8th Central Pay Commission: Crucial update for urgent submission of Memorandum in view of Pune and Delhi visit . The 88th Central Pay Commission is visiting Pune and Delhi. In a recent clarification issued on 20th April, 2026, the government provided vital details regarding the submission process for the 8th Pay Commission Memorandum. This document serves as the formal proposal from various stakeholders, outlining desired changes to the pay structure, allowances, and pension schemes.
Key Deadlines for the 8th Pay Commission Memorandum
The latest notification outlines the following specific deadlines for stakeholders:
- General Website Submission: The final date to submit a memorandum via the official website (8cpc.gov.in) is 30th April, 2026.
- Meeting-Specific Submission: For Unions or Associations seeking an appointment for personal interaction in Pune or during the first round of meetings in Delhi, the deadline is 20th April, 2026.
This immediate deadline for the first round of meetings emphasizes the Commission’s intent to begin localized consultations promptly. Associations that miss the 20th April cut-off may lose the chance to present their case during the initial sessions in Delhi or Maharashtra.
Official Notification Full Text
The following text is the verbatim clarification provided by the 8th Central Pay Commission:
No.25/2/2026-App/8CPC
Government of India
Eighth Central Pay Commission
20th April, 2026
CLARIFICATION
The last date for submitting memorandum at Commission’s website(8cpc.gov.in) is 30th April, 2026. However, Unions/Associations seeking appointment for interacting with the Commission at Pune or during first round of meetings at Delhi may kindly submit the memorandum by today i.e. 20th April, 2026.
2. Please note that the Commission shall be holding more meetings at Delhi, Maharashtra and at various other States.
Sd/- (Manish Kumar)
Director
Eighth Central Pay Commission
The 8th Pay Commission Memorandum is not just a formality; it is a strategic document that sets the stage for the next decade of central government pay scales. By adhering to the deadlines set by Director Manish Kumar, unions ensure their data and arguments are included in the Commission’s primary dataset.
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