With the formation of Narendra Modi's third government, central government employees are eagerly anticipating the 8th Pay Commission. Expected to be formed in 2025 and implemented by January 2026, the commission could significantly boost salaries for over a crore government employees and pensioners. Experts suggest that the fitment factor may rise to 3.68 times, increasing the minimum basic salary from Rs 18,000 to Rs 26,000. Although discussions are still in early stages, the potential salary hike has generated considerable excitement among government staff.