8TH PAY COMMISSION PENSION REVISION
Minimum Pension, Fitment Factor & DR Merger 2026
As of January 2026, the 8th Pay Commission has proposed a massive restructuring of the pension for nearly 6.8 million Central Government retirees. The primary objective of this revision is to restore the purchasing power of senior citizens by merging the existing Dearness Relief (DR) and applying a new fitment multiplier to the basic pension.
Statutory Anchor:
Governed by the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 and the 8th CPC recommendations effective from Jan 1, 2026.
Pension Revision Matrix (Expected)
| Pension Component | 7th CPC (Current) | 8th CPC (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Pension | ₹ 9,000 | ₹ 22,500 – ₹ 25,740 |
| Fitment Factor | 2.57 | 1.92 – 2.86 |
| Dearness Relief (DR) | 62% (Projected) | Merged (Resets to 0%) |
How to Calculate Your Revised Pension?
The 8th Pay Commission pension is calculated using the following Derived (Indicative) formula:
Example: If Basic Pension is ₹30,000 and Fitment is 2.86:
₹30,000 × 2.86 = ₹85,800 (New Basic Pension)
Calculate your total 8th CPC Pension & Arrears!
🔍 Forensic Audit (Negative Points):
- Delayed Notification: Implementation may take 12-18 months, leading to high tax liability on lump-sum arrears.
- Fitment Variance: If the government adopts a lower fitment factor (e.g. 1.92), the real increase after merging DR may be marginal.
- Data Accuracy: All figures are Derived (Indicative Estimate) until official gazette notification.