With eyes on Budget, central government employees await 8th Pay Commission update — How do DA & DR work?

With eyes on Budget, central government employees await 8th Pay Commission update — How do DA & DR work?

More than 1.1 crore central government employees and pensioners have their eyes on the Union Budget on February 1, hoping for clarity on issues that directly affect their pay and pensions. The immediate expectations are around confirmation of the next dearness allowance hike and any hint on whether the 8th Pay Commission could be rolled…

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8th Pay Commission To Revise Pensions: What It Means For Central Government Employees And Retirees

8th Pay Commission To Revise Pensions: What It Means For Central Government Employees And Retirees

Last Updated:December 04, 2025, 4:03 PM IST The Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary confirmed that pension revision is indeed a part of the 8th CPC’s mandate. The government has officially constituted the Eighth Central Pay Commission, issuing a resolution on November 3, 2025. The government has confirmed that the 8th Pay Commission (8th…

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Pension Eligibility After Compulsory Retirement: How Much Pension And Gratuity Will Govt Employees Get?

Pension Eligibility After Compulsory Retirement: How Much Pension And Gratuity Will Govt Employees Get?

New Delhi: The Department of Pension & Pensioner’s Welfare (DoPPW) under the Ministry of Personnel, PG & Pensions has issued Office Memorandum regarding Pension/Service Gratuity under Rule 44 of the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules 2021 in case of Compulsory Retirement. In the OM, the DoPPW clarified the provisions regarding compulsory retirement pension are envisaged…

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Enhanced Family Pension: Parents Of Deceased Govt Employees Must This Document For Higher Pension

Enhanced Family Pension: Parents Of Deceased Govt Employees Must This Document For Higher Pension

New Delhi: The Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare has issued an office memorandum in which it has given Clarification regarding submission of life certificates by both the parents in case of enhanced family pension payable to them. “Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has been receiving references seeking information / clarification regarding enhanced…

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8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: When Will It Be Implemented, How Much Will Salaries Of Central Govt Staff Increase?

8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: When Will It Be Implemented, How Much Will Salaries Of Central Govt Staff Increase?

Last Updated:October 16, 2025, 5:09 PM IST 8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: As the 8th Pay Commission has not been constituted yet, reports suggest that its implementation might take place in 2028. 8th Pay Commission. 8th Pay Commission Salary Hike: Central government employees are awaiting the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, as it will…

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