Submission of Agenda Items for Consideration in the Upcoming 35th Meeting of the Standing Committee of Voluntary Agencies (SCOVA) under the Chairmanship of the Hon’ble MOS (PP)
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Friday, 31 October 2025
Re-categorization of Private Secretary (PS) Cadre in Department of Posts
Re-categorization of Private Secretary (PS) Cadre in Department of Posts
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Regarding revision of charges for ATM transactions on ATM outlets of other banks. - Directorate Lr dtd 30/10/2025
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Thursday, 30 October 2025
8th Pay Commission: What Experts and Unions Are Saying About the Terms of Reference
8th Pay Commission: What Experts and Unions Are Saying About the Terms of Reference
With the Union Cabinet formally approving the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC), the discussion has shifted from “Will there be a new commission?” to “What exactly will it do — and how will it affect government employees and pensioners?”
While the announcement itself made headlines, a second wave of commentary has followed — not about the approval, but about what lies inside the ToR. Economists, unions, and policy analysts are examining the implications of phrases like “unfunded costs of non-contributory pensions”, the ToR’s perceived rigidity, and the larger fiscal message it sends. Here’s a compilation of some of the most insightful analyses published after the ToR was cleared.
Inclusion of Unfunded Pension Costs Raises Concern
Source: The New Indian Express
The New Indian Express highlights growing unease over the inclusion of the phrase “unfunded costs of non-contributory pensions” in the ToR. Many view it as a subtle signal that the Commission could be asked to examine the long-term financial burden of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) and possibly recommend measures to limit it. Experts quoted in the article fear this may pave the way for structural changes that could affect defined-benefit pensions of current retirees.
Unions Call the ToR ‘Rigid’ and Narrow in Scope
Source: The Hindu
According to The Hindu, the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) has criticised the ToR as being too rigid and focused mainly on expenditure control rather than welfare. The union argues that the ToR fails to include contract and outsourced workers and restricts the Commission from taking a broader, progressive view of public-sector compensation. It warns that such a narrow mandate may limit the 8th CPC’s ability to bring meaningful changes in pay and service conditions.
Opinion: A Broader Economic Message Behind the ToR
Source: LiveMint
In an analytical piece for LiveMint, the author places the ToR within the wider framework of India’s fiscal and employment policy. The commentary argues that the Commission’s mandate reflects a balancing act — rewarding employees while maintaining fiscal prudence. It explores how the ToR ties government pay and pensions to GDP growth, job creation, and public-service productivity, suggesting that the 8th CPC could mark a shift from pure pay revision toward performance-linked public employment reform.
The Waiting Game: Implementation May Take Years
Source: Financial Express —
Financial Express reports that even with the ToR approved, employees and pensioners might not see the benefits until 2028. Drawing parallels with previous Commissions, the article outlines how report preparation, consultations, and subsequent government approval often take several years. It also warns that pay and pension adjustments might only come into effect from January 2026, but with delayed financial impact due to the review and budgetary process.
Allowance Restructuring Likely Under ToR Mandate
Source: Financial Express
Another detailed report from Financial Express examines how the ToR empowers the Commission to review and rationalise allowances — a key part of the total pay package. The article notes that fixed medical allowance, HRA, and transport allowance could be restructured or merged to simplify the system and curb redundancy. Experts suggest this could mean fewer allowances but possibly better alignment with inflation and performance metrics.
Who Exactly Is Covered by the 8th CPC?
Source: Financial Express
This piece delves into the scope of coverage indicated by the ToR. It explains that the 8th CPC will examine pay and pension structures for civilian central government employees and pensioners, but the inclusion of certain other categories — such as contract staff, daily-wage workers, and defence personnel — remains uncertain. The ambiguity has led to calls from various quarters for explicit inclusion of all government-linked workers under the Commission’s purview.
Conclusion
The post-approval debate on the 8th CPC ToR reveals one clear pattern — it’s no longer about whether salaries will rise, but how and at what cost. From pension liabilities and fiscal implications to allowance reforms and inclusion gaps, each of these discussions underscores that the Commission’s work will shape not only employee benefits but also the government’s long-term financial policy.
For government employees, pensioners, and policymakers alike, the ToR is more than administrative paperwork — it’s a roadmap that hints at the economic and political priorities of the coming years.
