8th Pay Commission gets govt nod: What it means for employees, all you need to know

The Union Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission, chaired by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai. The commission will review pay structures and suggest changes, impacting nearly 50 lakh employees and 69 lakh pensioners. Recommendations are expected to take effect from January 1, 2026, with a possible salary hike of up to ₹19,000 per month.