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8th Central Pay Commission: NC (JCM) Staff Side Circular on decisions and call for Memorandum Submission

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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 – 110001
E-Mail : [email protected]

No.NC-JCM-2025/8th CPC

November 17, 2025

To
All Members of National Council – JCM
&
Constituent Organizations of National Council – 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 – 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: –

  1. A letter from the Secretary Staff Side will be addressed to the Hon’ble Prime Minister with copy endorsed to the Hon’ble 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 “unfunded cost of non contributory Pension Scheme”.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).

  1. 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.
  2. The fitment factor for the existing employees
  3. Fixation of the highest salary
  4. Proposed pay structure and annual increment
  5. Fixation of pay on promotion and MACP
  6. Date of effect of the recommendations of the pay commission
  7. Revision of Special Pay granted to different categories
  8. 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.
  9. Classification of Posts
  10. Gramin Dak Sevaks
  11. Allowances and Advances
  12. Transport Allowance
  13. Deputation Duty Allowance
  14. Travelling Allowance and TA on Transfer
  15. Children Education Allowance
  16. Daily Allowance
  17. Overtime Allowance
  18. Risk Allowance / Risk and Hardship Matrix
  19. Night Duty Allowance
  20. Patient Care Allowance / Nursing Allowance
  21. Special Allowances in NE Region, High Altitude Allowance
  22. All types of Advances and any other additional advance to be added
  23. Housing facilities including HBA
  24. House Rent Allowance
  25. Promotion Policy and MACP Scheme
  26. Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme
  27. All Leave related issues
  28. Leave Travel concession
  29. Medical Facilities (CS MA Rules and CGHS)
  30. Women Employees
  31. Compassionate Ground Appointment
  32. Regularization of Contract / Casual / Fixed Term employment employees
  33. Bonus
  34. Parity between Central Secretariate and Field offices
  35. Transfer Policy
  36. Litigation on Service Matter
  37. Restoration of Old Pension Scheme
  38. 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
  39. Effective functioning of JCM Scheme at all levels and Grievance redressal Machinery etc
  40. 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.

    1. After the Staff Side of the National Council – 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

    OrganizationRepresentatives
    1. AIRF3 Representatives
    1. NFIR3 Representatives
    2. AIDEF2 Representatives
    3. INDWF1 Representative
    4. BPMS1 Representative
    5. CDRA1 Representative
    6. ITEF1 Representative
    7. Audit & Accounts1 Representative
    8. NFPE1 Representative
    9. FNPO1 Representative
    10. NAAF1 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 Hon’ble 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.

    With greetings

    Yours comradely,

    (Shiva Gopal Mishra)
    Secretary

    Also Read: Staff Side Seeks 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing & Family Pensioners

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    Staff Side Seeks 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing & Family Pensioners

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    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 – 110001
    E-Mail : nc.jcm.np[at]gmail.com

    No NC/JCM/8th CPC/2025

    November 17, 2025

    Shri Narendra Modi Ji,
    Hon’ble Prime Minister of India
    Prime Minister’s Office, South Block, Raisina Hill,
    New Delhi – 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 – 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.

    1. Omission of Employees’ Expectations in the ToR

    The ToR of the 8th CPC, as notified, particularly Clause 2.5 concerning emoluments, states:

    “To work out an emolument structure conducive to attracting talent to Government service, promoting efficiency, accountability and responsibility in the work culture.”

    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.

    “To 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 governance… with due regard to the expectations of stakeholders.”

    The exclusion of this crucial phrase “expectations of stakeholders” 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 “with due regard to the expectations of stakeholders.”

    Also Read: Confederation Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment to Cover Pensioners

    1. Inclusion of Pension Revision for Existing Pensioners and Family Pensioners

    The Hon’ble 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 CPC’s ToR specifically included the following:

    “To 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 recommendations…”

    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 Hon’ble 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).

    1. 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 CPC’s 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.

