The Central Government has approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, bringing hope to millions of government employees expecting a salary increase. The Pay Commission reviews and revises the salary structure of central government employees approximately every ten years. While many employees are looking forward to a significant pay raise, some will not be covered under this new pay revision.
Who Will Not Benefit from the 8th Pay Commission?
Not all government employees will receive a salary hike under the 8th Pay Commission. The following categories are excluded from its recommendations:
1. Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) Employees
Employees working in government-owned corporations and companies have a separate salary structure. Their wages are determined by their respective pay policies and boards, so they will not be affected by the 8th Pay Commission.
2. Autonomous Bodies
Institutions that function independently under government funding have their own salary rules. Employees in these organizations will not receive salary revisions through the Pay Commission.
3. Judges of the High Court and Supreme Court
The salary and benefits of judges are determined by separate laws and constitutional provisions. Their pay structure does not come under the Pay Commission, so they will not see any changes from the 8th Pay Commission recommendations.
Expected Salary Hike Under the 8th Pay Commission
For eligible government employees, the salary increase will depend on two key factors:
1. Fitment Factor
The fitment factor is a multiplier applied to the existing basic pay to determine the new salary. Reports suggest that the fitment factor in the 8th Pay Commission could range from 1.92 to 2.86, leading to a major salary revision.
For example, if the current basic pay of a government employee is ₹15,500 and the fitment factor is 2.57, then the revised salary will be:
₹15,500 × 2.57 = ₹39,835
This increase will provide better financial stability to employees.
2. Revised Allowances
Apart from salary revision, the House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and Dearness Allowance (DA) may also increase, further benefiting employees under the 8th Pay Commission.
Conclusion
The 8th Pay Commission will bring a much-awaited salary increase for government employees. However, employees of PSUs, autonomous bodies, and the judiciary will not be covered. The expected fitment factor increase will determine the final salary hike, with a significant jump in basic pay. Employees can look forward to better financial security and improved living standards under the new pay structure.
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