8th Pay Commission: Big Update! Fitment Factor Set Between 1.92 to 2.57? Check Expected Salary Hike for Central Govt Employees

A major update on the 8th Pay Commission has sparked curiosity among over 1 crore central government employees and pensioners. With its implementation on the horizon, the biggest question remains—how much will salaries increase? The key factor driving this change is the fitment factor, expected to range between 1.92 to 2.57. This adjustment will directly impact employees across Level 1 to Level 10, bringing significant changes to their earnings. Here’s a detailed look at what this means for government employees.

How Much Salary Will Increase with a Fitment Factor of 1.92?

It is expected that the 8th Pay Commission will be implemented by January 2026. If the fitment factor is 1.92, then there will be a significant increase in salaries. Under this factor, the salary of Level-1 employees is expected to reach ₹34,560, while for Level-2 employees, it may increase to ₹38,208. Similarly, the salary of Level-3 employees could rise to ₹41,664, and for Level-4 employees, it is expected to reach ₹48,960. Employees at Level-10 could see their salaries increase up to ₹1,07,712.

How Much Salary Will Increase with a Fitment Factor of 2.08?

If the fitment factor is 2.08, employees can expect a higher salary hike. Under this calculation, the salary of Level-1 employees may increase to ₹37,440, while Level-2 employees could see their salaries rise to ₹41,392. The expected salary for Level-3 employees could be ₹45,136, whereas for Level-4 employees, it may go up to ₹53,040. The highest expected salary increase will be for Level-10 employees, who may see their salaries rise up to ₹1,16,668.

How Much Salary Will Increase with a Fitment Factor of 2.28?

If the fitment factor is 2.28, employees will witness an even bigger salary hike. With this factor, the salary of Level-1 employees could go up to ₹41,040, while Level-2 employees may get a salary of ₹45,372. The salary of Level-3 employees is expected to increase to ₹48,476, and for Level-4 employees, it could rise to ₹58,140. For Level-10 employees, the expected salary increase could go up to ₹1,27,908.

How Much Salary Will Increase with a Fitment Factor of 2.57?

If the fitment factor is 2.57, there will be a substantial salary increase. Under this factor, the salary of Level-1 employees could rise to ₹46,270, while Level-2 employees may see an increase up to ₹51,143. The salary of Level-3 employees could go up to ₹55,769, and for Level-4 employees, it may reach ₹1,00,000. The maximum salary increase is expected for Level-10 employees, where salaries could go up to ₹1,44,177.

However, the government has not yet announced the final fitment factor for the 8th Pay Commission. Employees and pensioners are eagerly waiting for further updates on salary hikes.