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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

Small Savings Schemes interest rates from Apr 2026 to June 2026

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Small Savings Schemes interest rates from Apr 2026 to June 2026

SB Order No. 01/2026

F.No 113-03/2024
Government of India
Ministry of Communications
Department of Posts
(Financial Services Division)

Dak Bhawan, New Delhi-110001
Dated: 30.03.2026

To

All Head of Circles/Regions

Subject: Revision of interest rates for Small Savings Schemes w.e.f. 01.04.2026

Madam / Sir,

The undersigned is directed to intimate that, vide memorandum No. 1/4/2019-NS dated 30.03.2026 (copy enclosed), Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs (Budget Division) has informed that the rates of interest on various Small Savings Schemes (National Savings Schemes) for the first quarter of financial year 2026-27 (starting from 1st April, 2026 and ending on 30th June, 2026) shall remain unchanged from those notified for the fourth quarter (1st January, 2026 to 31st March, 2026) of FY 2025-26.

2. It is requested to circulate it to all concerned for information and necessary guidance. This may also be placed on the notice board of all Post Offices in public area.

3. This issues with the approval of the Competent Authority.

Sd/-
(Devender Kumar Sharma)
Assistant Director (SB-II)

F.No.1/4/2019-NS
Government of India
Ministry of Finance
Department of Economic Affairs
(Budget Division)

Kartvya Bhawan – 1, New Delhi
Dated: 30.03.2026

OFFICE MEMORANDUM

Subject: Revision of interest rates for Small Savings Schemes – reg.

The rates of interest on various Small Savings Schemes for the first quarter of FY 2026-27 starting from 1st April, 2026 and ending on 30th June, 2026 shall remain unchanged from those notified for the fourth quarter (1st January, 2026 to 31st March, 2026) of FY 2025-26.

This has the approval of the competent authority.

(Masroor Ahmad)
Deputy Secretary (Budget)
Tele-01124013082

To,

1. The Secretary, Department of Expenditure, Kartvya Bhawan – 1, New Delhi2. The Secretary, Department of Posts, Dak Bhawan, New Delhi.
3. The Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Jeevan Deep Building, New Delhi.4. The Secretary, Department of Revenue, Kartvya Bhawan 1, New Delhi.
5. The Secretary, Department of Economic Affairs, Kartvya Bhawan – 1, New Delhi.6. The Chief General Manager (DGBA), Reserve Bank of India, Central Office, Mumbai
7. The Reserve Bank of India, Central Account Section, Additional Office Building, East High Court Road, Civil Lines, P.B. No.15, Nagpur – 440 0018. Chief Secretaries of States / UT Government.
9. The Joint Director, National Savings Institute, New Delhi.
InstrumentRates of interest
Savings Deposit4
1 Year Time Deposit6.9
2 Year Time Deposit7
3 Year Time Deposit7.1
4 Year Time Deposit7.5
5 Year Recurring Deposit6.7
Senior Citizen Savings Scheme8.2
Monthly Income Account Scheme7.4
National Savings Certificate7.7
Public Provident Fund Scheme7.1
Kisan Vikas Patra7.5 (will mature in 115 months)
Sukanya Samriddhi Account Scheme8.2

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NC JCM Urges 8th CPC to Share Key Deliberation Points for Constructive Staff Side Memorandums

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NC JCM Urges 8th CPC to Share Key Deliberation Points for Constructive Staff Side Memorandums

Shiva Gopal Mishra
Secretary

National Council (Staff Side)
Joint Consultative Machinery
for Central Government Employees
13- C, Ferozshah Road, New Delhi – 110001

No.NC-JCM-2026/8th CPC

April 1, 2026

To

Shri Pankaj Jain, Member Secretary
8th Central Pay Commission
7th Floor, Chanderlok Building,
Janpath, New Delhi.

Sub: Forwarding of important points for the consideration of 8th CPC so as to enable the Staff Side of NC JCM / Unions / Federations / Associations / employees to submit the memorandum to the 8th CPC in a constructive manner.

Ref: This Office letter of even number dated 11/03/2026

In continuation of our above referred letter and also our informal meeting with your goodself I wish to draw your kind attention on certain important issues concerning the submission process and the 9 themes given by the 8th CPC for submission of memorandum to the 8th CPC. These concerns are being widely expressed by the stakeholders and require necessary modifications to ensure a more inclusive, comprehensive and effective submission system.

  1. Word limit

The current limit of 3500 characters which is equivalent to 500 words is insufficient to adequately present our detailed views, logic, data and justifications on complex matters. It is therefore requested that the word limit may be extended at least up to 1000 words for each theme to enable meaningful and complete submissions.

