Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (2016=100) โ October, 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 October, 2025 is being released in this press release.
2. The All-India CPI-IW for October, 2025 increased by 0.4 point and stood at 147.7 (one hundred forty-Seven point seven)
Revision of ‘Schedule of Engaging Authority, Disciplinary Authority and Appellate Authority’ for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks
เคธ/No. 17-31/2016-GDS (Pt) เคญเคพเคฐเคค เคธเคฐเคเคพเคฐ/Government of India เคธเคเคเคพเคฐ เคฎเคเคคเฅเคฐเคพเคฒเคฏ/Ministry of Communications เคกเคพเค เคตเคฟเคญเคพเค/Department of Posts (เคเฅเคกเฅเคเคธ เค เคจเฅเคญเคพเค/GDS Section)
Subject: Revision of ‘Schedule of Engaging Authority, Disciplinary Authority and Appellate Authority’ for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) under Rule 31 of GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020 – reg.
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Directorate O.M. no. 17-31/2016-GDS dated 28.07.2020 and Rule 31 of GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020 whereby the ‘Schedule of Engaging Authority, Disciplinary Authority and Appellate Authority (SEDA)’ for all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) was issued/revised.
2. Now it has been decided to further revise the ‘Schedule of Engaging Authority, Disciplinary Authority and Appellate Authority in respect of all categories of Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS as contained in Rule 31 of the GDS (Conduct and Engagement) Rules, 2020 with immediate effect.
3. The disciplinary proceedings already initiated will continue in the usual manner, however, penalty, if any, will be awarded by the Disciplinary Authority as per the Revised SEDA. The appeal against the punishment already inflicted till date will continue to be decided by the Appellate Authorities as per pre-revised SEDA.
This issues with the approval of the competent authority.
(เคเฅเคฐเคตเคฟเคเคฆเคฐ เคธเคฟเคเคน / Gurvinder Singh) เคธเคนเคพเคฏเค เคฎเคนเคพเคจเคฟเคฆเฅเคถเค / Assistant Director General (GDS) เคเคฎเฅเคฒ/Email : [email protected]
To All Chief Postmasters General/ Postmasters General
Payment of Composite Allowance to substitute GDS and other GDS (ABPM/Dak Sevak) performing duties of BPM
17-31/2016-GDS. No.17-31/2016-GDS เคญเคพเคฐเคค เคธเคฐเคเคพเคฐ /Government of India เคธเคเคเคพเคฐ เคฎเคเคคเฅเคฐเคพเคฒเคฏ /Ministry of Communication เคกเคพเค เคตเคฟเคญเคพเค / Department of Posts (เคเฅเคกเฅเคเคธ เค เคจเฅเคญเคพเค) / GDS Sectio
Subject:Payment of Composite Allowance to substitute GDS and other GDS (ABPM/Dak Sevak) performing duties of BPM in combination of duties during non availability of BPMs – regarding
The matter regarding grant of composite allowance to the substitute GDS and other GDS (ABPM/Dak Sevak) performing duties of BPM in combination of duties was under consideration for quite some time. Currently, the composite allowance is paid only to the BPMs, while their substitute or other GDSS performing duties of BPM in combination of duties during leave/non availability of regular BPMs (in situations like Put off duty/post being vacant due to any other reason) are not paid composite allowance. The issue has been examined in the Department and following arrangement has been approved by the competent authority in such situations:
i. If a regular BPM performs duty for any part of a month, the full Composite Allowance shall be paid to the said BPM for that month.
ii. If a BPM remains off duty for the entire month for any reason-such as availing leave (including paid leave or LWA), unauthorized absence, being put off duty, or if the post remains vacant-the substitute/ABPM/Dak Sevak performing BPM duties, including one working on combination of duties, shall be paid the Composite Allowance on pro-rata basis. The regular BPM, in such cases, shall not be entitled to the allowance.
2. This issues with the approval of the competent authority.
(เคเฅเคฐเคตเคฟเคเคฆเคฐ เคธเคฟเคเคน/ Gurvinder Singh) เคธเคนเคพเคฏเค เคฎเคนเคพเคจเคฟเคฆเฅเคถเค / Assistant Director General (GDS) เคฆเฅเคฐเคญเคพเคท / Tel. No. 011-23096629 เคเคฎเฅเคฒ/Email: [email protected]
To, All the Chief Postmasters General/Post Masters General.
Submission of Separate Life Certificates by Both Parents for Enhanced Family Pension: CPAO
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Expenditure Central Pension Accounting Office Trikoot-II, Bhikaji Cama Place New Delhi- 110066.
No. CPAO/IT&Tech/NPS /22 Vol-IV/2025-26/6435/55
Dated: 18.11.2025
Office Memorandum
Sub: Submission of Life Certificates by both the parents for continuation of enhanced family pension under Category โDโ & โEโ of CCS (EOP) Rules, 1939 / Categories โCโ & โDโ of CCS (EOP) Rules, 2023 โ regarding.
The undersigned is directed to invite a reference to OM No. 1/11/2025-P&PW(F)(11190) dated 28th October, 2025 issued by the Department of Pension & Pensionersโ Welfare (DoP&PW) on the subject cited above (copy enclosed).
2. The DoP&PW has clarified that for continuation of enhanced family pension at the rate of 75% of the pay last drawn by the deceased Government servant under Category โDโ & โEโ of the CCS (EOP) Rules, 1939/Categories โCโ & โDโ of the CCS (EOP) Rules, 2023, both parents, henceforth, will be required to submit their life certificates every year to avoid overpayment of family pension in case of demise of one of the parents.
