Bharat Pensioners Samaj (BPS) and NCCPA have urged the 8th Pay Commission to fix issues with the memorandum submission portal. BPS cited technical glitches and demanded alternative submission options plus a deadline extension, while NCCPA asked for more sub-questions to ensure pensions-related concerns are covered in detail. The push comes ahead of the memorandum submissions window.
A 51-page memorandum from NC-JCM to the 8th Pay Commission is putting central government pensioners’ rights at the forefront. It demands the same fitment factor for employees and pensioners, higher gratuity up to Rs 75 lakh, and restoration of the Old Pension Scheme. The memo also seeks a reduced pension commutation period and expanded CGHS facilities.
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Central government employees and pensioners are set to benefit from a 2% dearness allowance hike, taking DA from 58% to 60% and increasing dearness relief for pensioners to 60% as well. The revised rates are for January 2026, with arrears expected from the applicable back date, boosting take-home pay and pensions.
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