Free 8th Pay Commission salary calculator with full pay-matrix breakdown — Basic, DA, HRA, TA, NPS, CGHS and income tax. Compare 7th vs 8th CPC for any pay level in seconds.
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Current DA from January 2026 is 60%. 8th CPC resets DA to 0%.
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A complete breakdown of how Central Government salaries are calculated.
The foundation of your salary, fixed by your pay level in the government pay matrix. Under the 7th CPC (2016), each level has a specific basic pay. The 8th CPC is expected to apply a fitment factor (estimated 1.92×), boosting basic pay by ~92%.
DA offsets inflation and is revised every six months. As of January 2026, DA stands at 60% of basic pay. Under the 8th CPC, DA is expected to reset to 0% with the previous DA merged into the new basic.
HRA depends on your city classification — X (metro), Y (tier-2), or Z (other). Once DA crosses 50%, HRA rates step up to 30 / 20 / 10% of basic pay respectively.
TA is a fixed amount based on pay level and city. Cities X & Y get TPTA rates; Z cities get a lower base. DA is also paid on the TA amount, increasing the total.
Coverage of the commission's constitution, chairperson appointment, terms of reference, and the projected fitment factor driving your new basic pay. Read the full update →
Understanding the key differences between pay commissions.
| Aspect | 7th CPC (Since 2016) | 8th CPC (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Basic Pay | ₹18,000 | ~₹35,400 (Estimated) |
| Maximum Basic Pay | ₹2,50,000 (Level 18 Apex) | ~₹4,80,000 (Estimated) |
| Fitment Factor | 2.57 (from 6th CPC) | 1.92 (Estimated) |
| DA Rate (Current) | 60% (January 2026) | Resets to 0% |
| HRA Rates (DA > 50%) | X: 30% | Y: 20% | Z: 10% | Expected similar structure |
| Implementation Date | January 1, 2016 | Expected Jan 1, 2026 |
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Common questions about Central Government salary calculations.
The 8th CPC is currently under government consideration. The 1.92× fitment factor used here is an analyst projection, not official. Actual salaries under the 8th CPC may differ when officially implemented. This calculator is for planning purposes only — always verify final figures with your DDO or official payslip.
✓ Last Updated: 2026-05-17 · Updated with latest DA rates (60%), FY 2025–26 tax slabs, and official 7th CPC pay matrices.
