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Extension of benefits of ‘Fixed Medical Allowance’ to the Central Government employees covered under the Unified Pension Scheme

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Extension of benefits of ‘Fixed Medical Allowance’ to the Central Government employees covered under the Unified Pension Schem

No. 04/07/2020-P&PW(D) /6455
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, P.G. and Pensions
Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare

Lok Nayak Bhawan, Khan Market,
New Delhi, the 13th March, 2026

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Extension of benefits of ‘Fixed Medical Allowance’ to the Central Government employees covered under the Unified Pension Scheme – reg.

The undersigned is directed to refer to the Ministry of Finance, Department of Financial Service’s Notification No. FS-1/3/2023-PR dated 24.01.2025 regarding introduction of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as an option under NPS for the recruits to the Central Government civil service w.e.f. 01.04.2025 giving one time option to the Central Government employees covered under the National Pension System (NPS) for inclusion under the Unified Pension Scheme.

2. Accordingly, it is clarified that the Central Government employees covered by Unified Pension Scheme as an option under the National Pension System shall be eligible for benefit of ‘Fixed Medical Allowance’ in accordance with this Department’s OM No. 04/07/2020-P&PW(D) dated 06.12.2023. The Central Government employees covered under UPS shall be governed by the same terms, conditions and procedure as are provided in the aforesaid OM dated 06.12.2023 and subsequent amendment dated 07.02.2025 vide which the benefit of Fixed Medical Allowance was extended to Central Government employees covered under NPS.

3. This issues in consultation with of Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure vide ID Note No. 18(2)/EV/2021 dated 05.01.2026 and Department of Financial Services vide ID Note No. FX-11/14/2025-PR dated the 03rd March, 2026.

4. In so far as the persons serving in the Indian Audit and Accounts Department are concerned, these orders are issued in consultation with Comptroller and Auditor General of India, as mandated under Article 148(5) of the Constitution
of India.

5. Hindi version will follow.

(Amit Sharma)
Director

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8th Pay Commission: NC JCM Staff Side Submits Memorandum Proposing ₹69,000 Minimum Pay and 3.833 Fitment Factor

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8th Pay Commission: NC JCM Staff Side Submits Memorandum Proposing ₹69,000 Minimum Pay and 3.833 Fitment Factor

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No.NC-JCM-2026/8th CPC

April 14, 2026

To
All Member of the National Council JCM (Staff Side),
Constituent organizations of NC JCM
&
Drafting Committee Members
to prepare 8th CPC memorandum on behalf of Staff Side of NC JCM

Sub:- Forwarding of the memorandum on 8 Questions / Themes submitted by Staff Side of NC JCM to the 8th CPC

Dear Comrades,

The final meeting of the Drafting Committee on 8th CPC was held on 13/04/2026 at J.P. Choubey Memorial Library (AIRF Office Premises), 4 Sate Entry Road, New Delhi. the Drafting Committee finalize the memorandum to be submitted to the 8th CPC and accordingly the same has been uploaded in the portal of 8th CPC. We are forwarding a copy of the same along with word format for onward submission by the Constituent Organization and its affiliates.

Also Read : 8th Pay Commission Latest News

As you are aware we have covered all the common service matters of Central Government employees and pension related matters of the pensioners, As regards Departmental issues, upgradation of Pay Scales of different categories, Department specific allowances / benefits / facilities etc have to be submitted by the respective Organizations in their memorandum.

We have requested 8th CPC the following for their favourable consideration:-

1. In Q7 and Q.8 the number of characters may be increase from 10000 to 20000.

2. The constituent Organizations of the National Council – JCM will submit their memorandum on the basis of the memorandum formulated by the Staff Side of the National Council – JCM on common service matters. Apart from this they have to submit their departmental issues and also the cadre structure / Career Progression 1 Promotion of different categories and hence the time limit given for submission of the memorandum may be extended up to 31/05/2026 as already requested by us.

