8th Pay Commission Latest News: Will the Minimum Basic Pay Rise to INR 34,560 or INR 68,940? Know the Different Fitment Factors Proposed

The 8th Central Pay Commission extended its deadline to June 15 for employee unions to submit pay proposals. The final 'fitment factor' multiplier will determine minimum basic salary scales, with union demands ranging from 1.92 to 3.83. The official report is expected by mid-2027, with the actual payout following soon after.