3. In view of the above, all the Centralised Pension Processing Centres (CPPCs) of Authorised Banks are requested to strictly adhere to the guidelines issued by DoP&PW and ensure that life certificates are obtained from both the parents every year before continuation of the enhanced family pension in such cases.
This issues with the approval of the Chief Controller (Pensions)
Encl: As above.
(Ajay Chaudhary) Sr. Accounts Officer (IT & Tech)
To,
Heads of CPPCs of All Authorized Banks (as per list)
Heads of GBD of All Authorized Banks (as per list)
8th CPC TOR: Implementation of Phase-wise Agitational Programs & Charter of Demands: Confederation Announces Agitational Programme
CONFEDERATION OF CENTRAL GOVT. EMPLOYEES & WORKERS
New Delhi-110008
President: Rupak Sarkar
Secretary General: S.B. Yadav
Ref: Confd. -Circular /2025
Dated: 24.11.2025
CIRCULAR
TO All Office Bearers/National Executive Members, All General Secretaries of State COCs. All Chief Executive of affiliated Organizations
Dear Comrades,
The Confederation has been agitating since December 22 in pursuant of itโs seven points Demands that are affecting the Central Government Employees, that culminating into a one-day token strike on 9th July 2025. No tangible action has been initiated by the Government to redress /resolve our grievances till date baring Constitution of the 8th CPC Committee. On the contrary repressive measures are being adopted by the Government on Associations/ Federations in the form of De recognising the organisations or by denial of grant of recognition to Associations/Federations by many Departments inspite of the organisations fulfilling all the terms and conditions of CCS RSA Rules 1993. Vindicative Victimization of Union functionaries simply for union activities has become a common phenomena, recent suspension of GS of Kerala CoC and Dismissal from engagement of the GS of AIGDSU (DOP) are the classic examples of Vindicive Victimization. Government is reluctant to honour itโs own commitment of implementing the Awards given by Board of Arbitration under JCM, which were agreed upon with the staff side.
As anticipated, the ramifications of the Validation of Pension Act 25 a part of Finance Bill 25 are reflected in the GOI, Ministry of Finance Gazette Notification dated 03.11.2025 vide which 8th CPC has been constituted along with ToR, wherein the revision of Pension for Pensioners and Family Pensioners have been kept beyond its purview. Inclusion of the clause of new terminology, to examine โ UNFUNDED COST OF NON โ CONTRIBUTORY PENSION SCHEMES โ, will have a cascading effect on the existing OPS. Confederation in its National Executive Committee Meeting held on 25th October, discussed threadbare on all the issues and after deliberations unanimously decided to renew phase wise Agitational Programโs in support of its revised charter of Demands. The following phase wise Agitational Programs have been finalised:
The proposed phase wise Agitational Programโs to be conducted are as under ;
An intensive countrywide campaign to be carried out to popularize charter of Demands and strengthen the organisations, prepare the rank and file for struggles. National Secretariat members will tour the states as per the annexed program, campaigning is to be completed by 15th December 2025.
To hold Lunch Hours Demonstration at all work places /Offices on 16th December 25, sending of resolution to the Authorities.
Holding of State Conventions in support of our Demands by 31st December, National Secretariat members would be attending such Conventions. State CoCs where conferences are overdue shall conduct their conferences by 31st December 25.
Further course of Action programs will be decided after reviewing the above phases of Agitational Programโs.
The Charter of Demands in pursuant of which the above phase wise Agitational Programs are to be conducted are as under
CHARTER OF DEMANDS:
Modify Terms of Reference of 8th CPC by incorporating suggestions/views given by Confederation and staff side NC-JCM on Revision of emoluments of Employees and Pensioners and other issues.
Merge 50% DA/DR with Basic Pay/Pension, Grant 20% of Pay/Pension as an Interim Relief (IR) w.e.f. 1.1.2026.
Scrap NPS/UPS, Restore OPS for all Employees.
No Distinctions amongst Pensioners should be made, potentially on the basis of factors like Date of Retirement and Accepted recommendations of Central Pay Commission.
Release the three instalments (18 months) of DA/DAR frozen during Covid pandemic to Employees and Pensioners, Restoration of commuted part of pension after 11 years instead of 15 years.
Remove 5% Ceiling imposed on Compassionate Appointment, grant Compassionate Appointment in all cases to wards/Dependants of Deceased employee.
Fill up vacant posts of all cadre in all the Departments, stop outsourcing and corporatization in Government Departments.
Ensure Democratic functioning of Association/Federations as per JCM mechanism
A) Grant recognition to Association/Federations which are pending, Withdraw the de recognition orders of AIPEU Gr. -C UNION, NFPE and ISROSA. B) Stop imposition of Rule 15 1 (C) on service Associations/Federations. C) Stop Vindicive Victimization of Union functionaries.
9. Immediate implementation of the Awards given by Board of Arbitration under JCM on which consensus has reached, in case of CA Ref. No. 3/2001.
10. Regularise Casual Contingent, Contractual labours and GDS employees, grant equal status to Employees of Autonomous Bodies to that of CG Employees.
The Government has unilaterally notified the four labour codes, vide its Gazette Notification dated 21.11.25 paving way for implementation of the code bills, which would make the functioning of trade Unions very difficult. Ten CTUs have called for massive protest Demonstration on 26th November seeking repeal of the said Notification, Confederation stands in Solidarity with the CTUs Agitations.
