How much money central govt employees could receive if 8th CPC is implemented in early 2028.
The 8th Pay Commission was set up to revise salaries, allowances, and pensions for central government staff and pensioners.
The Union Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of the 8th Pay Commission. The panel must submit recommendations within 18 months.
Despite ToR approval, the government has not fixed a formal implementation date for the 8th Pay Commission salary revision.
If the 8th CPC is implemented in 2028, arrears could be calculated from January 1, 2026 as in past pay panels.
Estimates suggest arrears could reach ₹2.8 lakh or more for lower-paid employees after two years of retrospective pay revision.
Experts project salary and pension increases of 30–34% under the 8th Pay Commission, depending on fitment factors
In Parliament, the Finance Ministry confirmed that the 8th CPC is formed but avoided setting an exact salary revision start date.
Unions are watching closely and pushing for arrears from Jan 2026, as central government workers and pensioners await final approval.