Pensioners Corner 2026
PENSION REVISION HIGHLIGHTS
Projected Minimum Pension & Fitment Factor
(From ₹9,000 to ₹21,600? Full Analysis)
New Delhi (Pension Desk): With the 8th Pay Commission officially constituted, the primary focus has shifted to the 68 Lakh Central Government Pensioners. The core demand is the revision of the Minimum Pension from the current ₹9,000/month to a figure that reflects the inflation of the last decade.
📉 The Fitment Factor Equation
Just like serving employees, Pensioners’ revision depends on the “Fitment Factor.”
Current (7th CPC): 2.57x
Proposed (8th CPC): 1.92x (Minimum) to 2.86x (Union Demand).
projected Pension Matrix (2026)
| Category | 7th CPC (Current) | 8th CPC (Expected) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Pension | ₹ 9,000 | ₹ 21,600* |
| Minimum Family Pension | ₹ 9,000 | ₹ 21,600* |
| Additional Pension | 20% after 80 Years | 5% after 65 Years** |
*Calculation based on projected minimum wage of ₹26,000.
**Parliamentary Committee has recommended “Additional Pension” starting from age 65.
💡 Advisory for Pensioners (Important Notes):
- No Commutation Recovery: The revision of pension happens on the “Basic Pension” (Full Pension). The commuted portion which is deducted every month will NOT increase. It remains fixed as per the old order.
- Life Certificate: Ensure your Jeevan Pramaan is updated. The 8th Pay Commission arrears will only be credited to active accounts.
- Fixed Medical Allowance (FMA): For pensioners residing in non-CGHS areas, FMA is expected to rise from ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month.