The Confederation urges upon its National Secretariat memberโs, the General Secretaries/Secretary Generals of all the affiliated Associations and Federations and the General Secretaries of the state CoCs to kindly co-ordinate with each other and finalise the campaign program, go for Joint vigorous Campaigning amongst the rank and file, educate them about the Demands and convince them to participate, to ensure that the above Programโs are made successful in true spirit.
STRUGGLE IS THE RIGHT PATH : WE ARE ON THE RIGHT PATH!
With Regards,
Comradely Yours
(S.B. Yadav) Secretary General
PROPOSE TOUR PROGRAMโS OFย NATIONAL SECRETARIAT MEMBERโS FOR CAMPAIGNING TO BE UNDERTAKEN BY 15TH DECEMBER:
S.L. No.
Name of Circle
Visiting Leaders
1.
Maharashtra, Goa & Gujarat Com.
Rupak Sarkar, Com. Ravindran Nair, Com. B K Chalke, Com. Sreedharan
Com. Tapas Bose, Com. Janardan Majumdar, Com. D B Mohanti
11.
H P & Jammu & Kashmir
Com. Tapas Bose, Com. Anil Kumar Com. S B Yadav
12.
U P & Uttarakhand
Com S B Yadav, Com. R N Parashar, Com. Subhash Chandra Pandey
NOTE: 1. National Secretariat Memberโs should fix the dates of their tour in consultation with the General Secretaries of respective state CoCs. 2. Office Bearers of womenโs sub-committee are requested to extend support to the campaign programs/meeting in their respective states.
8th Central Pay Commission: NC (JCM) Staff Side Circular on decisions and call for Memorandum Submission
Shiva Gopal Mishra Secretary
Ph.: 23382286 National Council (Staff Side) Saint Consultative Machinery for Central Government Employees 13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi โ 110001 E-Mail : [email protected]
No.NC-JCM-2025/8th CPC
November 17, 2025
To All Members of National Council โ JCM & Constituent Organizations of National Council โ JCM
Dear Comrades,
An extended meeting of the Staff Side Members of the Standing Committee of National Council- JCM was held at New Delhi on 15/11/2025 to discuss about the Gazette Notification dated 03/11/2025 issued by the Government of India on appointment of the 8th Central Pay Commission and its Terms of Reference and also to discuss and decide about the future course of action by the Staff Side of National council โ JCM.
The following representatives of various constituent Organizations were present in the meeting.
S/Shri M. Raghaviah, Shiva Gopal Mishra, S.N. Pathak, J.R. Bhosle, Guman Singh, C. Srikumar, B.C. Sharma, Rupak Sarkar, Tapas Bose, Amal Kumar Das, Ashok Kumar Singh, Mukesh Kumar Singh, P.U. Khadse, Shivaji Vasareddy and L. N. Pathak.
Secretary Staff Side and Leader Staff Side welcomed the participants and explained in brief about the Terms of Reference given to the 8th CPC and also informed about the suggestions received from various organizations on the Terms of Reference. All the participants were requested to place their views on the Terms of Reference and proposals to be forwarded to the Government. All the representatives placed their views and proposals and after discussion the following decisions were taken unanimously: โ
A letter from the Secretary Staff Side will be addressed to the Honโble Prime Minister with copy endorsed to the Honโble Finance Minister, Cabinet Secretary, Secretary Department of Expenditure and Secretary DOPT in corporating the amendments required to be made in the ToR and for incorporation of additional Terms of Reference especially with regard to the restoration of Old Pension Scheme and also to include in the Terms of Reference about the revision of Pensionary benefits to existing pensioners and family pensioners under the Central Government, Autonomous Bodies and other entities covered under the Commission also deletion of the ToR (f) (iii) the โunfunded cost of non contributory Pension Schemeโ.Retirement Planning Services
2. All the constituent Organizations will be requested to forward their views and inputs with regard to the following topics for preparation of the memorandum to be submitted to the 8th CPC by the Staff Side of National Council (JCM).
i. Fixation of Minimum wage with full justification like calories required for a Adult, number of family units, additional food, non food and clothing items to be included, prices of the ingredients of all food items, by collecting the retail price from government grocery stores, State Government Cooperative Consumer Stores etc, additional percentage to be added for festivals, social obligations etc and to meet the expenditure on essential technological day to day requirements etc.
The fitment factor for the existing employees
Fixation of the highest salary
Proposed pay structure and annual increment
Fixation of pay on promotion and MACP
Date of effect of the recommendations of the pay commission
Revision of Special Pay granted to different categories
Issues pertaining to common categories in Central Government like Artisan, Clerical/ Ministerial Staff, Storekeeping staff, Accounts and Audit Staff, Drivers, Fire fighting Staff, MTS, Para Medical Staff, Nursing Staff, Teachers, Canteen Staff, Receptionist, Library Staff, Laboratory Staff, Veterinarians, Scientific Staff, Engineering Staff, Supervisory Staff, Drawing Office Staff, Photographers etc.
