New Delhi, Nov. 9 -- The 8th Pay Commission concluded two key meetings in October: one in Bengaluru on October 8 and another in Mumbai on October 23. On November 3, 2026, the commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, completed 12 months since its constitution. Under its Terms of Reference (ToR), it has 18 months to table its final report.

Central government employees and pensioners awaiting its recommendations could receive substantial arrears if the revised pay structure is implemented retrospectively from January 1, 2026, since the 7th Pay Commission's term officially ended on December 31, 2025. However, the actual amount will depend on the fitment factor, the revised pay structure and the government's final decision on allo...