  1. Provisions to sub questions / sub titles under the 9 themes

At present the structured format does not clearly facilitate responses to all sub questions / sub titles under each main question / theme. A structured provision should be made to ensure that the respondents can address each sub question systematically without any restrictions.

  1. Provisions for submitting views for review of NPS / UPS and for restoration of Old Pension Scheme

The employees who are governed under NPS and who have opted for UPS are having innumerable problems / grievance and issues and the Government employees should not be subjected to a contributory Pension Scheme. The popular demand of the Central Government Employees is for restoration of the non-contributory Pension Scheme under CCS (Pension) Rules 1972 (now 2021). Therefore a provision may be made to submit the stakeholders views in this regard.

  1. Inclusion of pensioners issues

Considering the significant role and concerns of pensioners, a dedicated provision should be made to specifically address pension related issues, including retirement benefits, revisions, parity in pension, Restoration of the commuted value of pension, enhancement of pension and other welfare measures.

  1. Welfare provisions on women employees

A separate section should be incorporated to address issues related to women employees, including safety, maternity benefits, menstrual welfare, CCL issues, workplace equity and welfare schemes.

  1. Department specific issues

Different departments under the Government of India face unique problems / challenges / operations issues and cadre specific issues. Therefore, a provision should be made to allow submissions on department specific concerns for better policy formulation.

  1. Extension of date

The date for submission of the separate memorandum on department-specific issues may be extended up to 31-05-2026 since the Staff Side of NC (JCM), Federations, Unions and Associations requires some time for consultation with their constituent organizations/affiliates who are spread over the length and breadth of the country.

  1. Enhancement of attachment size limit

The current attachment size limit of 2 MB is restrictive, especially when submitting detailed documents, reports and data annexures. It is requested that the limit may please be increased to at least 10 MB to facilitate comprehensive submissions.

  1. Provisions for submitting the memorandum through E-mail and hard copy by the Stakeholders.

In addition to online submission of the memorandum, Stakeholders especially the Staff Side of NC (JCM), Federations, Unions, Associations should be allowed to submit their representation via E-mail and through hard copy. This will ensure accessibility, reduce technical barriers and provide an alternative mode of communication.

The above issues may please be considered positively in its true spirit and a positive decision may be taken in this regard.

We also would like to meet the 8th Central Pay Commission on any convenient date after 13-04-2026.

Thanking you,

Yours sincerely,

(Shiva Gopal Mishra)
Secretary

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AICPIN for Feb 2026 – Expected DA from July 2026

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AICPIN for Feb 2026 – Expected DA from July 2026

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF LABOUR & EMPLOYMENT
LABOUR BUREAU

Shram Bureau Bhawan, Block No. 2,
Institutional Area, Sector 38 (West),
Chandigarh – 160036
Dated: 30.03.2026

F.No. 5/1/2021-CPI

Press Release

Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (2016=100) – February, 2026

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 February, 2026 is being released in this press release.

2. The All-India CPI-IW for February, 2026 decreased by 0.1 points and stood at 148.5 points (one hundred forty-eight point five).

Also Check

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3. Year-on-year inflation for the month of February, 2026 stood at 3.99% as compared to 2.59% in February, 2025.

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8th CPC’s Visit to Dehradun: Stakeholder Meetings Set for 24 April 2026; Applications Open Until 10 April

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8th CPC’s Visit to Dehradun: Stakeholder Meetings Set for 24 April 2026; Applications Open Until 10 April

No.25/1/2026-App/8CPC
Government of India
Eighth Central Pay Commission

30th March, 2026

NOTICE

A team of the Eighth Central Pay Commission shall be visiting Dehradun, Uttarakhand on 24th April, 2026. Interested stakeholders including Central Government Organizations/Institutions and Unions/Associations desirous of interacting with the Commission at Dehradun may kindly submit their request seeking an appointment at [email protected] on or before 10th April, 2026. Venue details and meeting schedule shall be intimated subsequently.

Sd/-
Manish Kumar
Director
Eighth Central Pay Commission

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8th CPC Update: Govt Confirms 18-Month Timeline for Pay, Allowance, and Pension Recommendations

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8th CPC Update: Govt Confirms 18-Month Timeline for Pay, Allowance, and Pension Recommendations

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF FINANCE
DEPARTMENT OF EXPENDITURE

LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION No. 4851

TO BE ANSWERED ON MONDAY, MARCH 23, 2026
CHAITRA 02, 1948 (SAKA)

“8th Central Pay Commission (CPC)”

  1. Shri Raja A:

Will the Minister of FINANCE be pleased to state:

(a) whether Chairperson and members have been appointed for the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) and if so, the current status thereof;

(b) the key areas under review by the said CPC, including proposed changes in the pay scales, salaries/allowances and pension structures;

(c) the timeline proposed for submission of the CPC report along with the Government’s roadmap for implementation of its recommendations; and

(d) whether the Government has made any assessment of the fiscal impact of implementing the CPC recommendations on the Union Budget, if so, the details thereof?

