8th Pay Commission Awaited Despite Cabinet Nod: What Is Fitment Factor and How Does It Impact Salaries?
The Union Cabinet approved the 8th Pay Commission on January 16, 2025, to revise the salary structure for central government employees. However, an official announcement detailing its implementation and terms of reference is still awaited. Currently, central employees continue to draw salaries as per the 7th Pay Commission, which was implemented in 2016.