8th Pay Commission: Big Pay Hike Announced for THESE Employees—Check Revised Salary, Pension

8th Pay Commission Latest News: Government employees, particularly those serving in Parliament, have received some exciting news as the Centre has announced a salary hike. This adjustment affects both current members and retired members of Parliament, including those in the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha.

Starting from April 1, 2025, the monthly salary for parliamentarians will see an increase of ₹24,000, bringing it to a total of ₹1,24,000. This increase comes alongside a pension hike of ₹6,000, which raises the monthly pension to ₹31,000 for retired members. Additionally, the daily allowance has been adjusted from ₹2,000 to ₹2,500, providing members with an extra ₹500 per day to cover expenses.

The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs officially confirmed these changes in a recent notification. They explained that the salary, allowances, and pensions have been revised based on the cost of living index, in accordance with the Income Tax Act of 1961. This marks a timely adjustment as the country prepares for the forthcoming 8th Pay Commission.

The updates regarding the pay structure include:

• Salary Adjustment: From April 1, 2025, the monthly salary for parliament members rises from ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,24,000.
• Daily Allowance Increase: The daily allowance for parliament members is now set at ₹2,500, up from ₹2,000.
• Pension Raise: Monthly pensions for retired members have gone up from ₹25,000 to ₹31,000, marking an increase of ₹6,000.
• Additional Pension Benefit: Members will also receive an additional ₹2,500 per month for every year of service beyond five years, reflecting a ₹500 increase from the previous rate of ₹2,000.

As for the composition of the Rajya Sabha, it can have a maximum of 250 members, including 238 representatives from states and union territories and 12 nominees appointed by the President. Unlike the Lok Sabha, which is comprised of directly elected representatives and can have up to 550 members, the Rajya Sabha is a permanent body, with one-third of its members retiring every two years.

The announcement of this pay hike comes at a crucial time, as discussions around the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission are underway, anticipated to take effect from January 1, 2026. Historically, India's pay commissions are reviewed every ten years, aimed at improving the financial well-being of civil and defense employees, and addressing rising living costs.

This news is likely to be welcomed by both current and former members of Parliament, providing them with better financial support as they continue their public service.