees. The pay commission also recommends the formula for the revision of dearness allowance and dearness relief for central government employees and pensioners with a view to compensating them for inflation. Several state governments also revise the remuneration of their employees on the lines of the central pay commission.

Estimates suggest that Level-2 employees could see their salaries rise from Rs 19,900 to Rs 23,880, while Level-3 employees may experience an increase from Rs 21,700 to Rs 26,040. For Level-4 employees, the expected rise is from Rs 25,500 to Rs 30,600, and for Level-5 employees, it could go up from Rs 29,200 to Rs 35,040. These projected increments are based on the existing grade pay structure, ranging from Rs 1,800 to Rs 2,800 for employees in levels 1 to 5.

As per the salary matrix, the grade pay for employees in levels 6 to 9 ranges from Rs 4,200 to Rs 5,400. This group includes positions like primary and secondary school teachers, as well as Gram Vikas Adhikaris. For level-6 employees, the estimated basic salary will range from Rs 35,400 to Rs 42,480, while level-7 employees are expected to see their salary rise to between Rs 44,900 and Rs 53,880. Level-8 employees will have a salary increase between Rs 47,600 and Rs 57,120, and level-9 employees will receive an increase between Rs 53,100 and Rs 63,720.

Under the 8th Pay Commission, employees in levels 10 to 12 will see a significant increase in their basic salaries. The grade pay for these levels ranges from Rs 5,400 to Rs 7,600. Specifically, level-10 employees will see their basic salary rise from Rs 56,100 to Rs 67,320. For level-11 employees, the basic salary will increase from Rs 67,700 to Rs 81,240. Similarly, level-12 employees will benefit from an increase in their basic salary from Rs 78,800 to Rs 94,560.

Civil servants, including IAS officers, secretaries, and chief secretaries, are classified within levels 15 to 18. The 8th Pay Commission proposes an increase in the basic salaries for these levels. Level-15 employees will see their basic salary rise from Rs 1,82,200 to Rs 2,18,400. Level-16 employees will experience an increase from Rs 2,05,400 to Rs 2,46,480. For level-17 employees, the salary will be raised from Rs 2,25,000 to Rs 2,70,000. Finally, level-18 employees will see their basic salary grow from Rs 2,50,000 to Rs 3,00,000.