8th Pay Commission: According to The Economic Times, the central government employee organization FNPO (Federation of National Postal Organization) has written to the National Council (Joint Consultative Machinery, Staff Side) as work moves forward to lay the groundwork for the upcoming 8th Pay Commission, requesting, among other things, a multi-level fitment factor and a 5% annual increase.
FNPO letter and key demands
Sivaji Vasireddy, the secretary general of FNPO and a member of NCJCM (Staff Side), wrote a 60-page letter with recommendations on a number of subjects, including higher pay scales, pay structure, pay matrix system, annual increments, allowances, and promotions.
According to Vasireddy, who was cited by ET, the council will meet with members of the draft committee on February 15 after receiving proposals from central government employee bodies.
Process and next steps for the 8th Pay Commission
After the meeting, Ranjana Prakash Desai, the chairwoman of the 8th Pay Commission, will get a final draft of the suggestions from the NCJCM. These are some of the main recommendations that FNPO presented in its letter to the 8th Pay Commission.
FNPO has stated that the prior pay commissions did not apply the fitment factor consistently at all levels, both by necessity and by design, according to the ET article.
Multi-level fitment factor proposal
As a result, it has used the Akroyd model to find fitting factors between 3.0 and 3.25 for different levels of central government employees.
- Levels 1 through 5: 3.0 is the suggested fitting factor
- Levels 6 through 9: 3.05 is the suggested fitting factor
- Level 10 to Level 12: 3.1 is the suggested fitting factor.
- Level 13 to Level 13A: 3.05 is the suggested fitting factor
- Level 14 to Level 15: 3.15 is the suggested fitting factor
- Level 16: 3.2 is the suggested fitting factor.
- Level 17 to Level 18: 3.25 is the suggested fitting factor
📊 8th Pay Commission Fitment Factor Snapshot
- Employee Body: FNPO (Federation of National Postal Organization)
- Model Used: Akroyd formula
- Lowest Fitment Factor: 3.0 (Levels 1–5)
- Highest Fitment Factor: 3.25 (Levels 17–18)
- Objective: Fair and level-wise pay revision
- Impact: Significant salary revision under 8th Pay Commission
Proposal to increase annual increment
According to the ET article, the FNPO has also attempted to replace the present 3% annual increment trend with a 5% yearly rise.
According to the organization, there will be a number of advantages, including significant financial advancement, a decrease in employee unhappiness due to stagnation, and government pay structures that are more in line with industry norms.
📈 5% Annual Increment Proposal Explained
- Current Increment: 3% per year
- Proposed Increment: 5% per year
- Key Beneficiaries: Group C and Group D employees
- Main Benefit: Reduced stagnation and higher long-term earnings
- Alignment: Closer to private sector compensation trends
- Overall Impact: Higher take-home pay over service life
Impact on Group C and Group D employees
Employees in Groups C and D, who have less opportunities for promotions than those in Groups A and B, will gain more from this.
Employee salary are also increased by other factors like pay commission modifications and the Dearness Allowance (DA).
Pay matrix system recommendation
The FNPO has also asked the government to maintain the 7th Pay Commission matrix structure, which it claims has improved pay fixing and advancement by bringing clarity and predictability.
Frequently asked questions
1. For the 8th Pay Commission, what fitment factor has FNPO requested?
Depending on employee pay levels, FNPO has suggested a multi-level fitting factor that ranges from 3.0 to 3.25. For Level 17–18 officers, the highest factor of 3.25 has been recommended.
2. Why does FNPO request various fitting factors at various levels?
FNPO claims that previous pay commissions did not use a consistent fitting factor at all levels. In order to guarantee equitable and practical pay adjustments at every level, it has suggested graded fitting factors based on the Akroyd formula.
3. In annual increments, what modification has been proposed?
Since the current rate does not provide significant pay growth over time, FNPO has called for an increase in the annual increment from the current 3% to 5%.
4. Who stands to gain the most from an annual increase of 5%?
Employees in Groups C and D will gain the most from the idea because there are not many prospects for advancement at these levels. A larger raise would boost long-term profits and lessen stagnation.
5. Will the pay matrix from the 7th Pay Commission remain in place?
Yes, FNPO has suggested keeping the 7th Pay Commission pay matrix system in place, citing its dependability, simplicity, and transparency in terms of career advancement and pay fixation.
Conclusion
In advance of the 8th Pay Commission, FNPO’s suggestions show rising expectations among central government workers.
In order to address wage stagnation, inflationary pressures, and inequities across employee levels, there is a desire for a greater fitting factor (up to 3.25) and a 5% yearly raise.
The government’s fiscal goals and policy choices will ultimately determine whether or not these suggestions are accepted, even though the NCJCM will now consider them and forward them to the Pay Commission.
The recommendations have the potential to greatly increase take-home pay, particularly for lower- and mid-level workers.
Disclaimer
This article is based on media reports and employee body representations. The proposals mentioned are not final and are subject to review, approval, and implementation by the Government of India. No official decision has been announced so far.