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Clarification regarding categories of officials eligible for Meghdoot Awards 2025
Clarification regarding categories of officials eligible for Meghdoot Awards 2025
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Redesignation and revision of duties & responsibilities of Members, Postal Services Board in the Department of Posts
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Expression of Deep Resentment and Concern over the Omission of Pensioners; Interests in the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission
Expression of Deep Resentment and Concern over the Omission of Pensioners; Interests in the Terms of Reference for the 8th Central Pay Commission
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Wednesday, 29 October 2025
8वें वेतन आयोग के गठन को मंजूरी,
8वें वेतन आयोग के गठन को मंजूरी,
जानिये कब होगा लागू और कितनी होगी सैलरी. केंद्रीय मंत्रिमंडल ने आठवें वेतन आयोग के अधिकार और कार्यों की रूपरेखा तय कर दी है. आइए जानते हैं इससे जुड़ी 10 बड़ी बातें.
8th Pay Commission: केंद्र सरकार ने आठवें वेतन आयोग को मंजूरी देकर लाखों सरकारी कर्मचारियों और पेंशनभोगियों के लिए एक ऐतिहासिक घोषणा की है। प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी की अध्यक्षता वाली कैबिनेट ने इस आयोग के नियमों और शर्तों को स्वीकृति प्रदान की है, जिससे केंद्रीय कर्मचारियों, रक्षा कर्मियों और पेंशनर्स को लाभ मिलेगा। आयोग अगले 18 महीनों में अपनी सिफारिशें पेश करेगा। कैबिनेट से मंजूरी मिलने के साथ ही केंद्रीय कर्मचारियों और पेंशनभोगियों के वेतन और पेंशन में वृद्धि निश्चित हो गई है। सरकार ने आयोग के अधिकार क्षेत्र और कार्यों की रूपरेखा निर्धारित कर दी है, जिससे इस महत्वपूर्ण सुधार प्रक्रिया का मार्ग प्रशस्त हुआ है।
आठवें वेतन आयोग को कैबिनेट में मंजूरी मिलने का मतलब है अब केंद्र सरकार के कर्मचारियों और पेंशनर्स की सैलेरी में इजाफा होना तय है. इसके लिए केंद्रीय मंत्रिमंडल ने आठवें वेतन आयोग के अधिकार और कार्यों की रूपरेखा तय कर दी है. आइए जानते हैं इससे जुड़ी 10 बड़ी बातें.
1. आयोग का गठन
आयोग की अध्यक्षता सुप्रीम कोर्ट की पूर्व न्यायाधीश रंजना प्रकाश देसाई करेंगी। आयोग के अन्य सदस्यों में IIM बेंगलुरु के प्रोफेसर पुलक घोष और पेट्रोलियम एवं प्राकृतिक गैस मंत्रालय के सचिव पंकज जैन शामिल होंगे, जो एक विविध और विशेषज्ञ टीम का निर्माण करते हैं।
2. कार्यान्वयन की समयसीमा
हालांकि आयोग की संपूर्ण प्रक्रिया 2027 तक पूरी होने की उम्मीद है, लेकिन कर्मचारियों को 1 जनवरी 2026 से इसका लाभ मिलना शुरू हो जाएगा। वेतन वृद्धि की राशि बकाया के रूप में कर्मचारियों के खातों में जमा कराई जाएगी।
3. व्यापक प्रभाव
इस निर्णय से लगभग 50 लाख केंद्रीय कर्मचारियों और 65 लाख पेंशनभोगियों को सीधा लाभ मिलेगा। आयोग के लागू होने के बाद मूल वेतन में significant वृद्धि होना तय माना जा रहा है।
4. वेतन गणना का आधार
वेतन संरचना में ‘फिटमेंट फैक्टर’ एक महत्वपूर्ण भूमिका निभाएगा। ऐतिहासिक रूप से, छठे वेतन आयोग में न्यूनतम मूल वेतन 7,000 रुपये था, जो सातवें आयोग में बढ़कर 18,000 रुपये हो गया। आठवें आयोग में फिटमेंट फैक्टर के माध्यम से मूल वेतन में और वृद्धि की जाएगी।
5. फिटमेंट फैक्टर की भूमिका
फिटमेंट फैक्टर एक गुणक है जिसे मौजूदा मूल वेतन से गुणा करके नया वेतन निर्धारित किया जाता है। हालांकि अंतिम फिटमेंट फैक्टर अभी तय नहीं हुआ है, विभिन्न रिपोर्ट्स में इसके 1.92 से 2.86 तक होने की संभावना जताई जा रही है, जिसमें 1.96 सबसे अधिक चर्चा में है। फिटमेंट फैक्टर तय करने के लिए आयोग 01.01.2026 के डीए दर, एक्राएड फामूले के तहत प्रति परिवार खर्च तथा देश के अन्य संस्थाओं के वेतन दर को ध्यान में रखती है।
