Central government employees await their 8th Pay Commission Salary revisions. The fitment factor multiplies existing basic pay to set a new basic. Three factors—2.08, 2.57 and 2.86—apply to Grade Pay levels of ₹1 800, ₹2 800, ₹5 400 and ₹8 700. Revised basic pay drives updates to House Rent Allowance, Transport Allowance, National Pension System deductions and CGHS charges.
8th Pay Commission Salary Projections
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Fitment Factors | 2.08 • 2.57 • 2.86 |
| Grade Pays Examined | ₹1 800 |
| Base Pay Range | ₹20 900 to ₹1 55 900 |
| House Rent Allowance | 24 % of revised basic |
| Transport Allowance | ₹1 350 to ₹7 200 based on rank |
| NPS Deduction | 10 % of (basic + DA) |
| CGHS Charge | ₹520 to ₹2 860 per month |
| Net Gain Example | Grade Pay 1 800 at 2.86 factor: from ₹50 388 to ₹68 777 |
How the Fitment Factor Works
Fitment factors uplift basic pay:
- 2.08: Modest rise for budget balance
- 2.57: Balanced increase for cost pressures
- 2.86: Higher boost to meet inflation
Revised basic leads to recalculated allowances and deductions.
8th Pay Commission Salary Allowances and Deductions Explained
House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- Computed at 24 % of the revised basic pay.
Transport Allowance (TA)
- Fixed monthly amounts from ₹1 350 to ₹7 200 based on rank.
National Pension System (NPS)
- Employee contribution of 10 % on (basic + DA), with a matching 14 % government share.
CGHS Charge
- Monthly deduction ranging from ₹520 to ₹2 860, linked to grade pay.
Sample Projection: Grade Pay ₹1 800
Current basic pay ₹20 900. Revised net pay:
| Fitment | Basic Pay | HRA | TA | Gross | NPS | CGHS | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.08 | 43 472 | 10 433 | 1 350 | 55 255 | 4 347 | 520 | 50 388 |
| 2.57 | 53 713 | 12 891 | 1 350 | 67 954 | 5 371 | 643 | 61 940 |
| 2.86 | 59 774 | 14 346 | 1 350 | 75 470 | 5 977 | 715 | 68 777 |
Net pay rises by over ₹18 000 from factor 2.08 to 2.86.
Grade Pay ₹2 800 Projections
Starting at ₹28 800, net salaries:
- 2.08: ₹71 371
- 2.57: ₹87 336
- 2.86: ₹96 785
Difference exceeds ₹25 000 monthly.
Grade Pay ₹5 400 Projections
With basic ₹61 300, net pay:
- 2.08: ₹151 203
- 2.57: ₹185 126
- 2.86: ₹205 204
Rise over ₹54 000 at highest factor.
Grade Pay ₹8 700 Projections
For basic ₹1 02 300:
- 2.08: ₹314 799
- 2.57: ₹387 262
- 2.86: ₹430 148
Increase over ₹115 000 monthly.
8th Pay Commission Salary Impact on Employees
- Higher basic pay improves pensionable salary.
- Increased HRA reflects rent inflation.
- Fixed TA supports commuting costs.
- NPS contributions grow retirement funds.
- CGHS deductions maintain health coverage.
Preparing for the Revision
Employees should:
- Identify current grade pay.
- Apply each fitment factor to basic pay.
- Calculate HRA and TA on revised basic.
- Deduct NPS and CGHS amounts.
- Compare scenarios to plan budgets.
Frequently Asked Questions
It multiplies basic pay to determine the revised basic.
At 24 % of the revised basic pay.
No. TA remains fixed by rank.
10 % of (basic + DA) from employee.
Monthly deductions from ₹520 to ₹2 860 based on grade.
The 8th Pay Commission revisions use fitment factors to raise salaries for Grade Pay levels of ₹1 800, ₹2 800, ₹5 400 and ₹8 700. Fitment factors of 2.08, 2.57 and 2.86 yield substantial net pay gains, aligning earnings with living costs.
8th Pay Commission Salary Disclaimer
Figures are estimates based on projected fitment factors and allowance rules. Final pay scales depend on official government notification.
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