The 8th Central Pay Commission is expected to be implemented in 2026 to revise salaries and allowances for central government employees and pensioners in India.

Key expected features:

• Likely implementation date: January 1, 2026
• Expected multiplication factor: 3.0 times current basic pay
• Minimum salary expected to increase to ₹26,000 from ₹18,000
• Fitment factor expected to be around 2.67-3.0
• HRA rates likely to remain at 24%, 16%, and 8% for X, Y, and Z cities

Our calculator provides estimates based on current proposals and historical patterns. Actual implementation may vary based on government decisions.