6. वेतन गणना का उदाहरण
वर्तमान में लेवल-1 के कर्मचारियों का मूल वेतन 18,000 रुपये है। यदि 1.96 के फिटमेंट फैक्टर को मान लिया जाए, तो नया मूल वेतन 18,000 x 1.96 = 35,280 रुपये हो जाएगा। इसी प्रकार लेवल-1 से लेवल-18 तक के सभी कर्मचारियों के वेतन में substantial वृद्धि देखने को मिलेगी। दिनांक 01.01.2026 को अनुमानित मंहगाई भत्ते की दर एवं अन्य संभावित फिटमेंट फैक्टर की दर से न्यूनतम सैलरी की गणना दिये गये इमेज के अनुसार गणना की जा सकती है:-
7. प्रभावी तिथि
केंद्रीय मंत्री अश्विनी वैष्णव के अनुसार, सिफारिशों की विशिष्ट कार्यान्वयन तिथि अंतरिम रिपोर्ट आने के बाद तय की जाएगी, लेकिन संभावना है कि यह 1 जनवरी, 2026 से प्रभावी होगी।
8. पृष्ठभूमि
केंद्र सरकार ने जनवरी 2025 में ही आठवें वेतन आयोग के गठन को सैद्धांतिक मंजूरी दे दी थी, जिसके बाद से कर्मचारी संगठन लगातार इसके शीघ्र गठन की मांग कर रहे थे।
9. आयोग का दायरा
आयोग केंद्रीय कर्मचारियों के वेतन, भत्तों और पेंशन संरचना की व्यापक समीक्षा करेगा और मुद्रास्फीति को ध्यान में रखते हुए वेतन ढांचे में संशोधन की सिफारिश करेगा।
10. ऐतिहासिक संदर्भ
इससे पहले, सातवें वेतन आयोग की सिफारिशें जनवरी 2015 से लागू हुई थीं, जिसने पिछले दशक में सरकारी कर्मचारियों के वित्तीय हितों में महत्वपूर्ण सुधार किया था।
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Promotion and posting of Higher Administrative Grade+ (HAG+) [Member, Postal Services Board]
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Tuesday, 28 October 2025
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About Members of the 8th Pay Commission
About Members of the 8th Pay Commission
Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai is a former judge of the Supreme Court of India. She served as a judge of the Supreme Court from 13 September 2011 to 29 October 2014. Now, she has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Power Appellate Tribunal and assumed the post on 1 December 2014.
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Shri Pankaj Jain is an IAS officer of the 1990 batch, He is an alumnus of Shri Ram College of Commerce from where he has a Bachelor’s degree in Commerce followed by an MBA from FMS Delhi. He is also Associate of the Institute of Cost Accountants of India
*Prof Pulak Ghosh, Professor, IIM, Bengaluru will be Member (Part Time)*
Pulak Ghosh is IIMB Chair of Excellence and Professor of Decision Sciences at the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore (IIMB). He is a member of Center of Public Policy at IIMb. Prior to Joining IIMB, he was a Professor at the Georgia State University and Emory University, Atlanta, USA. He was also senior associate Director for Novartis Pharmaceuticals, USA. He has a Phd, Msc., Bsc in Statistics. He was named as the "top 10 most Influential Analytics Leader" in 2015 and was the only academician in the list. He has been named as the top 5 indian data Scientist in the WORLD, by techradar. His rise from Assistant to Full Professor in mere 8 years is widely considered in the top 5 fastest in the history of Statistics, Analytics and Marketing globally.
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