The consultation phase for the 8th Central Pay Commission has officially commenced, marking a pivotal moment for millions of central government employees and pensioners. Chaired by former Supreme Court judge Ranjana Prakash Desai, the Commission is actively seeking structured feedback to redefine pay scales, allowances, and pensions.
Consultation Schedule & Key Dates
The Commission has announced its first set of regional meetings in Delhi and Pune. Stakeholders must act quickly to meet the submission deadlines.
| Aspect | Delhi Meetings | Pune (Maharashtra) Meetings |
| Notice Date | April 11, 2026 | April 11, 2026 |
| Meeting Dates | April 28–30, 2026 | May 4–5, 2026 |
| Eligible Participants | Unions / Associations | Govt. Orgs, Institutions, Unions |
| Submission Deadline | April 20, 2026 | April 20, 2026 |
| Request Appointment | abhay.sahay@nic.in | jha.anandkumar@nic.in |
How to Participate: A 3-Step Process
To ensure your suggestions on fitment factors and salary hikes are heard, follow this protocol:
- Submit Memorandum: All inputs must be uploaded to the official portal at 8cpc.gov.in.
- Request Appointment: Once a unique memorandum ID is generated, stakeholders must request a meeting slot via the portal or the designated emails.
- Adhere to Deadlines: The portal will close for these specific sessions on April 20, 2026. Only timely submissions will be considered for the physical consultation rounds.
Why These Consultations Matter
The 8th Pay Commission was notified on January 17, 2025, and is expected to be implemented starting January 1, 2026. These meetings are the primary platform for unions to lobby for a higher fitment factor—the multiplier used to arrive at the new basic pay—and to address disparities in allowances and pension structures.
The Commission has confirmed that following the Pune sessions, further meetings will be scheduled in Mumbai and other major state capitals to ensure a geographically diverse representation of the workforce.