The 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) has commenced discussions to revise the pay and allowances for central government employees and pensioners in India. This commission, constituted every ten years and announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, aims to implement significant changes this year. Led by Pankaj Jain, an experienced IAS officer with over 35 years in public administration, the commission is engaging with various stakeholders through meetings planned in Telangana, Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh. The first meeting is scheduled for May 18-19, 2026, in Hyderabad, followed by subsequent meetings in other regions. Stakeholders have been granted an extension until May 31, 2026, to submit their suggestions for the commission's recommendations, which began collecting inputs on March 5, 2026. The commission is chaired by former Supreme Court Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, and includes notable members such as Professor Pulak Ghosh. The CPC's decisions will be based on consultations with labor representatives, ministries, and employee unions to formulate updated salary structures and pension formulas.