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8th Pay Commission latest news: One year completed, 3 key updates on salary revision, pension hike and fitment factor

8th Pay Commission latest news: One year completed, 3 key updates on salary revision, pension hike and fitment factor

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The 8th Pay Commission marked its one‑year anniversary on 3 November 2026, with three key updates focusing on salary revision, pension hike and the fitment factor. According to recent reports, the commission is about 66 % through its timeline and has entered the second half of its work. Its report, covering recommendations on pay, allowances and pension matters for central government employees and retirees, is expected by May 2027, within an 18‑month period from its constitution.

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    The 8th Pay Commission completes one year on 3 November 2026. From its constitution and stakeholder consultations to employee demands and the fitment factor debate, here are five key developments and what central government employees and pensioners can expect on salary and pension revision.

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The 8th Pay Commission completes one year on 3 November 2026. From its constitution and stakeholder consultations to employee demands and the fitment factor debate, here are five key developments and what central government employees and pensioners can expect on salary and pension revision.

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