India’s Finance Ministry has initiated the formation process of the 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC) by issuing a vacancy circular for 35 deputation-based posts. The open-ended circular allows continuous applications until all positions are filled.
The Government of India has taken a crucial step toward the formation of the much-anticipated 8th Central Pay Commission (CPC). The Ministry of Finance, through its Department of Expenditure, issued a vacancy circular on April 17, 2025, inviting applications for 35 posts to be filled on a deputation basis.
The 8th CPC will be responsible for reviewing and recommending changes in the salary structure of central government employees. These commissions play a vital role in shaping government compensation policies. The posts in the 8th CPC will be temporarily staffed, with officials returning to their original departments once the Commission concludes its work.
Circular Highlights and Process
According to the circular, the appointments will be governed by the regular norms issued by the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT). The Ministry emphasized that this is an “open-ended circular,” meaning applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until all vacancies are filled. Departments have been urged to submit verified applications at the earliest.
Timeline and Expectations
While this circular marks the official beginning of the 8th CPC formation, the final “terms of reference” and formal cabinet approval are still awaited. Earlier reports suggested that the announcement regarding its constitution was expected around the start of the financial year.
The move is expected to generate significant interest among government officials, as each Pay Commission typically leads to substantial revisions in pay and allowances, impacting millions of central employees and pensioners.
The 8th CPC will continue a legacy that started in 1946, with the most recent (7th CPC) recommendations implemented in 2016.
