DOPPW conducting 13th Pension Adalat for Family Pension on 4th June 2025
Department of Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare will be conducting the 13th Pension Adalat with the theme of “Family Pension” on 04.06.2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
Committed to ensure faster resolution of grievances and enhance dignity and financial security for the Family Pensioners
Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare will be conducting the 13th Pension Adalat with the theme of “Family Pension” on 04.06.2025 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 417 grievances related to family pension matters pertaining to 17 Departments/Ministries are proposed to be taken up in the Adalat for redressal. Department wise list is mentioned below:
S. No.
Concerned Ministry/Department
Pendency
1.
Central Board of Direct Taxes (Income Tax)
3
2.
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs
2
3.
Department of Agriculture Research and Education
1
4.
Department of Commerce
1
5.
Department of Defence Finance
8
6.
Department of Defence Production
1
7.
Department of Defence Research and Development
1
8.
Department of Ex Servicemen Welfare
62
9.
Department of Financial Services (Banking Division)
12
10.
Department of Personnel and Training
1
11.
Employees Provident Fund Organisation
3
12.
Ministry of Civil Aviation
1
13.
Ministry of External Affairs
1
14.
Ministry of Home Affairs
39
15.
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
1
16.
Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
1
17.
Ministry of Railways ( Railway Board)
7
18.
o/o controller general of Accounts
1
19.
O/o the Comptroller & Auditor General of India
1
20.
PCDA(P) Prayagraj
270
Total
417
It is envisaged to resolve the chronic and long-pending grievances thereby facilitating payment of the rightful due of the pensioners whether in the form of huge arrears due to delay in either starting of the family pension or due to procedural delays, the pension has not been processed and disbursed correctly. The preparation of the Adalat has commenced in full swing.
8th Pay Commission: Latest Updates, the 2.86 Fitment Factor Focus, and What to Expect!
The 8th Pay Commission, which will revise the salary structure for central government employees and pensioners, is generating considerable anticipation. Here’s a breakdown of the latest updates and expected recommendations:
Current Status and Timeline:
The government announced the formation of the 8th Pay Commission in January 2025.
The 7th Pay Commission’s term ends on December 31, 2025, and the 8th Pay Commission is expected to be implemented from January 1, 2026.
The Terms of Reference (ToR), which will outline the commission’s scope and guidelines, are expected to be finalized soon.
Employee organizations, such as the National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM), are actively preparing their demands, focusing on key issues like the fitment factor, minimum wage, pay scales, allowances, promotion policy, and pension benefits.
Expected Recommendations and Key Factors:
Fitment Factor: This is a crucial multiplier used to determine the revised basic pay. Employee organizations are demanding a high fitment factor, potentially around 2.86, to ensure a substantial increase in salaries and pensions. However, experts believe the actual fitment factor might be closer to 1.92.
For example, with a fitment factor of 1.92, the minimum basic pay could rise to approximately ₹34,560.
For example, with a fitment factor of 2.86, the minimum basic pay could rise to approximately ₹51,480.
Salary Hike: While the fitment factor indicates the multiplication of the existing basic pay, the actual salary hike might be lower than it appears due to adjustments for inflation (Dearness Allowance).
Historically, even with a higher fitment factor in the 7th Pay Commission (2.57), the actual salary increase was only around 14.2%.
8th Pay Commission Pay Matrix: The 8th Pay Commission is expected to introduce a revised pay matrix with clearer salary slabs, aligning compensation with different roles.
Minimum Wage: Employee unions are likely to push for a significant increase in the minimum wage for government employees.
Allowances: Allowances such as Dearness Allowance (DA), House Rent Allowance (HRA), and Transport Allowance (TA) are also expected to be revised. Upon implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, the DA is likely to be reset to zero and then gradually increased based on inflation.
Pension Benefits: Pensioners are also hopeful for a substantial rise in their pensions, which will depend on the fitment factor and the Dearness Relief (DR) applicable at the time of implementation.
Calculations suggest that at a fitment factor of 2.0, a basic pension of ₹22,450 could be revised to ₹44,900.