Classification of Posts
Gramin Dak Sevaks
Allowances and Advances
Transport Allowance
Deputation Duty Allowance
Travelling Allowance and TA on Transfer
Children Education Allowance
Daily Allowance
Overtime Allowance
Risk Allowance / Risk and Hardship Matrix
Night Duty Allowance
Patient Care Allowance / Nursing Allowance
Special Allowances in NE Region, High Altitude Allowance
All types of Advances and any other additional advance to be added
Housing facilities including HBA
House Rent Allowance
Promotion Policy and MACP Scheme
Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme
All Leave related issues
Leave Travel concession
Medical Facilities (CS MA Rules and CGHS)
Women Employees
Compassionate Ground Appointment
Regularization of Contract / Casual / Fixed Term employment employees
Bonus
Parity between Central Secretariate and Field offices
Transfer Policy
Litigation on Service Matter
Restoration of Old Pension Scheme
Revision of Pension for all pre 01/01/2026 pensioners and related matters including Death cum Retirement Gratuity, commutation of Pension, enhancement of Pension / Family Pension etc
Effective functioning of JCM Scheme at all levels and Grievance redressal Machinery etc
Miscellaneous items
All the constituent Organizations are requested to submit their views with supporting documents / judgments if any referred on or before 15/12/2025 to the Office of the Staff Side of NC JCM through email (email Id nc.jcm.np[at]gmail.com) and by speed post. No extension of date can be given since after receipt of the views from all Organizations the Drafting Committee has to study each report and then formulate its views for finalizing the Staff Side memorandum.
After the Staff Side of the National Council โ JCM finalize its reports / memorandum on the above mentioned common service matters of Central Government Employees, the Constituent Organizations may submit their respective memorandums endorsing the same in their memorandum and also incorporating their cadre related issues and issues and problems specific to their Department / Organization separately. We have not yet received the nomination Constituent Organizations.
All of you are aware that this office vide letter dated 23/04/2025 have requested to nominate the representatives to be the members of the Drafting Committee as per the following quota distributed to each Organization
Organization
Representatives
1. AIRF
3 Representatives
1. NFIR
3 Representatives
2. AIDEF
2 Representatives
3. INDWF
1 Representative
4. BPMS
1 Representative
5. CDRA
1 Representative
6. ITEF
1 Representative
7. Audit & Accounts
1 Representative
8. NFPE
1 Representative
9. FNPO
1 Representative
10. NAAF
1 Representative
The respective Organizations may nominate their Staff Side Members on or before 25/11/2025
A copy of this office letter dated 17/11/2025 addressed to the Honโble Prime Minister on the subject of Request for Amendments in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and for Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing Pensioners and Family Pensioners is enclosed for your information.
Staff Side Seeks 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing & Family Pensioners
Shiva Gopal Mishra Secretary
Ph.: 23382286 National Council (Staff Side) Joint Consultative Machinery for Central Government Employees 13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi โ 110001 E-Mail : nc.jcm.np[at]gmail.com
No NC/JCM/8th CPC/2025
November 17, 2025
Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Honโble Prime Minister of India Prime Ministerโs Office, South Block, Raisina Hill, New Delhi โ 110011.
Subject: Request for Amendments in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and for Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing Pensioners and Family Pensioners โ Reg.
Respected Prime Minister Sir,
With profound respect and warm greetings, we extend our heartfelt gratitude for the constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) under the esteemed Chairpersonship of Smt. Justice Ranjana Desai, Former Judge, Supreme Court of India, vide Ministry of Finance Notification dated 3rd November 2025.
While we sincerely commend your visionary leadership and steadfast commitment to good governance, national resurgence, economic development and public welfare, we wish to bring to your kind notice certain vital aspects concerning the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th CPC which merit reconsideration and amendment in the larger interest of serving and retired Central Government employees including the Armed Forces Personnel.
Omission of Employeesโ Expectations in the ToR
The ToR of the 8th CPC, as notified, particularly Clause 2.5 concerning emoluments, states:
โTo work out an emolument structure conducive to attracting talent to Government service, promoting efficiency, accountability and responsibility in the work culture.โ
However, the corresponding clause of the 7th CPC was far more comprehensive and inclusive, emphasizing not only the efficiency and accountability aspects but also the expectations of stakeholders, i.e., the employees themselves.
โTo work out the framework for an emoluments structure linked with the need to attract the most suitable talent to Government service, promote efficiency, accountability and responsibility in the work culture, and foster excellence in public governanceโฆ with due regard to the expectations of stakeholders.โ
The exclusion of this crucial phrase โexpectations of stakeholdersโ from the 8th CPC ToR sends a discouraging signal to lakhs of Central Government employees.
We therefore urge that Clause 2.5 of the ToR be recasted on the lines of the 7th CPC, reinstating the phrase โwith due regard to the expectations of stakeholders.โ
Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing Pensioners and Family Pensioners
The Honโble Minister for Railways and Electronics and Information Technology Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw while briefing the Press after the Cabinet approved the constitution of 8th CPC on 16/01/2025 stated that the government approved the constitution of the eighth Central Pay Commission (CPC) for revision of the salaries and allowances of over one crore employees and pensioners.
However it is deeply concerning that the 69 lakh Central Government Pensioners and Family Pensioners, who have devoted decades of dedicated service to the Nation, have been left outside the purview of the 8th CPC. These senior citizens, many of whom are in the twilight of their lives and battling age-related ailments, rightly deserve the same consideration as serving employees in terms of periodic revision of their pension.
For your kind reference, the 7th CPCโs ToR specifically included the following:
โTo examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension in the case of employees who have retired prior to the date of effect of these recommendationsโฆโ
We therefore appeal that a similar clause be incorporated in the ToR of the 8th CPC, ensuring that pension revision for pre-2026 retirees is duly considered.
