The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, on Tuesday approved the Terms of Reference (ToR) for the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC): the body responsible for reviewing the pay structure, pensions, and service conditions of Central government employees.

According to the official notification, the 8th CPC will be a temporary body comprising one Chairperson, one Part-Time Member, and one Member-Secretary. The Commission has been directed to submit its recommendations within 18 months from the date of its constitution, with the option to provide interim reports if necessary. Advertisement

Key focus areas of the 8th Pay Commission

While framing its recommendations, the Commission will consider:

The economic conditions of the country and the need for fiscal prudence.

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