Central employees and pensioners would receive benefits under the Eighth Pay Commission if it is approved by the Central Government. If the Eighth Pay Commission recommends pension hikes on an increase of 2.86 fitment factor, the minimum pension will increase accordingly.
What Is The Current Minimum Pension?
The Seventh Pay Commission recommended a pension for pensioners on a fitment factor of 2.57. Hence, the minimum basic pension of retirees of the Central Government stands at ₹9,000 per month, with a maximum pension being ₹1,25,000 per month. If Eighth Pay Commission recommendations for pension hikes are made based on 2.86 fitment factor, then the minimum pension will increase to 186%. Currently, ₹9,000 as the minimum monthly pension will subject to an increase of 186% to reach nearly ₹25,740 per month while simultaneously raising the maximum pension from the existing ₹1,25,000 to a prospective ₹3,57,500 monthly.
Dearness Relief: 53%-
There is a piece of good news for pensioners that the pension is expected to get a lot of additional amounts against Dearness Relief (DR) benefits. Currently, DR stands at 53% of basic pension and is usually revised twice a year. This revision will add to the pension amount and give financial buoyancy to pensioners. This is important simply to remain in touch with inflationary trends, while regular revisions will ensure that the purchasing power of pensioners is sustained. (employees update)
Recommendations To Be Implemented In 2026-
The new pay commission formation will start in 2025 so that its recommendations may be there before the end of the term of the 7th Pay Commission. This will give the government enough time for review and implementation. The end of the 7th Pay Commission is coming up on January 1, 2026; thus, timely formation is vital for the revision of salaries to the employees without any delay.