India, Oct. 31 -- The 8th Pay Commission has reached a very important stage in terms of consultations where the government employees and pensioners are waiting for any news related to salary increase, fitment factor, minimum basic pay, Dearness Allowance, and pensions. The 8th Pay Commission has not released their findings yet but there was an important announcement made by the Union Cabinet on October 28 that decided on a 3% increase in DA and DR for the employees and pensioners. The current DA revision increased the rate to 63% of the basic pay and pension from 60% with effect from July 1, 2026. The consultations of the Commission lasted two days, from October 22-23, 2026, in Mumbai.

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