    1. Inappropriate Reference to “Unfunded Cost of Non-Contributory Pension Schemes”

    We also wish to invite attention to Para (e) (ii) of the ToR, which refers to the “unfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes.”

    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 Hon’ble Supreme Court has said that: “Pension is not a bounty to be paid at the employer’s whims; employer cannot wriggle out of responsibility by pleading paucity of funds”.

    In the case of Vijay Kumar v. Central Bank of India, the Hon’ble 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 Hon’ble 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: “Pension 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:

    “(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.”

    Such an amendment would reaffirm the dignity, rights, and recognition of the pensioners’ community for the past committed and devoted service rendered to the Government , and uphold the welfare-oriented spirit of our governance system.

    1. 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.

    1. 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 Government’s 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 “Viksit Bharat” 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: – 1. Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman, Hon’ble Minister of Finance, Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi

    The Cabinet Secretary, & Chairman National Council – 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

    For kind information & favourable action please

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    BPS Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Include Pensioners, Delete ‘Unfunded Cost’ Clause

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    BPS Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment: Include Pensioners, Delete ‘Unfunded Cost’ Clause

    BHARAT PENSIONERS’ SAMAJ
    (All India Federation of Pensioner’s Association)
    2/13-A – LGF Backside, Jangpura – ‘A’, New Delhi – 110 014

    Ref. No. BPS/8thCPC(ToR)/2025/02

    Date: 17th November, 2025

    To,

    Shri Narendra Modi Ji,
    Hon’ble Prime Minister of India,
    Prime Minister’s Office,
    South Block, Raisina Hill,
    New Delhi – 110 011

    Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman ji
    Hon’ble 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 “unfunded 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 & Pensioners’ 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.

    1. Inclusion of the Date of Effect for 8th CPC Recommendations

    It is now an established norm that the revision of Central Government employees’ wages, allowances, and pensionary benefits takes place once every ten years, with a consistent implementation date.

    Previous Implementation Dates:

    4th CPC: 01.01.1986
    5th CPC: 01.01.1999
    6th CPC: 01.01.2006
    7th CPC: 01.01.2016

    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.

    Also Read: Confederation Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment to Cover Pensioners

    1. 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:

    “To 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).”

    Also Read: Pensioners Seek Urgent Clarity on 8th Pay Commission’s Mandate: Bharat Pensioners Samaj

    B. Deletion of the Term “Unfunded Cost of Non-Contributory Pension Schemes”

    Our gravest concern arises from the use of the phrase “unfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes” in Para (e)(ii) of the ToR. This terminology fails to acknowledge the rights and interests of pensioners within the Commission’s scope and inappropriately equates constitutionally and judicially protected pension entitlements with mere fiscal liabilities.

    Judicial Precedence: The Hon’ble 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 “pension is a social welfare measure rendering socio-economic justice to those who in the heyday of their life ceaselessly toiled for the employer.”

    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 “Pensioners” is inconsistent with the Law and the directions of the Apex Court.

    Therefore, we appeal for the deletion of the words “unfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes” and their replacement with the following term:

    “To examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, irrespective of the date of retirement.”

    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.

    1. 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

    1. 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.

    1. 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.

    1. 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, Hon’ble Minister of State (PP), PMO India, The Secretary (DoP&PW), Govtof India.
    The Secretary, Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Govt of India.

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    Confederation Demands 8th CPC ToR Amendment to Cover Pensioners

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    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,
    Hon’ble Prime Minister of India,
    Prime Minister’s Office, South Block,
    Raisina Hill, New Delhi, Pin Code — 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 – reg.

    Respected Sir,

    With profound respect and warm greetings from the Confederation of Central Government Employees and Worker’s, which represents about 8 lacs of Central Government employees across 130 Department’s 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 it’s 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 CPC’s recommendations are given below for your kind ready reference.

    4th CPC – 01.01.1986
    5th CPC – 01.01.1996
    6th CPC – 01.01.2006
    7th CPC – 01.01.2016.

