The Indian Railways Technical Supervisors’ Association has urged the 8th Pay Commission to grant its technical staff five separate fitment factors, arguing that complex and hazardous duties need differentiated pay. It has also sought a 5% annual increment, a promotional increment equivalent to two annual increments, and a separate CPI for Dearness Allowance calculations, alongside a proposed minimum pay of Rs 52,600.
The 8th Pay Commission is holding a high-level meeting in New Delhi to shape a major salary overhaul for central government employees. Union groups are pressing for a fitment factor up to 4.0 and a minimum basic pay of Rs 72,000. More than 1.1 crore employees and pensioners are awaiting key recommendations after today’s discussions begin a three-day consultation process.
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An employee body for central government teachers in Union Territories has submitted a memorandum ahead of the 8th Pay Commission, demanding a minimum basic pay of Rs 50,000 and a fitment factor up to 3.83. It also calls for higher allowances, restoration of the Old Pension Scheme, and improved career progression for better long term growth.
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.
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