This would uphold the constitutional and judicial principle that pension is an earned right and a deferred wage, not a discretionary grant, as repeatedly affirmed by the Honโble Supreme Court in landmark judgments such as Deokinandan Prasad vs. State of Bihar (1971) and D.S. Nakara vs. Union of India (1983).
Further, we request inclusion of the following pension-related measures within the ToR:
Restoration of commuted value of pension after 11 years (instead of 15 years);
Grant of enhanced pension by 5% every 5 years after retirement, as recommended by the Parliamentary Standing Committee;
Extension of pension revision to all pensioners/family pensioners drawing benefits under the CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972 (now 2021).
Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS)
Over 26 lakh Central Government employees including Railway employees, Defence Civilian employees and Para Military Forces recruited on or after 01.01.2004 under the National Pension System (NPS) are fervently demanding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), a non-contributory, assured pension framework under the CCS (Pension) Rules, 1972 (now 2021).
This long-standing and justified demand reflects their anxiety for post-retirement security and social dignity. It is earnestly requested that this matter be brought within the ambit of the 8th CPCโs ToR, enabling a fair and holistic review by the Commission with the aim of ensuring a decent and dignified retired life to the Government Employees who serve the nation and the people round the clock.
Inappropriate Reference to โUnfunded Cost of Non-Contributory Pension Schemesโ
We also wish to invite attention to Para (e) (ii) of the ToR, which refers to the โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes.โ
This terminology is inaccurate and unjust, as it treats constitutionally guaranteed pension rights as fiscal burdens, rather than as deferred compensation for lifetime service. Pension is a deferred wage and it is the recognition of the past service rendered to the Government The Honโble Supreme Court has said that: โPension is not a bounty to be paid at the employerโs whims; employer cannot wriggle out of responsibility by pleading paucity of fundsโ.
In the case of Vijay Kumar v. Central Bank of India, the Honโble Supreme Court ruled that pension is a constitutional right under Article 300A not a favour or charity. (Civil Appeal No. 9496 of 2025)
In the judgement in Vasant Gangaramsachandan Vs State of Maharashtra & Others [(1996) 10 SSC 148] Supreme Court reiterated that pension is not a bounty of the State. It is earned by the employee for service rendered to fall back upon after retirement. It is attached to the office and it cannot be arbitrarily denied.
The Honโble Supreme Court in its historical Judgment in the case of D.S. Nakara Vs Union of India has categorically stated that pension is a social welfare measure rendering socio-economic justice to those who in the heyday of their life ceaselessly toiled for the employer on an assurance that in their old age they would not be left in the lurch.
It is also pertinent to mention here that Article 366 (17) of the Constitution defines pension as: โPension means a pension, whether contributory or not, of any kind whatsoever payable to or in respect of any person, and includes retired pay so payable, a gratuity so payable and any sum or sums so payable by way of the return, with or without interest thereon or any other addition thereto, of subscriptions to a Provident Fund.
In view of the above established law on pension and also the fact that no such terminology has ever been used for pensions of Judges, Members of Parliament, Legislators, or other Constitutional functionaries, whose pensions too are non-contributory and charged to the Consolidated Fund of India, we therefore request that the said phrase may please be deleted and replaced by:
โ(ii) the likely impact on the finances of the Government of India, the State Governments, and the pensionary liabilities / benefits and the revision of pension relating to existing pensioners and family pensioners under the Central Government, autonomous bodies, and other entities covered under the Commission.โ
Such an amendment would reaffirm the dignity, rights, and recognition of the pensionersโ community for the past committed and devoted service rendered to the Government , and uphold the welfare-oriented spirit of our governance system.
Date of Effect of the 8th CPC Recommendations
In the Press release issued by the Government of India on 28/10/2025 after the Cabinet approved the Terms of Reference of 8th Central Pay Commission it was stated that Usually, the recommendations of the pay commission are implemented after a gap of every 10 years. Going by this trend, the effect of the 8th Central Pay Commission recommendations would normally expected from 01.01.2026.
However in the 8th CPC ToR the date of effect of the implementation of 8th CPC is missing resulting in various apprehensions in the minds of the employees about the date of implementation.
In the ToR of the 7th CPC, there was a clear mandate for recommending the date of effect of its recommendations.
The omission of a similar clause in the 8th CPC ToR gives rise to apprehensions that the Government might unilaterally decide the date of implementation.
Since wage and pension revisions have consistently been effected once every ten years, as per the established pattern:
It is only fair and logical that the 8th CPC recommendations on wage revision / Allowances revision / Pension Revision take effect from 01.01.2026, and this date should be explicitly incorporated in the ToR.
Interim Relief
In view of the prevailing skyrocketing cost of living and erosion of real wages and pensions, it is humbly requested that the Government may consider granting an Interim Relief of at least 20% of the existing Basic Pay and Basic Pension to all Central Government employees and pensioners, pending the final recommendations of the 8th CPC.
This measure would offer immediate relief and demonstrate the Governmentโs continued empathy towards its serving and retired employees who form the backbone of national administration.
Respected Prime Minister Sir,
Under your dynamic leadership, India has emerged as a global model of governance, economic resilience, and national pride. The Government employees and pensioners of this country have always stood shoulder to shoulder with your vision of a โViksit Bharatโ and remain steadfast in their commitment to national service.
We therefore earnestly urge your kind self to consider our above submissions in the true spirit of justice and compassion, and to direct the issuance of suitable amendments to the Gazette Notification dated 03.11.2025, ensuring inclusion of all the above aspects in the Terms of Reference of the 8th CPC.
