Date: June 15, 2026
Memorandum Deadline Today
Central Government employee unions are making a final push today as the deadline for submitting memorandums regarding the 8th Pay Commission expires. The joint action committees have emphasized the need for a significant revision in the pay structure to account for inflation and economic shifts.
Proposed Minimum Pay and Fitment Factor
The primary demand centers around increasing the minimum basic pay to ₹52,600. Unions are proposing various fitment factors to achieve a fair wage distribution across all levels.
Comparison of Proposed Fitment Factors
| Fitment Factor | Proposed Minimum Pay | Increase Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| 2.57 (Current) | ₹18,000 | – |
| 3.15 | ₹46,000 | ~155% |
| 3.68 (Demanded) | ₹52,600 | ~192% |
Next Steps
Following the submission of these memorandums, the government is expected to review the proposals. Employees across the country are closely watching the developments as the 8th Pay Commission will determine the financial future of millions of central government workers and pensioners.
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