8th Pay Commission
Salary Calculator 2026
Estimate your revised basic pay, HRA, DA & gross salary based on fitment factor — for central government employees & pensioners
Important Disclaimer: The 8th Pay Commission was constituted on November 3, 2025 and is currently in the consultation stage. Final recommendations have not been announced. All salary figures shown below are projected estimates only — not official government figures. Refer to dopt.gov.in for official updates.
8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator
The 8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator helps central government employees quickly estimate their revised salary after the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) is implemented. Simply enter your current basic pay, select your pay level, choose a fitment factor scenario, and get an instant breakdown of your new basic pay, HRA, Transport Allowance, and gross salary.
The 8th Pay Commission was formally constituted by the Government of India on November 3, 2025 and is expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026. The fitment factor — the multiplier used to revise basic pay — is the most critical variable. Multiple proposals are currently on the table, ranging from 1.84× (conservative) to 3.83× (NCJCM proposal).
New HRA = New Basic Pay × HRA rate (24% / 16% / 8%)
DA merges into basic pay → resets to 0% on implementation
Gross Salary = New Basic + New HRA + Transport Allowance
Compare all fitment factor scenarios
| Fitment factor | New basic pay | Gross salary | Hike vs current |
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What is the 8th Pay Commission fitment factor?
The fitment factor is a multiplier applied to the existing basic pay of central government employees to calculate the revised pay under the 8th Pay Commission. It is the single most important number in the 8th CPC salary revision — a higher fitment factor means a bigger salary hike for all government employees.
Under the 7th Pay Commission (2016), the fitment factor was 2.57×, which raised the minimum basic pay from ₹7,000 to ₹18,000. For the 8th Pay Commission, several fitment factor proposals are under discussion — from a conservative 1.84× to the NCJCM’s ambitious proposal of 3.83×, which would raise minimum pay to approximately ₹69,000.
The final fitment factor will be decided by the 8th Pay Commission panel after reviewing inflation rates, fiscal capacity of the government, and cost of living data. Central government employees across all departments — including Railways, Defence civilians, CPWD, postal employees, and secretariat staff — will benefit once the revised pay structure is notified.
Pay commission history — fitment factors over the years
| Pay Commission | Year | Fitment Factor | Minimum Basic Pay | Salary Increase |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Pay Commission | 1986 | 1.57× | ₹750 | ~27% |
| 5th Pay Commission | 1996 | 1.86× | ₹2,550 | ~40% |
| 6th Pay Commission | 2006 | 1.86× | ₹7,000 | ~40% |
| 7th Pay Commission | 2016 | 2.57× | ₹18,000 | ~23.55% |
| 8th Pay Commission Expected 2026 | 2026 | 1.84× – 3.83× (proposed) | ₹26,000 – ₹69,000 (est.) | 30% – 110%+ (est.) |
Frequently asked questions — 8th Pay Commission
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented with effect from January 1, 2026. The commission was formally constituted on November 3, 2025. Final recommendations are pending submission and government approval. Arrears will be payable from the date of implementation once the revised pay structure is officially notified.
The fitment factor for the 8th Pay Commission is expected to range between 1.84× and 3.83× based on various proposals. The NCJCM (National Council JCM) has proposed 3.83×, which would raise minimum pay from ₹18,000 to ₹69,000. The government’s own projection suggests around 2.28×. The final factor will be decided after the commission submits its report.
Yes. The existing Dearness Allowance (DA), projected to be around 61% by January 2026, is expected to be merged with basic pay when the 8th Pay Commission is implemented. After the merger, DA will reset to 0% on the new revised basic pay and will start accumulating again from implementation date. However, some reports suggest the government may not merge DA — the final decision is awaited.
Under the 8th Pay Commission, House Rent Allowance (HRA) is calculated as a percentage of the revised basic pay. Current 7th CPC rates are 24% (X cities), 16% (Y cities), and 8% (Z cities). The NCJCM has proposed revised rates of 40%, 35%, and 30% for X, Y, and Z cities respectively. Our calculator uses the current 7th CPC rates applied to the revised basic pay as a baseline estimate.
The 8th Pay Commission is expected to benefit approximately 50.14 lakh (5 million) serving central government employees and 69 lakh (6.9 million) pensioners across India. This includes employees from all central government ministries, departments, Railways, Defence (civilians), CPWD, India Post, and central police organisations.
The 7th Pay Commission (implemented 2016) used a fitment factor of 2.57× and set the minimum pay at ₹18,000. The 8th Pay Commission (expected 2026) is proposed with a higher fitment factor (1.84× to 3.83×) to account for 10 years of inflation. The 8th CPC is also expected to simplify the pay matrix by merging some levels and may revise the annual increment rate from 3% to 6%.
Yes. The 8th Pay Commission covers both serving employees and pensioners. Pensions will be revised using the same fitment factor applied to the last drawn basic pay. The current minimum pension of ₹9,000 (under 7th CPC) is expected to rise to ₹20,500 – ₹25,740 depending on the final fitment factor. Dearness Relief (DR) will also reset to 0% after implementation.
This calculator is designed for central government employees covered under the 8th Central Pay Commission. State government employees are governed by their respective State Pay Commissions, which usually follow central recommendations with some modifications. Bank employees are covered under the IBA wage revision process — not the CPC.