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DPE issues Consolidated Guidelines for CPSE Gratuity 2026. Check 15/26 calculation rule, ₹20 Lakh limit, and forfeiture conditions. Download calculation formula.

🏛️ Ministry of Finance Department of Expenditure (Pay Research Unit) 🔍 ☰ 8th Pay Matrix Level 1: MTS New Basic Pay & Salary Chart (Projected 2026) Status: Projection (Based on AICPI) Target Cadre: MTS / Group D (Level 1) Current Basic: ₹18,000 (7th CPC) Expected Basic: ₹34,560 (at 1.92 Fitment) 📲 Join Official WhatsApp Channel What Changed: The Minimum Wage Battle As the 8th Pay Commission begins its deliberations, the most critical figure is the Level 1 Entry Pay (Minimum Wage). While the Unions are demanding a hike to ₹51,900 based on the 15th ILC norms (Aykroyd Formula), the government’s internal calculation based on the 1.92 Fitment Factor (DA Merger method) projects the new minimum basic pay at approximately ₹34,560. This figure will replace the current ₹18,000 for all new MTS recruits. ✅ Projection Basis Formula: Basic Pay + DA (62% Projected) + Fitment Benefit Current Status: Unions Demanding 3.68 Fitment Factor 👉 Check Pay Commission Terms The New Protocol: Level 1 Matrix The entire Level 1 Pay Matrix (Index 1 to 40) will be revised. This impacts Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), Helpers, and entry-level Group D employees. ✔ Likely Scenario (1.92 Factor) Entry Pay: ₹34,560. Logic: Merging 62% DA with...

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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.

Big news for pensioners! The 8th Pay Commission may recommend Additional Pension starting at age 65 instead of 80. Read about the new Minimum Pension and FMA hike predictions.