8th Central Pay Commission: Modi Cabinet Approves Guidelines Set to Benefit 50 Lakh Employees and 69 Lakh Pensioners

Oct 28, 2025 11:51 pm CST

The Union Cabinet under PM Modi has approved guidelines for the 8th Central Pay Commission, which will impact 50 lakh central government employees and 69 lakh pensioners. The Commission, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desi, will submit its report within 18 months with implementation likely from January 2026. The recommendations will consider economic conditions, fiscal prudence, and impacts on state finances.