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When will the arrears be received?
Even if the report is submitted within 18 months, it may still take more time to implement. However, whenever the government approves the recommendations, the arrears are likely to be calculated from January 1, 2026.
According to an India Today report, CA Manish Mishra, Founder, GenZCFO, said, “The arrears are likely to be calculated from January 1, 2026, which is the last date fixed for the 7th Pay Commission, even if the payment is made only after the commission’s recommendations are accepted.”
How much will the salary increase?
Nothing can be said yet about how much salary will increase under the Eighth Pay Commission. There was an average increase of about 40 percent in the Sixth Pay Commission. Under the 7th Pay Commission, a uniform fitment factor of 2.57 was fixed and the average salary increased by 20–35 percent. Under the 8th Pay Commission, the salary is expected to increase by 20 to 35 percent.
According to fitment factor 2.4 to 3.0, the minimum basic salary can increase from Rs 18 thousand to around Rs 30 to 32 thousand. At the same time, if 3.25 fitment factor is implemented, then the salary of Rs 18 thousand will increase to Rs 58,500. Most of the employee representatives are demanding 3.25 fitment factor.
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