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8th Central Pay Commission
National Council (JCM) Update
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8th Pay Commission
Meeting Date Confirmed: Feb 25
Finally! 8th Pay Commission Meeting Date Fixed: JCM to Finalize Demands on Feb 25
- Meeting Date: February 25, 2026
- Agenda: Finalizing Salary Hike Demands
- Fitment Factor: Demand for 3.25x (Minimum Pay ₹32,500)
- Participants: NC-JCM & Employee Unions
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The Date is Set!
In a massive development for 48 lakh central government employees and 68 lakh pensioners, the roadmap for the 8th Pay Commission has officially begun. The National Council (Staff Side) of the Joint Consultative Machinery (JCM) has scheduled a high-level meeting in New Delhi on February 25, 2026 to finalize the “Common Charter of Demands”.
Simple Explanation: What Does This Mean for You?
Government rules can be confusing. Here is a simplified breakdown of the terms used in this meeting and how they affect your bank account:
1. What is JCM?
Think of the JCM (Joint Consultative Machinery) as your “Lawyer” or “Representative”. It is a group of union leaders (from Railways, Post, Defence, etc.) who talk to the Government on your behalf. On Feb 25, they are meeting to agree on exactly how much salary hike to ask for.
2. What is “Fitment Factor”?
This is simply a “Multiplier”.
Example:
If your Basic Pay is ₹100 and the Fitment Factor is 2.0, your New Pay becomes ₹200.
Currently, the JCM wants a 3.25x Multiplier. If accepted, a Basic Pay of ₹18,000 will jump to approx ₹58,500 (Calculation: 18,000 x 3.25).
3. What happens next?
After this meeting, the JCM will submit a “Memorandum” (List of Demands) to the Chairman of the Pay Commission. The Commission will study it and then submit a final report to the Government.
What Are the Unions Demanding?
Ahead of the Feb 25 meeting, major unions (including Railways and Post) have already prepared their draft proposals. The numbers look promising:
| Component | Current (7th CPC) | Expected Demand (8th CPC) |
|---|---|---|
| Fitment Factor | 2.57 | 3.25 (Proposed) |
| Minimum Basic Pay | ₹18,000 | ₹32,500 (Approx) |
| Annual Increment | 3% | 5% (New Demand) |
| Old Pension (OPS) | Not Available | Top Priority Issue |
The Timeline Ahead
“Feb 01, 2026: Union Budget (Allocations for Commission Office).
Feb 25, 2026: JCM Meeting to Finalize Demands.
Mar 2026: Submission of Memo to Chairman.
Expected Implementation: Jan 2027 (Retrospective from Jan 2026).”
Frequently Asked Questions
Will 8th Pay Commission be announced in Budget 2026?
While the Commission has technically been constituted, the Union Budget on Feb 1 may allocate the operational funds for its office. However, the actual hike announcements will only come after the Commission submits its report (likely in 12-18 months).
What is the 5% Increment demand?
Currently, employees get a 3% annual increment on Basic Pay. Unions are arguing that with high inflation, this should be increased to 5% per year to prevent salary stagnation.
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