ANSWER
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF FINANCE
(SHRI PANKAJ CHAUDHARY)

(a) to (c): The Government has notified Resolution dated 03.11.2025 for constitution of 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC), along with appointment of the Chairperson and Members, that will make its recommendations on various issues viz. Pay, Allowances, Pension, etc. of the Central Government employees within 18 months of its constitution.

(d): The fiscal impact of the recommendations of 8th CPC will be known, once the recommendations are made by the 8th CPC and are accepted by the Government

भारत सरकार
वित्त मंत्रालय
व्यय विभाग

लोक सभा

लिखित प्रश्न संखया – 4851

सोमवार, 23 मार्च; 2026/02 चेंत्र 7948 (शक)

8वां केन्द्रीय वेतन आयोग

  1. श्री ए. राजा:

क्या वित्त मंत्री यह बताने की कृपा करेंगे किः

(क) कया 8वें केन्द्रीय वेतन आयोग (सीपीसी) के लिए अध्यक्ष और सदस्यों की नियुक्ति की गई है
और यदि हां, तो तत्संबंधी वर्तमान स्थिति क्‍या है;

(ख) वेतनमान, वेतन/भत्ते और पेंशन ढांचों में प्रस्तावित बदलावों सहित उक्त वेतन आयोग दवारा किन-किन प्रमुख क्षेत्रों की समीक्षा की जा रही है;

(ग) सीपीसी संबंधी रिपोर्ट प्रस्तुत करने के लिए प्रस्तावित समय-सीमा क्‍या है और इसकी सिफारिशों के कार्यान्वयन के लिए सरकार की रूपरेखा क्‍या है; और

(घ) क्या सरकार ने सीपीसी की सिफारिशों को लागू करने के केन्द्रीय बजट के संबंध में राजकोषीय प्रभाव का कोई आकलन किया है, यदि हां, तो तत्संबंधी ब्यौरा क्या है?

उत्तर
वित्त राज्य मंत्री
(श्री पंकज चौधरी)

(क) से (ग): सरकार ने अध्यक्ष और सदस्यों की नियुक्ति के साथ 8वें केंद्रीय वेतन आयोग (सीपीसी) के गठन के लिए दिनांक 03.11.2025 के संकल्प को अधिसूचित किया है, जो अपने गठन के 18 महीने के भीतर केंद्र सरकार के कर्मचारियों के वेतन, भत्ते, पेंशन आदि जैसे विभिन्‍न मुद्दों पर अपनी सिफारिशें प्रस्तुत करेगा।

(घ): 8वें केन्द्रीय वेतन आयोग की सिफारिशों के राजकोषीय प्रभाव के संबंध में तब ही ज्ञात हो पाएगा, जब 8वें केन्द्रीय वेतन आयोग द्वारा सिफारिशें की जाएंगी और सरकार दवारा इन्हें स्वीकार कर लिया जाएगा।

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8th Pay Commission questionnaire submission deadline extended to March 31, 2026

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In a significant move for millions of central government employees and pensioners, the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) has officially extended the deadline for submitting responses to its comprehensive questionnaire. Originally set for March 16, 2026, the new submission cutoff is now March 31, 2026.

This extension provides a crucial window for stakeholders to voice their opinions on the future of government pay structures, allowances, and service conditions.

Key Highlights of the Extension

The Commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, decided on the extension following multiple requests from employee unions and associations who sought more time to formulate detailed, evidence-based responses.

FeatureDetails
New DeadlineMarch 31, 2026 (11:45 PM IST)
Submission ModeExclusively via the MyGov portal
LanguageAvailable in both English and Hindi
AnonymityResponses are analyzed on an aggregate, non-attributable basis

What the Questionnaire Covers

The 18-point questionnaire is designed to gather feedback on critical structural changes. It serves as the foundation for the Commission’s eventual recommendations to the Union Cabinet. Key focus areas include:

  • Pay Structure & Fitment Factor: Feedback on the multiplier used to jump from 7th CPC to 8th CPC salaries. Unions are currently advocating for a fitment factor between 2.86 and 3.25.
  • Uniformity vs. Benchmarking: Whether compensation should be uniform across departments or benchmarked against private sector peers (e.g., comparing government engineers to private firm standards).
  • Pension Provisions: Revisions to the pension system and the potential inclusion of new price indices for Dearness Relief (DR) calculations.
  • Allowances: The rationalization of House Rent Allowance (HRA), Travel Allowance (TA), and specialized perks for sectors like Defence, Railways, and Atomic Energy.

