8th Pay Commission Expected to Revise Salaries and Dearness Allowance from 2026

Discussions around the 8th Pay Commission are intensifying ahead of its expected implementation around 2026, following the 7th Pay Commission cycle ending in 2025. While no official announcement has been made, experts anticipate a significant salary revision with a fitment factor possibly between 2.5 and 2.8, potentially pushing monthly pay above Rs 1 lakh for some levels. Arrears may accumulate due to delayed implementation but retrospective effect. The slower growth of Dearness Allowance under the 7th Pay Commission could lead to a higher DA hike before the 8th panel's rollout, addressing inflation impacts on government employees' earnings.