The implementation of the 8th Pay Commission will impact a large number of central government employees (around 4.7 million) and pensioners (around 6.5 million).
The financial implications of the revised pay scales and pensions will be significant for the government.
The recommendations will aim to balance the financial well-being of government employees with the fiscal capacity of the nation.
In conclusion, while the 8th Pay Commission has been announced and the initial processes are underway, central government employees and pensioners should be prepared for potential delays in the final implementation. The actual salary and pension increases will depend on the fitment factor and other recommendations made by the commission, which are yet to be finalized.
The average CPI of the above is 9400.62 and accordingly the number of DA slabs are 762 (9400.62 – 6352=3048.62/4 = 762 slabs). The last average quarterly CPI was 782. Hence, there is a decrease in DA by 20p slabs for payment of DA for the months May, June and July 2025.
In terms of clause 7 of the 11th Bipartite Settlement dated 11.11.2020 and clause 3 of the Joint Note dated 11.11.2020, the rate of Dearness Allowance payable to Workmen and Officer employees for the months of May, June and July 2025 shall be 53.34% of ‘ pay’. While arriving at dearness allowance payable, decimals from third place may please be ignored.
DA for Bank Employees from May 2025 to July 2025 as per 12th BPS – IBA ORDER
Indian Banks’ Association
HR & Industrial Relations
No.CIR/HR&IR/76/D/2025-26/2083 May 3, 2025
All Members of the Association (Designated Officers)
Dear Sir/ Madam,
Dearness Allowance for Workmen and Officer Employees in banks for the months of May, June and July 2025 under XII BPS/ 9th Joint Note dated 08.03.2024
The confirmed All India Average Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (Base 2016 =100) for the quarter ended March 2025 are as follows:-
January 2025
143.2
February 2025
142.8
March 2025
143.0
The average CPI of the above is 143.00 and accordingly the number of points over 123.03 are 19.97 (143.0 – 123.03) The last average quarterly CPI was 144.23. Hence, there is a decrease of 1.23 points for May, June and July 2025.
In terms of clause 13 of the 12th Bipartite Settlement dated 08.03.2024 and clause 2 (i) of the Joint Note dated 08.03.2024, the rate of Dearness Allowance payable to Workmen and Officer employees for the months of May, June and July 2025 shall be 19.97% of ‘pay’ (0.01 % change in DA on ‘pay’ for change in every second decimal place of CPI 2016 over 123.03 points)
Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (2016=100) – March, 2025
1. Labour Bureau, an attached office of the M/o Labour & Employment, has been compiling Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers every month on the basis of retail prices collected from 317 markets spread over 88 industrially important centres in the country. The index for the month of March, 2025 is being released in this press release.
2. The All-India CPI-IW for March, 2025 increased by 0.2 point and stood at 143.0 (one hundred forty three).
3. Year-on-year inflation for the month of March, 2025 stood at 2.95% as compared to 4.20% in March, 2024.
DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 7th CPC pay scales
No. W-02/0038/2017-DPE (WC)/FTS-8019 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
Public Enterprises Bhawan Block 14, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003 Dated: the 22nd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: – Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs, drawing pays in 7th CPC pay scales.
The undersigned is directed to refer to para 3 and Annexure-II(a) and II(b) to this Department’s O.M. No. W-02/0058/2016-DPE(WC) dated 17.08.2017 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees who are following CDA pattern pay scales have been indicated and to state that DA payable to the employees may be enhanced from the existing rate of 53% to 55% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
2.The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
3.These rates are applicable in the case of CDA employees whose pay have been revised with effect from 01.01.2016 as per DPE’s O.M. dated 17.08.2017.
4.All administrative Ministries/Departments of Government of India are requested to bring this to the notice of Central Public Sector Enterprises under their administrative control for action at their end.
2.This issues with the approval of Competent Authority.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy to:
The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises.
Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments.
Department of Expenditure, E-II Branch, North Block, New Delhi.
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upadhayay Marg, New Delhi.
NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website. yA (9 cr|
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 6th CPC pay scales
F. No. 2(54)/O8-DPE (WC)/FTS-1455 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
P.E. Bhawan, Block 14, CGO Complex, New Delhi-110003, 22nd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: – Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 6th CPC pay scales governed by HPPC recommendations w.e.f. 01.01.2025
The undersigned is directed to refer to Para No. 2 and Annexure-III to this Department’s O.M. dated 14.10.2008 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees of CPSEs who are following CDA pattern pay scales were indicated and to state that the DA payable of the employees is enhanced from the existing rate of 246% to 252% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
2.The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
3.These rates are applicable in the case of CDA employees whose pay have been revised with effect from 01.01 2006 as per DPE O.M. dated 14.10.2008.
4.All administrative Ministries/Departments of Government of India are requested to bring this to the notice of Central Public Sector Enterprises Under their administrative control for necessary action at their end.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy fo: 1.The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises. 2.Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments. 3.Department of Expenditure, E-I| Branch, North Block, New Delhi. 4.The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upachayay Marg, New Delhi. 5.NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 5th CPC pay scales
No. 2(42)/97-DPE (WC)/FTS-1572 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
Public Enterprises Bhawan, Block 14, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003, the 23rd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: – Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs following 5th CPC pay scales governed by HPPC recommendations w.e.f. 01.01.2025-reg.
The undersigned is directed to refer to Para No. 2 and Annexure-III to this Department’s O.M. dated 24.10.1997 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees of CPSEs following CDA pattern pay scales, governed by HPPC recommendations, were indicated.
2. In continuation of this Department’s OM of even number dated 14.6.2024, the rates of Dearness Allowance payable to the employees of CPSEs governed by the recommendations of HPPC, which have not revised their pay scales in terms of DPE O.M. No. 2(54)/2008-DPE(WC) dated 14.10.2008, are as follows:-
a. In case of CPSEs who have not allowed the benefit of merger of 50% of DA with basic pay as contained in DPE O.M. dated 24.05.2005 to their employees, the DA payable is enhanced from existing rate of 455% to 466% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
b. In case of CPSEs who have allowed the benefit of merger of 50% of DA with basic pay as contained in DPE O.M. dated 24.05.2005 to their employees, the DA payable is enhanced from existing rate of 405% to 416% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
3. The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
4. All administrative Ministries/Department of Government of India are requested to bring the foregoing to the notice of the Central Public Sector Enterprises under their administrative control for action at their end.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy to:
The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises.
Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments.
Department of Expenditure, E-II Branch, North Block, New Delhi.
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upadhayay Marg, New Delhi.
NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
Legacy websites www.cghs.gov.in and www.cghs.nic.in to become non-functional; new portal launched at www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in
CGHS mobile applications for Android and iOS re-launched with upgraded interface and integrated digital services
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), a flagship programme under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, is undergoing a major digital transformation with the launch of the next-generation Health Management Information System (HMIS). Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), this comprehensive digital platform is scheduled to go live from 28th April 2025.
The transformation is being implemented in view of the technical obsolescence of the existing CGHS software, which has been in use since 2005 and lacks compatibility with modern IT standards, cyber security frameworks, and user expectations. The revamped HMIS will enable faster, more transparent, and user-friendly access to CGHS services, ensuring improved service delivery and administrative efficiency.
To ensure a seamless rollout, all CGHS services including those at Wellness Centres shall remain closed for one day on 26th April 2025 (Saturday). This temporary suspension is necessary to complete data migration, switch-over activities, and final validation.
Key Reforms and Technological Advancements in the New CGHS HMIS
PAN-Based Unique Identification of Beneficiaries • Every beneficiary will now be mapped to a unique PAN-based identifier. This will eliminate duplication of records and help in streamlining the validation process for entitlements.
Integrated Digital Verification & Contribution Tracking • Contribution payments will now be auto-verified through direct integration (Line of Business Application Integration) with Bharat Kosh. There will be no manual choosing of options, entry of details on Bharat Kosh portal which shall eliminate errors and refund issues.
