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DoPT Rules for Pay Fixation of Re-employed Ex-Servicemen 2026. Know the ₹15,000 ignorable pension limit for Officers and full exemption for PBORs.

LTC Block 2026-29 starts Jan 1. Learn how to claim 2 trips in 2026 using the Grace Period rule. Check Air Travel validity and Fresh Recruit norms.

8th Pay Commission: Important Updates for Jan 1, 2026 Implementation As we stand just 48 hours away from the conclusion of the 7th Pay Commission cycle on December 31, 2025, millions of central government employees and pensioners are shifting their focus toward the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC). While the government has already initiated the procedural groundwork, many questions remain regarding the actual salary credit and the fitment factor. The Effective Date and Arrears Timeline Historically, Pay Commissions in India operate on a 10-year cycle. Following the precedent of the 7th CPC (implemented Jan 1, 2016), the 8th Pay Commission is officially set to take effect from January 1, 2026. However, it is important for readers to understand that the revised salary will not likely appear in January paychecks. The 8th CPC panel, headed by Justice (Retd.) Ranjana Prakash Desai, has a typical timeframe of 18 months to submit its final report. Therefore, actual disbursements are realistically expected in FY 2026-27. The crucial takeaway is that all central employees and pensioners will be entitled to arrears dating back to January 1, 2026, regardless of when the payout occurs. Current Status: What has the Cabinet Approved? As of late December...

Can Govt recover wrong salary after years? Check DoPT Recovery of Excess Payment Rules 2026 (Rafiq Masih case). Protection for Group C, D & Retirees explained.

India Post revises MTS Induction Training Syllabus 2026. Digital skills and soft skills added. Check the comparison of old vs new modules and reporting draft.

Central Staffing Scheme (CSS) 2026 nominations are now live. Admin Central Pay Commission provides the guide for Group A officers to apply for deputation through the SUPREMO portal.