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AIDEF pushes for Rs 69000 minimum pay and reshaped cadre structure in 8th Pay Commission
Economy
Published on 7 May 2026
A specific fitment factor could redefine pay levels
The All India Defence Employees Federation (AIDEF) has submitted a memorandum to the 8th Pay Commission, seeking a Rs 69,000 minimum pay for defence civilian employees and a 3.833 fitment factor. AIDEF also demands higher risk and hardship allowances and revised cadre structures and pay scales for technical and clerical roles, aiming to better reflect field challenges.
- AIDEF asks for Rs 69000 minimum pay for defence civilians
- It wants a 3.833 fitment factor to raise baseline pay
- Demands higher risk and hardship allowances
- Seeks revised cadre structures and updated pay scales
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