With profound regards and sincere gratitude,
Yours Sincerely,
(Shiva Gopal Mishra) Secretary,
Copy to: โ 1. Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Honโble Minister of Finance, Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi
The Cabinet Secretary, & Chairman National Council โ JCM, Rashtrapati Bhavan, N.D.
The Secretary Department of Expenditure, Kartavya Bhavan- 1, New Delhi
The Secretary, Department of Personnel & Training, Kartavya Bhavan-3, New Delhi
BPS Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Include Pensioners, Delete โUnfunded Costโ Clause
BHARAT PENSIONERSโ SAMAJ (All India Federation of Pensionerโs Association) 2/13-A โ LGF Backside, Jangpura โ โAโ, New Delhi โ 110 014
Ref. No. BPS/8thCPC(ToR)/2025/02
Date: 17th November, 2025
To,
Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Honโble Prime Minister of India, Prime Ministerโs Office, South Block, Raisina Hill, New Delhi โ 110 011
Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji Honโble Finance Minister Government of India New Delhi
Sub: Request for amendment in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th Central Pay Commission, particularly regarding the inclusion of pension revision for Pensioners and Family Pensioners and the deletion of the term โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes”.
Respected Sir,
On behalf of the Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS), a unified, non-profit, non-political, and secular organization established in 1955, we respectfully address you today. As the apex and widely recognized representative body for Central Government pensioners, the BPS is registered with key Government of India institutions, including the DoP&PW and Niti Ayog, and is affiliated with the International Federation on Ageing. For nearly seven decades, the BPS has tirelessly advocated for the rights and welfare of Central Government pensioners and senior citizens, representing the collective voice and concerns of lakhs of individuals. We function as an extended arm of the Department of Pension & Pensionersโ Welfare (DoP&PW), actively resolving grievances through platforms like CPENGRAMS and Pension Adalats. Our work, representing about 8 lakh Central Government employees from over 130 departments, is often referenced in parliamentary debates.
We extend our profound respect and heartfelt gratitude for the Constitution of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and its initial Terms of Reference (ToR), published by the Ministry of Finance vide its notification dated 03.11.2025.
We wish to bring to your kind notice certain vital aspects of the said ToR that merit reconsideration and suitable amendment in the larger interest of both serving employees and pensioners. We earnestly request the inclusion of the following issues within the scope of the 8th CPC.
Inclusion of the Date of Effect for 8th CPC Recommendations
It is now an established norm that the revision of Central Government employeesโ wages, allowances, and pensionary benefits takes place once every ten years, with a consistent implementation date.
In view of this established precedent, it is both automatic and justified that the 8th CPC recommendations should be implemented w.e.f. 01.01.2026. We request that this date be formally included in the Terms of Reference of the 8th CPC.
Revision of Pension and Deletion of Objectionable Terminology
A. Revision and Parity in Pensionary Benefits
The existing ToR lacks clarity on the revision of pension, parity, and other pensionary benefits for the current 69 lakh pensioners and family pensioners covered under the OldPension Scheme (OPS), Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), and National Pension Scheme (NPS).
We request the Government to kindly include the following comprehensive term in the ToR:
โTo examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, parity in pension in the case of employees who have retired on any date (i.e., those who retired before 01.01.2026 or after 01.01.2026).โ
B. Deletion of the Term โUnfunded Cost of Non-Contributory Pension Schemesโ
Our gravest concern arises from the use of the phrase โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemesโ in Para (e)(ii) of the ToR. This terminology fails to acknowledge the rights and interests of pensioners within the Commissionโs scope and inappropriately equates constitutionally and judicially protected pension entitlements with mere fiscal liabilities.
Judicial Precedence: The Honโble Supreme Court of India has repeatedly affirmed the nature of pension, ruling that:
Pension is not a bounty but a right.
In the D.S. Nakara Judgment, the Court stated that โpension is a social welfare measure rendering socio-economic justice to those who in the heyday of their life ceaselessly toiled for the employer.โ
In Vijay Kumar v. Central Bank of India, the Court ruled that pension is a constitutional right under Article 300A.
Discrimination and Inconsistency: It is pertinent to note that no such terminology has ever been used in reference to the pensions of MPs, Judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts, or other constitutional functionaries, whose pensions are also non-contributory and drawn from the Consolidated Fund of India.
Model Employer Obligation: The Government of India, as a model employer, has a moral and legal obligation to uphold the dignity and welfare of its retired employees. The omission of the word โPensionersโ is inconsistent with the Law and the directions of the Apex Court.
Therefore, we appeal for the deletion of the words โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemesโ and their replacement with the following term:
โTo examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, irrespective of the date of retirement.โ
The 8th CPC should also be mandated to review and recommend changes to other retirement benefits, such as the restoration of the commuted value of pension after 11 years and the grant of additional quantum of pension/family pension once every 5 years from the date of retirement, as recommended by the Parliamentary Standing Committee.
Restoration of the Old Pension Scheme
The approximately 26 lakh employees recruited after 01.04.2004, covered under the National Pension Scheme (NPS) or Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), are fervently demanding the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) under CCS Pension Rules, 1972 (now 2021). Dissatisfaction with the UPS/NPS remains high, with the vast majority preferring the OPS.
We appeal for the inclusion of a mandate in the ToR for the 8th CPC to examine the existing pension schemes and recommend the beneficial one, specifically addressing the demand for the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme
Extension of 8th CPC Benefits
The benefits of the 8th Central Pay Commission must be extended to centrally funded Autonomous and Statutory Bodies of the Government of India, as well as to the Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS), who serve as the backbone of the Postal Department. We request the inclusion of this extension within the ToR.