Who Should Participate?

The Commission has emphasized that this is a broad consultation process. The following stakeholders are encouraged to submit their views:

  • Current Central Government and Union Territory employees.
  • Pensioners and retired personnel.
  • Employee Unions and Associations (e.g., NC-JCM, AITUC, FNPO).
  • Judicial Officers and Court employees.
  • Academicians and Researchers specializing in public finance.

How to Submit Your Response

Stakeholders must log in to the MyGov portal using a registered mobile number or email ID verified via OTP.

Important Note: The Commission has explicitly stated that physical paper copies, emails, or PDF submissions will not be considered. All feedback must be digital to ensure proper data analysis.

Looking Ahead

The 8th CPC was formally notified in late 2025 and has been given 18 months to submit its final report. While the standard 10-year cycle suggests an implementation date of January 1, 2026, the actual rollout often occurs later with retrospective arrears. This consultation phase is the most critical opportunity for employees to ensure their economic concerns—especially regarding inflation and the cost of living—are formally documented.

Format for submission of memorandum to the 8th CPC online: IRTSA

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Format for submission of memorandum to the 8th CPC online: IRTSA

INDIAN RAILWAYS TECHNICAL SUPERVISORS’ ASSOCIATION

No:IRTSA/Memo/7/8th CPC Memorandum

Date: 16.03.2026

CHAIR PERSON,
8th Central Pay Commission,
3rd Floor, Chanderlok Building,
Janpath, New Delhi — 110001

Respected Justice,

Sub: Format for submission of memorandum to the 8th CPC online.

All Central Government Employees and Pensioners wholeheartedly welcome 8th CPC and are happy to witness its functioning utilizing on-line services. We would like to bring to your kind notice the following concerns and request for their redressal;

1) The nine online themes presently proposed do not cover all the areas addressed by the previous Pay Commissions. Therefore, it is requested that the number of themes may kindly be increased, taking into consideration the experience and scope of earlier Pay Commissions, so that all relevant aspects are adequately covered.

2) Restriction of 3500 characters each for concerns/views and response to challenges/problems for nine themes are grossly insufficient and size for supporting document as one attachment is very minimum. Number of characters for each theme may please be increased substantially and supporting documents for every theme without restriction in size may please be allowed.

3) No specific provision available for expression of concerns/views and response to challenges/problems attached to specific multiple categories. For example, IRTSA wishes to represent for categories Junior Engineer, Senior Section Engineer, (working in four technical departments with different suffix in designation) Chemical & Metallurgical Assistant, Chemical & Metallurgical Superintendent, Depot Material Superintendent, Chief Depot Material Superintendent, Junior Engineer (IT) and Senior Engineer (IT) working in Indian Railways. There should be provision for expression of concerns/views and response to challenges/problems attached to each category/designation.

4) 7th CPC has dealt with 196 allowances. In 8th CPC theme, only 12 groups of allowances are mentioned. Since each allowance is given for specific purpose, to different group of staff, provision given in 8th CPC theme format is insufficient. Theme for allowances may please be expanded to cover all allowances.

5) There is no specific mention about pension & family pension. Even though major retirement benefits are mentioned some other retirement benefits are missing. This theme may please be expanded accordingly

6) In career progression theme only MACPS is mentioned. Career progression should primarily be focused on functional promotions hence this theme may please be modified accordingly.

7) The Central Government staff structure is presently based on the classification of posts into Group A, Group B, and Group C. Over the time, significant changes have occurred in the nature of duties, responsibilities, technological advancements, and organizational requirements across various departments. In view of these developments, any modification or improvement in the existing classification structure warrants a comprehensive and detailed examination by the 8th Central Pay Commission. It is therefore requested that the issue of classification of posts may kindly be included as one of the themes for detailed study and consideration by the 8th Central Pay Commission, so that an appropriate and updated framework may be evolved keeping in view the present administrative and functional requirements.

8) Specific provisions should be made for posting Judgements of Hon’ble Central administrative Tribunals, Hon’ble High Courts and Hon’ble Supreme Court of India arising out of legal cases filed by respective Unions/Associations/Individuals.

9) 8th CPC is requested to receive physical copies of memorandum by Unions and Associations over and above submission of memorandum Online.

