8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator 2026 Fitment Factor
Estimate your revised salary under the 8th Pay Commission. Select your pay level and current basic pay from the 7th CPC pay matrix, choose a fitment factor, pick your city for HRA and TA, and see your projected new basic, allowances and in-hand pay – with the hike over your current salary.
Salary breakup – 7th CPC vs 8th CPC (estimated)
| Component | Current (7th CPC) | Estimated (8th CPC) | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹0 |
7th CPC vs 8th CPC (estimated)
Your current gross versus the projected 8th CPC gross at the chosen fitment factor. The DA reset lowers the DA portion even as basic jumps.
Revised basic at different fitment factors
| Fitment factor | Revised basic | Est. gross (incl. allowances) | Basic hike |
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The revised basic pay is your current basic multiplied by the fitment factor; allowances are then rebuilt on that new basic. When the new pay scale begins, Dearness Allowance is typically reset to a low base and climbs again with inflation, so the gross-salary hike is smaller than the jump in basic pay alone. All figures are estimates pending the Commission’s report and the Government’s approval – treat them as scenarios, not promises.
8th Pay Commission salary hike calculator
The 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) will revise the pay of central government employees and pensioners. This 8th Pay Commission employees salary hike calculator lets you estimate your new pay before the official figures are out. Select your pay level and current basic pay from the 7th CPC pay matrix, pick a fitment factor, choose your city for HRA and TA, and instantly see your projected revised basic, allowances and gross salary, along with the percentage hike. Because the fitment factor is still under discussion, you can try different values to see the range of possible outcomes.
How much will salary increase in the 8th Pay Commission?
The honest answer to how much salary will increase in the 8th Pay Commission is: it depends on the fitment factor the government finally approves, and that has not been announced yet. Analysts widely expect an overall salary and pension hike in the region of 25–35% once the new structure and Dearness Allowance reset are accounted for. The jump in basic pay looks much larger – often over 100% – but because DA resets to a low base on the higher new basic, the increase in take-home gross is more moderate. Use the calculator above with your own level and basic pay to see your specific estimate.
What is the 8th Pay Commission fitment factor?
The 8th Pay Commission fitment factor is the single multiplier applied to your current 7th CPC basic pay to arrive at your revised basic pay under the 8th CPC. For reference, the 7th Pay Commission used a fitment factor of 2.57, which raised the minimum basic pay from ₹7,000 to ₹18,000. For the 8th CPC, no fitment factor has been officially announced. Commonly discussed estimates cluster around 1.92 to 3.15, with 2.28 the most frequently cited central estimate, while employee unions have demanded figures as high as 3.68.
| Fitment factor | Minimum basic (₹18,000 →) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| 1.92 | ₹34,560 | Low-end estimate |
| 2.28 | ₹41,040 | Most-cited estimate |
| 2.57 | ₹46,260 | Same as 7th CPC |
| 2.86 | ₹51,480 | High-end estimate |
| 3.15 | ₹56,700 | Upper estimate |
None of these is confirmed. The actual figure will be in the Commission’s report once submitted and approved by the Government.
The 7th CPC Pay Matrix and pay levels
This 8th CPC salary calculator is built on the official 7th CPC pay matrix. Every central government post maps to a pay level from Level 1 (Grade Pay 1800, entry basic ₹18,000) up to Level 18 (Cabinet Secretary / Apex, ₹2,50,000). When you pick your level, the basic-pay dropdown fills with exactly the cells available in that level’s column of the matrix – so you choose a real, valid basic pay rather than typing an arbitrary number. Your revised basic under the 8th CPC is then this value multiplied by the fitment factor.
How HRA and TA are calculated
House Rent Allowance depends on your city’s classification: X-class (metros) at 30%, Y-class (other big cities) at 20%, and Z-class (the rest) at 10% of basic pay under the current structure. Transport Allowance depends on whether you work in one of the higher-TPTA notified cities and on your pay level. Search your city in the HRA and TA boxes and the calculator applies the correct class automatically. Note that when the 8th CPC is implemented, HRA slabs may be revised (often reset to 24/16/8% and then stepped up as DA rises).
8th Pay Commission status and timeline
As of mid-2026, the 8th Pay Commission has been formally constituted (via a Gazette notification dated 3 November 2025, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai) and is in the consultation and data-collection stage. A reference date of 1 January 2026 for the revised pay is widely reported, but actual implementation is expected to be later, with arrears paid back to the effective date. The final fitment factor, pay matrix, HRA slabs and pension formula will be known only when the Commission submits its report and the Government issues its resolution.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fitment factor in the 8th Pay Commission?
It is the multiplier applied to your current 7th CPC basic pay to calculate your revised basic pay. No official figure has been announced; commonly discussed estimates range from about 1.92 to 3.15, with 2.28 most cited, and union demands up to 3.68.
How much will my salary increase under the 8th Pay Commission?
It depends on the approved fitment factor. Basic pay could rise by over 100%, but because Dearness Allowance resets to a low base on the higher new basic, the increase in gross take-home is more moderate – analysts widely estimate an overall hike of about 25–35%. Use the calculator with your level and basic pay for a personalised estimate.
How do I find my basic pay in the pay matrix?
Select your pay level in the first dropdown and the basic-pay dropdown fills with all the cells in that level’s column of the 7th CPC pay matrix. Pick the figure that matches your current basic pay. Your revised 8th CPC basic is that value multiplied by the fitment factor.
How is HRA decided by city?
HRA depends on your city’s classification – X-class metros at 30%, Y-class cities at 20% and Z-class at 10% of basic pay. Type your city in the HRA search box and the calculator applies the right class automatically.
When will the 8th Pay Commission be implemented?
A reference date of 1 January 2026 for the revised pay is widely reported, but actual implementation is expected later, likely 2027, with arrears paid back to the effective date. No implementation date has been officially notified yet.
Will DA be merged with basic pay in the 8th CPC?
The Government has stated that no proposal to merge DA with basic pay is currently under consideration. When a new pay scale is implemented, DA is typically reset to a low base and then rises again with inflation. This calculator lets you set the DA percentage to model different scenarios.