A copy of NC-JCM letter dated /04/2026 is enclosed herewith for your information. With greetings,

Yours comradely,

(Shiva Gopal Misira)
Secretary

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8th CPC Official Visit to Delhi: Stakeholder Consultations Scheduled for 28th 29th and 30th April

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8th CPC Official Visit to Delhi: Stakeholder Consultations Scheduled for 28th 29th and 30th April

No.25/2/2026-App/8CPC
Government of India
Eighth Central Pay Commission

11th April, 2026

NOTICE

The Eighth Central Pay Commission shall schedule interactions at Delhi on 28th 29th and 30th April, 2026 (Tuesday-Thursday). Interested Unions/Associations desirous of interacting with the Commission at Delhi may kindly submit memorandum at Commission’s website (8cpc.gov.in) and thereafter, submit their request seeking an appointment at [email protected] on or before 20th April, 2026, alongwith ‘unique memo Id’ generated after submitting memorandum. Venue – details and meeting schedule shall be intimated subsequently.

Also Read: 8th CPC Official Visit to Pune: Stakeholder Consultations Scheduled for May 4 & 5

2. Please note that the Commission shall be holding more meetings at Delhi and at various other States in due course.

(Abhay N Sahay)
Deputy Secretary
Eighth Central Pay Commission

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8th CPC Official Visit to Pune: Stakeholder Consultations Scheduled for May 4 & 5

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8th CPC Official Visit to Pune: Stakeholder Consultations Scheduled for May 4 & 5

No.25/3/2026-App/8CPC
Government of India
Eighth Central Pay Commission

11th April, 2026

NOTICE

The Eighth Central Pay Commission shall be visiting Pune, Maharashtra on 4th and 5th May, 2026 (Monday and Tuesday). Interested stakeholders including Central Government Organizations /Institutions and Unions / Associations desirous of interacting with the Commission at Pune may kindly submit memorandum at Commission’s website(8cpc.gov.in) and thereafter, submit their request seeking an appointment at [email protected] on or before 20th April, 2026, alongwith `unique memo Id’ generated after submitting memorandum. Venue details and meeting schedule shall be intimated subsequently.

2. Please note that the Commission shall be holding separate meetings at Mumbai, Maharashtra and at various other States in due course.

Anand Kum Jha
Director
Eighth Central Pay Commission

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CGEGIS Tables of Benefits from Jan 2026 to March 2026

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CGEGIS Tables of Benefits from Jan 2026 to March 2026

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

New Delhi, the 07th April, 2026

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Central Government Employees Group Insurance Scheme-1980 – Tables of Benefits for the savings fund for the period from 01.01.2026 to 31.03.2026.

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 01.01.2026 to 31.03.2026, 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 09.01.2026, 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 these orders is attached.

(Praveen Ranjan)
Director

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8CPC Office Memorandum: Engagement of Consultants on Contractual Basis

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8CPC Office Memorandum: Engagement of Consultants on Contractual Basis

The Eighth Central Pay Commission (8CPC) has issued an office memorandum dated April 10, 2026, inviting applications for the engagement of Consultants on a contractual basis. The commission is tasked with recommending emolument structures for various categories of government officers, employees, and pensioners.

Engagement Categories and Eligibility

The following table outlines the three classifications for consultants based on experience and age as of April 1, 2026:

CategoryRelevant ExperienceUpper Age LimitMax Strength
Sr. Consultant10+ Years45 Years5
Consultant6+ Years40 Years5
Young Professional4+ Years32 Years10

Essential Qualifications:

  • Education: Candidates must hold a Master’s/MBA in Finance, HR, or Industrial Relations, or an LL.B with relevant legal research or service matter experience.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in Excel/spreadsheets and preparing presentations is mandatory for all categories.
  • Preference: Given to those with experience in pay structures, compensation packages, or establishment matters.

Remuneration Structure

Consultants may be engaged on a full-time or part-time basis with fixed monthly fees:

CategoryFull-TimePart-Time (12 days/month)Part-Time (6 days/month)
Sr. Consultant1,80,000/-90,000/-45,000/-
Consultant1,20,000/-60,000/-30,000/-
Young Professional90,000/-45,000/-22,500/-
  • Taxes: Income tax and other applicable cesses will be deducted at source (TDS).
  • Travel: While no TA/DA is provided for joining or interviews, domestic travel for official work is reimbursed based on Pay Level 10 (Young Professionals) or Level 11 (Consultants/Sr. Consultants) entitlements.

