Government employees and central government employees are eagerly awaiting the Eighth Pay Commission's recommendations and new salary increases. If there is a delay in implementing the Commission's report or recommendations, employees are likely to receive arrears. However, the exact amount of arrears will depend on the new basic pay, fitment factor, and the date of implementation of the pay increment.

The Eighth Pay Commission has been given 18 months to submit its report. Therefore, according to the current schedule, the report is expected around May 2027. However, the Commission can seek more time if needed. Therefore, it cannot be considered a final deadline.

Potential Arrears for Level 6 Employees
Assuming the current basic salary of Rs 35,400 for Level 6 employees, the new basic pay could be Rs 76,110, with a fitment factor of 2.15. Based on this estimate, arrears for a 20-month delay could be Rs 8.14 lakh and for a 24-month delay, it could be Rs 9.77 lakh. Assuming a fitment factor of 2.57, the 24-month arrears could reach approximately Rs 13.34 lakh.

How much arrears are there at Level 7?
Assuming a Level 7 basic salary of ₹44,900, the potential arrears for 24 months could be around ₹12.39 lakh at a fitment factor of 2.15. This amount could rise to around ₹16.92 lakh at a fitment factor of 2.57.

PC: ZEE NEWS