Interim Relief
We request the immediate grant of 20% as Interim Relief. This is necessary to offset losses due to the delay in the constitution and implementation of the 8th CPC recommendations, mitigate the effects of inflation, and boost the morale of the approximately 1.2 crores of Central Government employees who are vital to the functioning of the government machinery.
Comprehensive Health Schemes
The Commission should be mandated to review and recommend changes to the existing health scheme for Central Government employees and pensioners, including:
Extension of coverage to all employees working in Autonomous and Statutory Bodies of the Government of India.
The opening of more CGHS Wellness Centres across District Headquarters.
Ensuring cashless and hassle-free medical treatment to employees and pensioners.
Examining and suggesting changes to the CGHS scheme based on the recommendations of the Standing Committee of Parliament.
Sir, we are confident that the above proposals will be considered in their true perspective. We earnestly request your kind goodself to arrange for the issuance of appropriate amendments to the Terms of Reference (ToR) of the 8th CPC, ensuring the inclusion of all the aforementioned aspects.
With profound regards and gratitude,
Yours sincerely,
Sd/- Avinash Rajput Secretary General ,Bharat Pensioners Samaj
Copy to-: Dr. Jitendra Singh ji, Honโble Minister of State (PP), PMO India, The Secretary (DoP&PW), Govtof India. The Secretary, Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Govt of India.
Confederation Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment to Cover Pensioners
CONFEDERATION OF CENTRAL GOVT. EMPLOYEES & WORKERS New Delhi-110008
Ref: Confd. ToR-CPC-2025
Dated: 15th November-2025
To,
Shri Narendra Modi Ji, Honโble Prime Minister of India, Prime Ministerโs Office, South Block, Raisina Hill, New Delhi, Pin Code โ 110 011.
Sub: Request for amendment in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th Central Pay Commission and inclusion of pension revision for Pensioners and Family Pensioners within its purview โ reg.
Respected Sir,
With profound respect and warm greetings from the Confederation of Central Government Employees and Workerโs, which represents about 8 lacs of Central Government employees across 130 Departmentโs like Posts, Income tax, Audit, Survey, CGHS, CPWD, Census, BSI, GSI, ISRO etc., extend our heartfelt gratitude for the Constitution of 8th CPC committee and its Terms of Reference. Government of India, Ministry of Finance Vide itโs notification dated 03.11.2025, have published the formation of 8th Central Pay Commission along with its Terms of Reference (ToR).
We wish to bring to your kind notice certain vital aspects of the said Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th Central Pay Commission that merits for reconsideration and suitable Amendment in the larger interest of the serving employees and pensioners. We request for amendment to the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th Central Pay Commission and the following issues are needed to be addressed.
1) Date of effect of the recommendation of the 8th CPC. whereas in the Terms of Reference (ToR) given to the 8th CPC no such reference is made on the date of effect of the 8th CPC. You will appreciate that it is now an established fact that the Revision of the Central Government Employees wages, allowances and Pensionary benefits will take place once in 10 years. The Date of implementation of the previous CPCโs recommendations are given below for your kind ready reference.
In view of the above it is automatic and justified that the 8th CPC recommendations also, should be implemented w.e.f. 01.01.2026. The same may please be included in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th CPC.
2) Revision of Pension & Pensionary Benefits under the different Pension schemes & Deletion of the terminology of โUnfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemesโ from the Terms of Reference (ToR). There is no clarity on the existing 69 lakhs pensioners including family pensioners who have been covered under the Old Pension Scheme, Unified Pension Scheme & National Pension Scheme in Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th Central Pay Commission for their revision of pension, parity in pension or their other pensionary benefits including the period of restoration of commutation of pension etc.
It is requested that the Government may kindly include it in the Terms of Reference (ToR);
โTo examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, Parity in Pension in the case of employees who have retired on any date i.e. those who retired before 1/1/2026 or after 1/1/2026.
Our concern arises from the use of the phrase โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemesโ in Para (e)(ii) of the ToR, which neither mentions pensioners nor recognises their rights and interests within the Commissionโs scope. We believe this terminology is inappropriate, as it equates constitutionally and judicially protected pension entitlements with fiscal liabilities and departs from the humane, welfare-oriented approach followed by the Government in all earlier Pay Commissions. Pensioners perceive the existing TOR as negative and apprehend that the Govt is obliquely mandating the 8th CPC to weed out โall unfunded expenditureโ, assuming that contributions in the form of a portion of their salary alone could create such โfundingโ ignoring all the sweat and blood that the pensioners โcontributedโ to the Society and the Nation during their long service career.
It is pertinent to note that no such terminology (โunfunded schemeโ) has ever been used in reference to pensions of MPs, MLAs, Judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts, or other constitutional functionaries โ though their pensions too are non-contributory and drawn from the Consolidated Fund of India.
The Honโble Supreme Court of India had repeatedly affirmed it through various judgements.
The Honโble Supreme Court has said that: โPension is not a bounty to be paid at the employerโs whims; employer cannot wriggle out of responsibility by pleading paucity of fundsโ.
In the case of Vijay Kumar v. Central Bank of India, the Honโble Supreme Court ruled that pension is a constitutional right under Article 300A.
The Honโble Supreme Court stated that in DS Nakra Judgment, โpension is a social welfare measure rendering socio- economic justice to those who in the heyday of their life ceaselessly toiled for the employer on an assurance that in their old age they would not be left in the lurchโ.