Key Conditions of Engagement

  • Tenure: Initially for one year or the tenure of the Commission, whichever is less. Extensions are performance-based.
  • Scope of Work: Includes analyzing pay structures, reviewing existing emoluments, legal research, data collation from ministries, and estimating fiscal impacts.
  • Leave: Full-time consultants are eligible for 8 days of leave per year, accrued on a pro-rata basis.
  • Confidentiality: Consultants are bound by the Indian Official Secret Act, 1923. They are strictly prohibited from sharing any data on public domains, AI tools, or social media.
  • Termination: Consultants must provide 15 days’ notice to resign. The Commission reserves the right to terminate services at any time without notice or assigned reason.

Application Process

  • How to Apply: Applications must be submitted online via the NIC Forms link

Confederation Urges Finance Minister to Address Delay in DA/DR Declaration w.e.f. January 2026

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Confederation Urges Finance Minister to Address Delay in DA/DR Declaration w.e.f. January 2026

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Ref: Confd. DA-DR /2026

Dated: 08.04.2026

To
Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman Ji,
Hon’ble Finance Minister,
Government of India,
Ministry of Finance,
North Block New Delhi.

Sub: Declaration of DA/DR –reg.

Respected Madam,

The Confederation of Central Government Employees and Worker’s would like to draw your kind attention towards non declaration of Due installments of DA/DR w.e.f. 01.01.2026, normally it used to be declared in the last week of March and Arrears of the three months paid in first week of April every year.

Severe discontent and apprehensions is there amongst the Employees and Pensioners, over delay in declaration of the same.

The Confederation beseech your personal intervention in the matter and request to your good self to kindly cause the Declaration/Issuance of the DA/DR orders at theearliest.

With Profound Regards,

Yours faithfully,
(S.B. Yadav)
Secretary General

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Declaration of Holiday on 14th April, 2026 – Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar: DOPT

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Holiday on 14th April, 2026- Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

F. No.12/4/2020-JCA
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances &Pensions
(Department of Personnel & Training)
Pers. Policy (JCA) Section

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2nd Floor, ‘B’ Wing, Lok Nayak Bhawan, New Delhi
Dated the 9th April, 2026.

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Declaration of Holiday on 14th April, 2026- Birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar.

It has been decided to declare 14th April, 2026 (Tuesday), a holiday on account of the birthday of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, for all Central Government Offices including Industrial Establishments throughout India.

2. All Ministries/Departments of Government of India may bring the above decision to the notice of all concerned.

(Amit Pankaj)
Director

To,

1. All Ministries/ Departments of the Government of India.
2. UPSC / CVC/C86AG / National Commission for Linguistic Minorities / National Commission for Scheduled Castes/National Commission for Scheduled Tribes/ National Commission for Minorities/ President’s Secretariat / Vice President’s Secretariat/ Supreme Court / High Court / Central Administrative Tribunal / Central Information Commission/Prime Minister’s Office / Cabinet Secretariat / Election Commission of India / National Human Rights Commission / National Commission for Women /National Commission for Backward Classes / Niti Ayog / Lok Sabha Secretariat /Rajya Sabha Secretariat.
3. All Sections / Officers in the Ministry of Personnel, PG 86 Pensions
4. All attached Offices / Subordinate Offices / Autonomous bodies of Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions.
5. Secretary, Staff Side, National Council (JCM), 13-C Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi (with 10 spare copies)
6. Reserve Bank of India, Parliament Street, New Delhi.
7. Chairman / Secretaries, Central Government Employee Welfare Coordination Committees.
8. PIO, PIB, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi, with the request that necessary publicity may be given in this regard.
9. Facilitation Centre, DOP86T (20 copies) 10. NIC (DOP86T) with the request to place this O.M. on the Website of DOPT.(www.persmin.nic.in)

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Paid Holiday : General Election to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, 2026

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Paid Holiday : General Election to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, 2026

F. No. 12/1/2022-JCA
Government of India
Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
(Department of Personnel & Training)
Pers. Policy (JCA) Section

2nd Floor, B Wing, Lok Nayak Bhawan,
Khan Market, New Delhi.
April 6, 2026

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: General Election to the Legislative Assemblies of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, 2026 and Bye-Elections to 8 Assembly Constituencies of various States, 2026 – Paid Holiday – regarding

The undersigned is directed to say that the Election Commission of India has informed vide its letter No.78/EPS/2026 dated 16.03.2026 regarding General Election to the Legislative Assembly of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal and Puducherry, 2026 and letter no. 78/EPS/2026 dated 16.03.2026, regarding bye-elections to 8 Assembly Constituencies of various States, 2026. The date of Poll in States of Assam , Kerala and UT of Puducherry has been fixed on 09.04.2026 (Thursday). The date of poll in State of Tamil) Nadu has been fixed on 23.04.2026 (Thursday). The dates of Poll in State of West Bengal have fixed on 23.04.2026 (Thursday) and 29.04.2026 (Wednesday).

