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Govt approves Wage Revision for PSGIC, NABARD & RBI. Check 17% Salary Hike chart, Family Pension update, and Arrears calculation from Aug 2022.

Retiring in 2026? Check TA on Retirement Rules. CTG = 80% of Basic Pay. Transport rates hiked by 25% due to DA. Download claim form & calculator.

The Horizon of 2026: What to Expect from the 8th Pay Commission (And How to Calculate Your Future Salary Today) For millions of Central Government employees, State Government staff, Railway personnel, Defense forces, and pensioners across India, the wait between Pay Commissions is a period of anticipation and financial speculation. The 7th Central Pay Commission (CPC) was implemented back in 2016. As we approach the 10-year cycle mark, all eyes are now turning toward the 8th Pay Commission, widely expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026. Welcome to central8thpaycommission.com. We have launched this platform with a singular goal: to cut through the noise, rumors, and complex jargon to provide you with the most accurate projections, news, and tools regarding your future salary hike. Why the 8th Pay Commission is Crucial In the decade since the last pay revision, inflation has significantly impacted the cost of living. The Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (CPI-IW), which dictates Dearness Allowance (DA), has seen a steady rise. While DA helps offset inflation to an extent, a full Pay Commission is necessary to reset the Basic Pay structure, revise allowances (like HRA and Transport Allowance), and ensure that government salaries remain competitive and...

Confederation announces strike on Feb 12, 2026, demanding 8th CPC ToR modification. Check "Dies Non" salary loss rules and DoPT warning here.

Dept of Posts orders revision of MTS Induction Training (STP) 2026. New syllabus to include Digital Skills, PoS, and Safety modules. Read the circular details here.

Cancelled your LTC trip due to office work? You can claim 100% reimbursement for ticket cancellation charges. Learn the DoPT rules for 2026 and the 24-hour justification rule.