8th Pay Commission: Preparations related to the 8th Central Pay Commission have started gaining momentum. Even before any decision on a possible salary and pension hike in 2026, the commission has begun strengthening its internal setup by speeding up the recruitment of officers.
As part of these early arrangements, several important posts in the 8th Pay Commission are being filled on a deputation basis. This step is seen as groundwork before the commission becomes fully operational, so that work related to salary structures, allowances, and pension proposals can begin without delay.
8th Pay Commission: Vacancies and Posts Available
A total of six positions are to be filled in the 8th Pay Commission. Out of these, two posts may be for PSO (Principal Staff Officer).
List of posts:
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PSO (Principal Staff Officer)
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Sr. PPS (Senior Principal Private Secretary)
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PPS (Principal Private Secretary)
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PS (Private Secretary)
8th Pay Commission: Pay Levels (as per 7th Pay Matrix)
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PSO – Level 13
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Sr. PPS – Level 12
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PPS – Level 11
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PS – Level 8/10
8th Pay Commission: Who Can Apply?
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Officers from the Central Government are eligible.
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If required, officers from State Governments and Union Territories may also apply.
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Applicants must be working in a similar post on a regular basis or should have the required years of experience.
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Minimum qualification: A graduate degree from a recognized university.
8th Pay Commission: Last Date to Apply
Applications must reach the commission by February 5, 2026.
8th Pay Commission: How to Apply
Applications are not accepted offline or through any portal. They must be sent only through email.
Documents required:
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Application in the prescribed format
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APAR (Annual Performance Appraisal Reports) of the last 5 years
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Vigilance Clearance
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Cadre Clearance
Email IDs for application:
8th Pay Commission: Selection Process
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Recruitment will be done on a deputation basis.
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Appointments will follow DoPT rules.
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Selected officers will serve for the duration of the commission’s term.
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Applications are open-ended, but must be submitted before the deadline.
8th Pay Commission: Why These Recruitments Matter
These appointments are important because they prepare the system before the 8th Pay Commission begins full operations. Major decisions regarding salary, pension, and allowances will be made through this commission, and millions of employees and pensioners are closely watching the process.
The government has already allotted office space for the commission. The Chandralok Building at Janpath, New Delhi, has been assigned as the 8th Pay Commission office. Once the office becomes fully functional, work on key issues related to central government employees will begin in full swing.
