8th Pay Commission Calculator: See What ₹20,300 Basic Salary Looks Like with 1.92x, 2.0x, and 2.86x Fitment Factors

With the 8th Pay Commission discussions gathering pace, employees at the entry levels of government service are eagerly watching for signs of possible pay hikes. One key variable in the salary revision process is the fitment factor—a multiplier applied to current basic pay to arrive at the revised pay scale.

Based on trends from earlier commissions, the upcoming fitment factor could range from 1.92x to 2.86x, influenced by inflation levels, fiscal capacity, and whether Dearness Allowance (DA) is merged with basic pay.

If you're drawing a basic salary of ₹20,300 under Grade Pay ₹1800 (Level 1), here’s how your salary may be revised under different fitment scenarios.

What ₹20,300 Basic Pay Looks Like Under 8th Pay Commission

Scenario 1: Fitment Factor 1.92x (Conservative Estimate)

Revised Basic Pay: ₹38,976

What It Means:

This is a modest revision, likely if DA is merged before fitment. It offers a decent increase while balancing government spending concerns.

Scenario 2: Fitment Factor 2.0x (Moderate Estimate)

Revised Basic Pay: ₹40,600

What It Means:

 A clean doubling of pay this fits well with inflationary trends and provides a practical update without being fiscally aggressive.

Scenario 3: Fitment Factor 2.86x (Optimistic Estimate)

Revised Basic Pay: ₹58,058

What It Means:

This estimate mirrors the precedent set by the 7th Pay Commission’s 2.57x multiplier. If adopted, this factor would significantly boost take-home pay for entry-level staff.

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What Was the 7th Pay Commission Fitment Factor?

The 7th Pay Commission applied a 2.57x fitment factor, raising the minimum basic pay from ₹7,000 to ₹18,000. For the 8th CPC, fitment factors are expected to vary depending on whether the existing DA (currently at 55%) is merged into the base before applying the multiplier.

What Happens to DA in the 8th Pay Commission?

The big question remains: Will DA be merged? If it is, the resulting revised pay may appear lower under a higher multiplier because part of the increase is already accounted for via DA. In such cases, even a 1.92x multiplier could yield a solid overall hike.

However, if DA continues to be paid separately post-revision, a higher fitment factor like 2.86x would make a more dramatic difference in monthly take-home amounts.

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Conclusion

While the final fitment factor under the 8th Pay Commission remains unconfirmed, this analysis of a ₹20,300 basic pay across three different scenarios provides useful insight for Level 1 employees. As the government weighs fiscal options and inflationary pressure, the direction it takes will have lasting impact on salaries across departments.

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