Pre-payment Scrutiny of Applications • New system enables scrutiny and approval of card applications before the payment stage. This ensures that applicants are guided regarding eligibility and contribution amount before making a payment.
Online Card Modification Services • Services like card transfers, change in dependent status, and category change (Serving to Pensioner, etc.) can now be initiated and completed entirely online.
Real-Time Application Tracking and Alerts • The system will generate SMS and email alerts at each stage of application processing. This increases transparency and reduces in-person follow-ups.
Mandatory Password Reset and Secure Access • All existing users will be prompted to reset their passwords on first login. This is being enforced as a cyber hygiene measure in accordance with MeitY security advisories.
DDO/PAO-Based Department Identification • Department identity will be verified using Pay and Accounts Office (PAO) and Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO) codes, as indicated in employee salary slips. This ensures backend mapping of sponsoring authorities.
Mobile Application Relaunch (Android & iOS) • The official CGHS mobile apps have been re-developed and now offer an enhanced beneficiary experience with:
Access to Digital CGHS Card
Real-time status tracking
E-referrals and appointment scheduling (where applicable)
Integrated contact with Helpdesk and AD Offices
Legacy System Deactivation and Website Migration
From 28th April 2025, the old CGHS websites www.cghs.gov.in and www.cghs.nic.in will be deactivated. All services and information will henceforth be hosted on the new unified CGHS Digital Platform at www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in.
Beneficiaries are advised to access all online services, including registration, application, grievance redressal, and information retrieval, through this new portal only.
All legacy beneficiary data, including medical history and pharmacy transactions, are being securely migrated, ensuring no loss of records. The transition complies fully with government data privacy and protection standards.
Additionally, the department shall be onboarded on the new CGHS Platform for a paperless approval process. In the interim, departments may continue to submit applications physically at the respective CGHS Card Sections.
Advisory for Beneficiaries and Departments
28th April onwards, CGHS Contribution shall be only through CGHS Website i.e. www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in. The existing manual process of payment available on www.bharatkosh.gov.in shall discontinue from 28th April 2025.
Applications for CGHS services in progress but not paid for by 27th April 2025 will lapse. A fresh application will be required through the new portal.
All Beneficiaries aged above 18 years are advised to link their PAN Card with their CGHS Beneficiary ID and apply for corrections in case of any errors through the beneficiary login on CGHS website www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in.
Instructions shall be issued for the Departments regarding onboarding on the new platform.
The existing issued cards shall continue to function normally.
Support initiatives include:
CGHS Helpdesk and User Manuals are available on the CGHS website www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in and mobile app for use by Departments and Beneficiaries.
Continuous support through the CGHS Card Sections and respective Additional Director (AD) Offices.
8th Central Pay Commission – Filling up of 40 posts on deputation basis – FINMIN O.M
F.No, A-11011/1/2023-Ad.1 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Expenditure Admn. I Section
North Block, New Delhi, Dated: 17th April, 2025
VACANCY CIRCULAR
Subject:- Filling up of posts in 8th Central Pay Commission on deputation basis – reg.
It is proposed to fill up the 35 posts in 8th Central Pay Commission on deputation basis. These posts are to be staffed for the period from the date of constitution of the 8th CPC till the closure of the Commission.
2. The appointments to the 8th CPC will be governed by the regular norms prescribed by DoPT from time to time. It is requested to circulate this requirement among the relevant officials and personnel in your organization. The post-wise eligibility criteria are enclosed.
3. Nominations/ applications, in the attached proforma along with the supporting documents i.e. APAR of five years, Vigilance Clearance etc. should be sent to this Department to the following address through proper channel:
Sh. Ranjit Kumar Jha, Under Secretary (Admn.1), Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Room No. 225-E, North Block, New Delhi-110001 (email: ranjitk.jha[at]nic.in)
5. This is an open-ended circular, meaning that applications will be considered on a continuous basis until all vacancies are filled. Therefore, it is requested to submit the duly filled/ verified applications at the earliest.
(Avinash K. Nilankar) Director (Admin.) Tel: 23092689