Thanking you. With kind regards,

Yours’ truly

K.V.RAMESH
General Secretary, IRTSA
9003149578

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Next Increment after Stepping up of Pay: Lok Sabha QA

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Next Increment after Stepping up of Pay: Lok Sabha QA

GOVERNMENT OF INDIA
MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES AND PENSIONS
(DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL & TRAINING)

LOK SABHA
UNSTARRED QUESTION NO.3210
(ANSWERED ON 11.03.2026)

NEXT INCREMENT AFTER STEPPING UP OF PAY

  1. SHRI ANAND BHADAURIA:

Will the PRIME MINISTER be pleased to state:

(a) whether as per the OM of Department of Personnel and Training dated 13.09.2022 regarding next increment after stepping up of pay, the senior officer shall be entitled to the next increment on completion of the required qualifying service w.e.f. the date of re-fixation of the pay;

(b) if so, the details of required qualifying period for next increment from the date of stepping up under 7th Central Pay Commission in cases where stepping up has been allowed under Rule 7, Note 10 of CCS (RP) Rules, 2016;

(c) whether Hon’ble Delhi High Court in W.P(C) 12452/2023 has ruled that stepping of pay is personal to senior employee only to remove the anomaly due to junior drawing higher pay than the senior and stepping up of pay does not affect the date of next increment of senior employee; and

(d) if so, the details of orders issued in response to said order?

ANSWER
MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF PERSONNEL, PUBLIC GRIEVANCES AND PENSIONS AND MINISTER OF STATE IN THE PRIME MINISTER’S OFFICE
(DR. JITENDRA SINGH)

(a): Department of Personnel and Training (DoP&T) has issued information document on pay fixation of Government Servant on 13.09.2022 for the facility of reference and guidance. As per para 2(ii) of DoP&T OM No. 4/3/2017-Estt.(Pay-I) dated 26.10.2018 as also contained in abovesaid document dated 13.09.2022, the senior officer shall be entitled to the next increment after stepping up of pay on completion of the required qualifying service w.e.f. the date of re-fixation of the pay.

(b): The date of next increment in 7th Central Pay Commission pay structure is governed under Rule 10 of Central Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016, the extract of which has been annexed herewith.

(c): The Judgement of the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi dated 05.10.2023 in W.P.(C) No.12452/2023 is a matter of public record and is available on the official website of Hon’ble Delhi High Court (https://www.delhihighcourt.nic.in/web/>Case Status).

(d): The Judgement of the Hon’ble High Court of Delhi dated 05.10.2023 in W.P.(C) No. 12452/2023 has been implemented in respect of applicant of the case.

Annexure

Rule 10 of the Central Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2016 referred to in inputs of Lok Sabha Un-starred Question No. 3210 for 11.03.2026

  1. Date of next increment in revised pay structure:-

“(1) There shall be two dates for grant of increment namely, 1st January and 1st July of every year, instead of existing date of 1st July:

Provided that an employee shall be entitled to only one annual increment either on 1st January or 1st July depending on the date of his appointment, promotion or grant of financial upgradation.

(2) The increment in respect of an employee appointed or promoted or granted financial upgradation including upgradation under Modified Assured Career Progression Scheme (MACPS) during the period between the 2nd day of January and 1st day of July (both inclusive) shall be granted on 1st day of January and the increment in respect of an employee appointed or promoted or granted financial upgradation including upgradation under MACPS during the period between the 2nd day of July and 1st day of January (both inclusive) shall be granted on 1st day of July.

Illustration:

(a) In case of an employee appointed or promoted in the normal hierarchy or under MACPS during the period between the 2nd day of July, 2016 and the 1st day of January, 2017, the first increment shall accrue on the 1st day of July, 2017 and thereafter it shall accrue after one year on annual basis.

(b) In case of an employee appointed or promoted in the normal hierarchy or under MACPS during the period between 2nd day of January, 2016 and 1st day of July, 2016, who did not draw any increment on 1st day of July, 2016, the next increment shall accrue on 1st day of January, 2017 and thereafter it shall accrue after one year on annual basis:

Provided that in the case of employees whose pay in the revised pay structure has been fixed as on 1st day of January, the next increment in the Level in which the pay was so fixed as on 1st day of January, 2016 shall accrue on 1st day of July, 2016:

Provided further that the next increment after drawal of increment on 1st day of July, 2016 shall accrue on 1st day of July, 2017.

(3) Where two existing Grades in hierarchy are merged and the junior Government servant in the lower Grade happens to draw more pay in the corresponding Level in the revised pay structure than the pay of the senior Government servant, the pay of the senior government servant shall be stepped up to that of his junior from the same date and he shall draw next increment in accordance with this rule.”

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