    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 “Unfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes” 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);

    “To 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 “unfunded cost of non-contributory pension schemes” in Para (e)(ii) of the ToR, which neither mentions pensioners nor recognises their rights and interests within the Commission’s 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 “all unfunded expenditure”, assuming that contributions in the form of a portion of their salary alone could create such “funding” ignoring all the sweat and blood that the pensioners “contributed” to the Society and the Nation during their long service career.

    It is pertinent to note that no such terminology (“unfunded scheme”) has ever been used in reference to pensions of MPs, MLAs, Judges of the Supreme Court or High Courts, or other constitutional functionaries – though their pensions too are non-contributory and drawn from the Consolidated Fund of India.

    The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India had repeatedly affirmed it through various judgements.

    The Hon’ble Supreme Court has said that: “Pension is not a bounty to be paid at the employer’s whims; employer cannot wriggle out of responsibility by pleading paucity of funds”.

    In the case of Vijay Kumar v. Central Bank of India, the Hon’ble Supreme Court ruled that pension is a constitutional right under Article 300A.

    The Hon’ble Supreme Court stated that in DS Nakra Judgment, “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”.

    The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India had repeatedly affirmed, more particularly in Deokinandan Prasad V/s State of Bihar 1971 – 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 “Pensioners” from the ToR is inconsistent when the pension is Lawful and affirmed by the Apex level of Court.

    Hence the ‘unfunded cost of non-contributory pension scheme’ does not apply for central government pensioners as the central government is a model employer and honours various Hon’ble 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 ‘unfunded cost of non-contributor schemes’ shall be deleted in the terms of reference and include in the Terms of Reference (TORS).

    “To examine the principles which should govern the structure of pension and other retirement benefits, including revision of pension, irrespective of the date of retirement”.

    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 Hon’ble 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 district’s 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: –

    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

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    CGEGIS Tables of Benefits from Oct 2025 to Dec 2025: FinMin O.M

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    CGEGIS Tables of Benefits from Oct 2025 to Dec 2025: FinMin O.M

    No. 7(1)/EV/2023
    Government of India
    Ministry of Financе
    Department of Expenditure
    E-V Branch

    New Delhi, the 12th November, 2025

    OFFICE MEMORANDUM

    Sub: Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980 – 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 Ministry’s 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.

    4. Hindi version of the order is attached.

    Sd/-
    (Praveen Ranjan)
    Director

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    Submission of Annual Life Certificate in respect of pensioners/family pensioners living abroad: DOPPW

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    Submission of Annual Life Certificate in respect of pensioners/family pensioners living abroad: DOPPW

    11/1/2025-P&PW(H)-VI
    Government of India
    Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
    Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare

    3rd floor, Lok Nayak Bhavan
    Khan Market, New Delhi
    31st October, 2025

    OFFICE MEMORANDUM

    Subject: Submission of Annual Life Certificate in respect of pensioners/family pensioners living abroad.

    Every Central Government pensioner/family pensioner has to submit Annual Life Certificate in the month of November for further continuation of pension/family pension. In the case of a pensioner/family pensioner residing abroad, the following methods are available for submission of life certificate

    i. In the case of a pensioner/family pensioner residing abroad and drawing his pension/family pension through any bank included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the life certificate may be signed by a designated officer of the Bank. A pensioner/family pensioner gets exemption from personal appearance subject to production of Life Certificate signed by the above mentioned designated officer of the bank.

    ii. A pensioner/family pensioner not residing in India in respect of whom his duly authorized agent produces a life certificate signed by a Magistrate, a Notary, a Banker or a Diplomatic Representative of India is exempted from personal appearance.

    iii. In case of NRI pensioners/family pensioners who are unable to come to India for personal identification, pension/family pension may be allowed on the basis of a certificate to be issued by an authorized official of the Indian Embassy/High Commission of India or Consul of Indian Consulate in the country where the pensioner/family pensioner is residing. This certificate is to be issued on verification of Pensioner/Family Pensioner on the basis of photograph pasted in the PPO or on the basis of photograph pasted on the Passport or any other such document (CPAO SCHEME BOOKLET PARA No. 16, pg. 44 – PAYMENT OF PENSION TO NRI PENSIONERS).