2. The date of Poll in the Assembly Constituencies going for bye-polls in States of Goa {21-Panda}, Karnataka {24-Bagalkot and 107-Davanagere South},Nagaland {28-Koridang (ST)} and Tripura {56-Dharmanagar} has been fixed on 09.04.2026 (Thursday) and in States of Gujarat {111-Umreth} and Maharashtra {223-Rahuri and 201-Baramati} has been fixed on 23.04.2026 (Thursday).

3. As per the guidelines issued by DoPT vide OM No. 12/14/99- JCA dated 10th October, 2001, the following instructions on closing of the Central Government Offices including Industrial Establishments in connection with elections/bye elections are given below:-

i. The Central Government Offices including Industrial Establishments shall remain closed on the day of poll in the notified areas where general election to the State Legislative Assembly is scheduled to be conducted.

ii. In connection with the bye-election to Assembly Constituencies, only such of the employees, who are bona-fide voters in the relevant constituency should be granted Special Casual Leave on the day of polling.

iii. Special Casual Leave may also be granted to an employee, who is ordinarily a resident of constituency and registered as a voter but employed in any Central Government Organization / Industrial Establishment located outside the constituency having general / bye- election.

  1. The above instructions may be brought to the notice of all concerned.

(Amit Rarikaj)
Director GCA)

To

  1. All Ministries / Departments of Government of India.
  2. The Chief Secretaries of the States Government of Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, Goa, Gujrat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland and Tripura.
  3. UPSC/CVC/C&AG/Lok Sabha Secretariat/Rajya Sabha Secretariat/ President’s Secretariat /Vice President’s Secretariat/PM’s Office/Supreme Court/ Gauhati High Court {High Court of Kerala/ Madras High Court / Kolkata High Court {High Court of Bombay at Goa/High Court of Gujrat/High Court of Karnataka/ Bombay High Court / Kohima Bench of Gauhati High Court and Tripura High Court.
  4. All attached and subordinate offices of Ministry of Personnel, P.G. & Pensions /MHA
  5. Secretary, Staff Side, National Council QCM), 13-C, Ferozeshah Road, New Delhi
  6. National Commission for Scheduled Castes / National Commission for Scheduled Tribes / National Commission for Backward Classes
  7. Chairmen/Secretaries, Central Government Employees Welfare Coordination Committee, in the States Assam, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Puducherry, Goa, Gujrat, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Nagaland and Tripura.
  8. The Election Commission of India, New Delhi – w.r.t. letter No. 78/EPS/2026 dated 15.03.2026 and 78/EPS/2026 dated 15.03.2026

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GPF interest rate from April 2026 to June 2026

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GPF interest rate from April 2026 to June 2026

(TO BE PUBLISHED IN PART | SECTION 1 OF GAZETTE OF INDIA)
F.NO. 5(3)-B(PD)/2023
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Economic Affairs
(Budget Division)

New Delhi, the April, 2026

RESOLUTION

It is announced for general information that during the year 2026-27, accumulations at the credit of subscribers to the General Provident Fund and other similar funds shall carry interest at the rate of 7.1% (Seven point one percent) w.e.f. 1st April, 2026 to 30th June, 2026, This rate will be in force w.ef. 1 April, 2026. The funds concerned are:

GPF Interest Rates

  1. The General Provident Fund (Central Services).
  2. The Contributory Provident Fund (India).
  3. The All india Services Provident Fund.
  4. The State Railway Provident Fund.
  5. The General Provident Fund (Defence Services).
  6. The Indian Ordnance Department Provident Fund.
  7. The Indian Ordnance Factories Workmen’s Provident Fund.
  8. The Indian Naval Dockyard Workmen’s Provident Fund.
  9. The Defence Services Officers Provident Fund.
  10. The Armed Forces Personnel Provident Fund.
  11. 2 Ordered that the Resolution be published in Gazette of India

Sd/-
(Vyasan R)
Joint Secretary to the Govt of india

To,
The Manager, (Technical Branch)
Government of India Press, Minto Road, Delhi.
F.No.§(3)-B(PD)/2023

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