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8th Pay Commission draft demands Rs 69000 minimum pay and 3 83 fitment factor for govt staff
Economy
Published on 24 April 2026
NC JCM wants OPS back and promotions guaranteed
The draft memorandum by NC-JCM for the 8th Pay Commission presses for a Rs 69,000 minimum basic pay and a 3.83 fitment factor, alongside an annual 6% increment. It also proposes restructuring pay levels, mandating at least five promotions during service, and restoring the Old Pension Scheme for employees and pensioners.
- Demands include Rs 69,000 minimum basic pay
- Fitment factor sought: 3.83 with 6% annual increment
- Proposal includes merging pay levels and more structured career growth
- Calls to restore Old Pension Scheme for staff and pensioners
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