8th Pay Commission Approved to Revise Salaries and Pensions for Millions

The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Modi, has approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, set to benefit over 1 crore central government employees and pensioners.

The 8th Pay Commission will revise salaries for approximately 49 lakh central government employees and pensions for nearly 65 lakh retirees, including defense personnel.
The commission is expected to come into effect on January 1, 2026, following the end of the 7th Pay Commission's term in December 2025.
A chairman and two members for the commission will be appointed soon, with consultations planned involving central and state governments and other stakeholders.
The decision, announced ahead of the Union Budget 2025, aims to improve the quality of life for government employees and boost domestic consumption, according to PM Modi.
This marks the eighth such pay commission since India's independence, with the last one implemented in 2016.