8th Central Pay Commission: Govt Plans Notification

The Government of India has announced its decision to constitute the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC), as revealed in a response to an unstarred question in the Rajya Sabha on July 29, 2025. The announcement, made by Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary, addresses queries raised by Smt. Sagarika Ghose regarding the commission’s formation, leadership, and objectives.

The government has yet to issue an official notification for the 8th CPC, but it is actively seeking inputs from major stakeholders, including the Ministry of Defence, Ministry of Home Affairs, Department of Personnel & Training, and state governments. The notification is expected to be released in due course, marking the formal establishment of the commission.

The appointment of the Chairperson and Members of the 8th CPC will follow the issuance of the official notification. No specific timeline for these appointments has been disclosed, but the process is expected to align with the notification’s release.

The Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th CPC are still under development, with inputs being gathered from key stakeholders. The commission’s timeline for submitting its recommendations will be outlined in the ToR once finalized. The government has not provided reasons for the absence of a specific timeline at this stage, indicating that the process is in its preparatory phase.

The 8th CPC is anticipated to review and recommend changes to the salary, allowances, and pension structures for central government employees, continuing the legacy of previous pay commissions. The formation of the commission is a significant step toward addressing the financial needs of government employees amid evolving economic conditions.

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