The 8th Pay Commission is considering new 'fitment factors' to revise central government salaries. Proposals from unions range from 3.0 to 3.25, potentially raising basic pay by 66 per cent. For those earning under INR 50,000, 20-month arrears could reach INR 15 lakh. Though not yet finalised, changes are expected to be effective from January 1, 2026.