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8th Pay Commission fitment factor: 3.61, 3.833 or 4.00? What proposed salary hike means
The 8th Pay Commission fitment factor remains undecided, with several employee and pensioner organisations seeking factors of 3.61, 3.833 and 4.00. Here’s what each proposal could mean for minimum basic pay, pensions and central government employees.
8th Pay Commission HRA changes: 5 employee bodies recommend house rent allowance up to 40%; check details
8th pay commission proposals: Central government employees are urging the 8th Pay Commission to significantly hike House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates, citing soaring urban rents. Employee bodies are proposing increases to 36%, 40%, and even higher for differen…
8th Pay Commission arrear calculator: Can top central government employees get up to Rs 93 lakh in arrears?
Central government employees await the 8th Pay Commission's recommendations, with meetings underway. Arrears for top-level employees (Level 15-18) could range from ₹36.44 lakh to over ₹93 lakh for a 20-month delay, depending on the fitment factor. These fig…
8th Pay Commission: What is 3,490-calorie factor in pay revision? How milk, vegetable prices can decide your next hike
A new '3490 Calorie' system may influence salary hikes for central government employees by linking pay revisions to the cost of essential food items.
DA hike: States hike dearness allowance for employees, pensioners — Check full list here
The Centre increased the Dearness Allowance to 60% effective January 1, impacting millions of central government employees and pensioners. Following this, various states and organizations, including Indian Railways and the IBA, announced hikes. Here's a look:
DA, DR hike: Difference between dearness allowance and dearness relief, explained
Dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) are salary components for central government employees and pensioners, revised biannually based on inflation — both aimed at offsetting cost-of-living increases.
8th Pay Commission: How to use fitment factor calculator to estimate your revised salary
Discussions on the 8th Pay Commission focus on the fitment factor, crucial for salary and pension hikes for central government employees.
DA hike calculator: When is next Dearness allowance hike? How much to expect? How it will impact your salary
On April 18, the Centre raised the dearness allowance for employees by 2%, increasing it to 60%. The next DA hike is expected in July 2026, with a potential increase of 2-3% depending on inflation trends, benefiting approximately 50.46 lakh employees and 68.2…
Dearness Allowance: What are the types of DA? How often are they revised? We answer the top FAQs
Dearness Allowance is of two types, one which is revised quarterly based on CPI, and the other revised semi-annually. Both these aim to mitigate inflation effects for households of central government employees.
8th Pay Commission 6-month review: Key updates, consultation status and outlook
The 8th Pay Commission review highlights progress in consultations, stakeholder engagement, and the policy focus on salaries, pensions, and reforms shaping the future of government employees across the country.
Dearness Allowance: Is DA in salary subject to income tax? Is it part of CTC? Check latest FAQs here
The Finance Ministry announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance for central government employees and pensioners, effective January 1, 2026, raising it from 58% to 60%. Here's all you need to know about the pay component…