The much-anticipated 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026, maintaining the standard 10-year cycle since the 7th Pay Commission came into effect in 2016.
In a key development, the Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the establishment of the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman is expected to announce the official implementation date in the upcoming Union Budget 2025, setting the stage for salary and pension revisions for central government employees.
With the 7th Pay Commission’s tenure concluding on January 1, 2026, the government aims to finalize the 8th Pay Commission’s recommendations well in advance to ensure a smooth transition. This move is set to benefit millions of central government employees and pensioners, providing them with a revised pay structure from January 2026.