    iv. In case the pensioner/family pensioner is unable to visit the Embassy of India/Consulate, he/she may submit requisite documents by post to the Embassy/Consulate, including Doctor’s Certificate showing the pensioner’s/family pensioner’s inability to present himself/herself in person. Embassy of India/High Commission/ Indian Consulate may also assist pensioners/family pensioners in submission of the Life Certificate. (CPAO SCHEME BOOKLET PARA No. 16, pg. 44 – Payment of Pension to NRI Pensioners -SCHEME FOR PAYMENT OF PENSIONS To CENTRAL GOVERNMENT CIVIL PENSIONERS By AUTHORISED BANKS (Fifth Edition, July 2021)

    Sd/-
    (Subhash Chander)
    Under Secretary to the Govt. of India
    Tel. No. 24644631

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    Standing Committee (Staff Side), National Council JCM: Meeting for Discussion on 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Matters

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    Standing Committee (Staff Side), National Council JCM: Meeting for Discussion on 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) Matters

    Shiva Gopal Mishra
    Secretary

    Ph.: 23382286
    National Council (Staff Side)
    Joint Consultative Machinery
    13-C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi – 110001
    E-Mail : nc.jom.np[at]gmail.com

    No.NC-JCM-2025/8th CPC

    November 7, 2025

    All Standing Committee members
    of the National Council (Staff Side) JCM

    Dear Comrade,

    As you are aware that the notification regarding the formation of the Eighth Pay Commission has been issued by the Government of India vide its Gazette Notification dated 3/11/2025.

    Hence, it has been decided that a meeting of Standing Committee members of National Council JCM (Staff Side) regarding for discussion relating to 8th CPC matter to be held on 15/11/2025 at 11.00 a.m, at the Secretariate of National Council (Staff Side) -JCM, 13-C, Ferozshah Road New Delhi.

    All Standing Committee members of National Council (Staff Side)- JCM are requested to attend the said meeting on the date and time referred to above.

    Yours fraternally,

    Sd/-
    (Shiva Gopal Mishra)
    Secretary

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    DOPPW clarification on deletion of name of daughter from the family details of a Central Government pensioner

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    DOPPW Clarification on deletion of name of daughter from the family details of a Central Government pensioner

    11/1/2025-P&PW(H)-VII
    Government of India
    Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
    Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare

    3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
    Khan Market, New Delhi-110 003

    Date: 31-10-2025

    OFFICE MEMORANDUM

    Subject: Clarification on deletion of name of daughter from the family details of a Central Government pensioner.

    The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM No. 11/1 5/2022-P&PW(H)-8363(H) dated 30-10-2024 regarding clarification on deletion of name of daughter from the family details of a Central Government Pensioner.

    2. Rule 50 (15) of the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 provides that as soon as a Government servant enters Government service, he shall give details of his family in Form 4 to the Head of Office, which shall include all relevant details relating to spouse, all children, parents and disabled siblings (whether or not eligible for family pension). This Rule further provides that the Government servant shall submit the up to date details of the family in Form 4 again along with the pension papers, before retirement from Government service.

    3. References were received seeking clarification in respect of deletion of name of the daughter from the details of family members after retirement of the Government servant.

    4. It has been clarified by this Department vide OM No. 3(2)/2022-P&PW(H)-7942 dated 07-10-2022 that the Government servant/pensioner shall submit details of all member of family whether or not eligible for family pension. The daughter is deemed to be a member of the family of Government servant as and when intimated by the Government servant in the prescribed proforma. Hence, the name of the daughter shall remain included in the details of family members. The eligibility for family pension would be decided after demise of pensioner/family pensioners in accordance with the existing rules5. All Ministries/Departments are requested that the above provisions may be brought to the notice of the personnel dealing with the pensionary benefits in the Ministry/Department and attached/subordinate offices thereunder for compliance.

