8th Pay Commission: Fitment factor is a multiplier that helps in converting the old basic pay into the new pay after the implementation of the pay commission. It is used to increase the salary of every employee in a uniform manner.
The central government had already announced the 8th Central Pay Commission in January 2024, which will be implemented in January 2025. This commission has brought hope of relief for more than 50 lakh employees and more than 65 lakh pensioners. The current pay structure is ending in December 2025, and before that the government has expedited the process of formation of the commission. According to reports, preparations are underway for appointment to 42 posts including chairperson and advisors.
What is fitment factor and what is its importance?
The fitment factor is a multiplier that helps in converting the old basic pay into the new pay after the implementation of the pay commission. It is used to increase the salary of every employee in a uniform manner.
What was the fitment factor in the 7th Pay Commission?
Under the 7th Pay Commission, the fitment factor was fixed at 2.57. For example, if the basic salary of an employee was ₹10,000, the new salary is- ₹10,000 × 2.57 = ₹25,700
What if the fitment factor in the 8th pay commission is 2.86?
If the fitment factor is fixed at 2.86 in the 8th Pay Commission, it can lead to a significant increase in the salary of employees. For example: If the current basic salary is ₹20,000
then new salary = ₹20,000 × 2.86 = ₹57,200
Current and Potential Salary Comparison Table
| Current Basic Pay | Salary by factor 2.57 | Estimated salary from 2.86 factor |
| ₹10,000 | ₹25,700 | ₹28,600 |
| ₹20,000 | ₹51,400 | ₹57,200 |
| ₹30,000 | ₹77,100 | ₹85,800 |
| ₹40,000 | ₹1,02,800 | ₹1,14,400 |