The Honโble Supreme Court of India had repeatedly affirmed, more particularly in Deokinandan Prasad V/s State of Bihar 1971 โ Pension is a property right and cannot be withdrawn except by Authority of Law.
Pension constitutes a social welfare measure rendering socio-economic justice to employees, serving as assurance that they will not be left in lurch during old age, making it a constitutional obligation.
The Government of India as a model employer has a moral and legal obligation to uphold the dignity and welfare of its retired employees. It needs to be appreciated that omission of the word โPensionersโ from the ToR is inconsistent when the pension is Lawful and affirmed by the Apex level of Court.
Hence the โunfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemeโ does not apply for central government pensioners as the central government is a model employer and honours various Honโble Supreme Court directions and articles such as Article 300A, Article 21& Article 25 (1) and it is the recognition of the past service rendered to the government by pensioners & social obligations of the government of India.
Therefore, the words โunfunded cost of non-contributor schemesโ shall be deleted in the terms of reference and include in the Terms of Reference (TORS).
โTo examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, irrespective of the date of retirementโ.
The 8th CPC should also review and recommend the other retirement benefits, pensionary benefits such as the restoration of commuted value of pension after 11 years, grant of additional quantum of pension /family pension once in 5 years from the date of retirement as recommended by the Parliamentary Standing Committee, health care for pensioners. etc. The commission shall review and recommend changes to scheme of CGEGIS for Central Government employees & pensioners.
We appeal to the Honโble Prime Minister cause to include this demand in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th CPC.
3) Restoration of old pension scheme:
The restoration of the old pension scheme for those employees who were recruited after 1/4/2004 numbering 26 Lakhs covered under NPS or UPS. The Central Government Employees are fervently demanding for restoration of the Old Pension Scheme under CCS Pension Rules 1972 (now 2021) by replacing the NPS & UPS. Hardly about one lakh employees have switched over from NPS to UPS pension scheme hence these employees have expressed dissatisfaction of Unified Pension Scheme and all of them prefer the Old Pension Scheme only. However, in the 8th CPC Terms of Reference (ToR) the same is not included. We appeal to include this demand in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th CPC to examine the existing pension schemes and to recommend the beneficial one.
4) Extension of 8th Central Pay Commission:
The 8th Central Pay commission benefits shall be extended to centrally funded Autonomous and Statutory Bodies by the Government of India and to Gramin Dak Sevak (GDS) who are the backbone of the Postal Department. We request to include this demand in the Terms of Reference (ToR) of 8th CPC.
5) Interim Relief:
It is requested to grant 20% as interim relief with immediate effect, as there is delay in constitution of the 8th CPC and its implementation, so as to set off the losses of delay in implementation and inflationary trends to some extent and also boost the morale of about 1.2 crores of Central Government employees who run the government machinery will participate in the developmental activity with more enthusiasm.
6) Health schemes:
The commission shall review and recommend changes to the health scheme for Central Government employees & pensioners make it to cover all employees working in Autonomous and Statutory Bodies of the Government of India. The opening of more CGHS wellness centres across the districtโs headquarters and to ensure cashless and hassle-free medical treatment to employees and Pensioners. The commission also examine the recommendations of the standing committee of Parliament recommendations on CGHS shall be examined and suggest changes in CGHS scheme for Employees and Pensioners.
Sir, we are confident that the above proposals of ours will be considered in its true perspective and we request to your kind self to kindly arrange to issue appropriate amendments in the Terms of Reference (ToR) given to the 8th CPC, vide Gazette Notification dated 03.11.2025 ensuring inclusion of all the above aspects of the terms of reference.
With profound regards and gratitude,
Thanking you,
Yours Faithfully,
(S.B. Yadav) Secretary General
Copy to: โ
The Cabinet Secretary, Rashtrapati Bhawan, New Delhi -110004
The Secretary, DoP&T, Ministry of Personnel, P.G and Pension, North Block, New Delhi 110001
The Finance Secretary, 130, North Block, New Delhi 110004
CGEGIS Tables of Benefits from Oct 2025 to Dec 2025: FinMin O.M
No. 7(1)/EV/2023 Government of India Ministry of Financะต Department of Expenditure E-V Branch
New Delhi, the 12th November, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Sub: Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980 โ Tables of Benefits for the savings fund for the period from 01.10.2025 to 31.12.2025.
The Tables of Benefits for Savings Fund to the beneficiaries under the Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980, which are being issued on a quarterly basis from 01.01.2017 onwards, as brought out in this Ministryโs OM of even number dated 17.03.2017, for the quarter from 01.10.2025 to 31.12.2025, as worked out by IRDA based on the interest rate of 7.1% per annum (compounded quarterly) as notified by the Department of Economic Affairs as per their Resolution No. 5(3)-B(PD)/2023 dated 10.10.2025, are enclosed.
2. The Tables enclosed are of two categories as per the existing practice. As hitherto, the first Table of Benefits for the savings fund of the scheme is based on the subscription of Rs.10 p.m. from 1.1.1982 to 31.12.1989 and Rs.15 p.m. w.e.f. 1.1.1990 onwards. The second Table of Benefits for savings fund is based on a subscription of Rs.10 p.m. for those employees who had opted out of the revised rate of subscription w.e.f. 1.1.1990.
3. In so far as the persons serving in the Indian Audit and Accounts Department are concerned, these Orders are issued in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, as mandated under Article 148(5) of the Constitution of India.