    (Subhash Chander)
    Under Secretary to the Govt. of India

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    Procedure for Pension Authorization: Government Servants Unable to Submit Forms Due to Infirmity: DOPPW O.M

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    Procedure for Pension Authorization: Government Servants Unable to Submit Forms Due to Infirmity

    11/1/2025-P&PW(H)-IV
    Government of India
    Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
    Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare

    3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
    Khan Market, New Delhi-110 003
    Date: 31-10-2025

    OFFICE MEMORANDUM

    Subject: Processing of cases for authorization of pension/family pension in respect of a Government servant who is not in a position to submit the pension forms on account of any bodily or mental infirmity-reg.

    The undersigned is directed to refer to this Department’s OM No. 11/15/2022-P&PW(H)-8363 (III) dated 24-10-2024 vide which instructions relating to obtaining pension claim, in respect of a Government servant, who is not in a position to submit the pension forms on account of any bodily or mental infirmity, in accordance with Rule 57(3) of CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 and further processing of these Forms in accordance with Rule 59(2) read with Rule 80(5) of these Rules were communicated to Ministries/Departments for information and necessary compliance.

    2. It is noticed that the above provisions are not being followed strictly by Ministries/Departments and grievances are being received from retired Government servants/family members.

    3. All Ministries/Departments are, therefore, again requested that the above provisions may be brought to the notice of the personnel dealing with the pensionary benefits in the Ministry/Department and attached/subordinate offices thereunder for compliance.

    (Subhash Chander)
    Under Secretary to the Govt. of India
    Tele. No. 24644631

    To
    All Ministries/Departments/Organizations (As per standard list)

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    Timelines related to finalization of pension cases: CGA

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    Timelines related to finalization of pension cases

    TA-3-07001/2/2021-TA-CGA/e-5365/387
    Ministry of Financе
    Department of Expenditure
    Controller General of Accounts
    Mahalekha Niyantrak Bhawan
    ‘E’ Block, GPO Complex, INA, New Delhi-110023

    Dated: 31.10.2025

    OFFICE MEMORANDUM

    Subject: Timelines related to finalization of pension cases.

    Reference is invited to this Office Memorandum dated 24.06.2025, wherein all the offices were requested to adhere to the timelines related to finalization and disbursement of pension.

    2.It has been observed that discrepancies in pay fixations are often noticed at a very late stage, resulting in huge recoveries from the employees at the fag end of their service, causing severe hardships.

    3.Rule 63(1)(c) of CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 limits a Pay & Accounts Officer to verify the correctness of emoluments only upto twenty-four months before the date of retirement. However, the same should be read with the following instructions laid down at para 5 of DOPT’s OM dated 03.10.2022 on recovery of wrongful/excess payments made to Government Service.

    i. Ministries/Departments/Offices may exercise extreme caution and take suitable measures while handling pay fixation of their employees as also in other cases involving payments so as to ensure that such lapses/mistakes do not occur;

    ii. Pay fixation orders issued due to grant of MACP/ ACP/ financial upgradation/ increment/ promotion etc may necessarily be audited by the internal audit and/or the Pay & Accounts Office concerned within 3 months of issuing such orders; and

    iii. In cases where the employee is due to retire within next 4 years, audit of previous pay fixation orders and verification of service should be done on priority.

    4. The above provisions are also laid down under para 2.16.3.2 and 2.16.3.3 of Civil Accounts Manual, 2024.

    5. In light of the above extant codal provisions, all the Pr.CCAs/CCAs/Dy.CAs (IC) are requested to direct their respective Internal Audit team to conduct the mandatory internal audit of all the cases mentioned above. Compliance of the above may be ensured, and a detailed report to that effect may be provided to this office by 31st March 2026.

    6.This issues with the approval of the competent authority.

    (Sanchita Shukla)
    Jt. Controller General of Accounts

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