New Delhi, Nov. 14 -- The 8th Pay Commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, has now been in existence for more than 1 year since its constitution on 3 November 2025. As per the Terms of Reference (ToR), the 3-member 8th Pay Commission panel was given 18 months from its constitution to table its final report for the central government.

To compile a meaningful report, the 8th Pay Commission has held several meetings and discussions with prominent employee unions and associations, including NC-JCM (National Council - Joint Consultative Machinery), BPMS (Bharatiya Pratiraksha Mazdoor Sangh), and FNPO (Federation of National Postal Organisations).

These meetings have been held throughout the year in various states and union territ...