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8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator — Level 1 2026

Pay Level 1 is the entry grade for Group D central government staff — Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), peons, attendants and sweepers — with a current 7th CPC basic pay of ₹18,000. Level 1 is projected to see the single largest percentage jump under the 8th Pay Commission, as unions are pressing for a higher minimum wage and a possible differential (higher) fitment factor for the lowest levels.

Level 1 Revised Basic Pay by Fitment Factor

The 7th CPC entry basic pay for Level 1 is ₹18,000 (range up to ₹56,900). The table shows the projected 8th CPC basic pay on the entry cell across the fitment factors under discussion. Nothing is official yet — the calculator above opens on the 2.57 scenario so you can model any figure.

Fitment FactorRevised Basic PayIncrease
1.83x₹32,940+83%
2.28x₹41,040+128%
2.57x (most reported)₹46,260+157%
2.86x₹51,480+186%
2.96x₹53,280+196%

Revised basic pay only — HRA (10–30% by city class) and the reset DA accrue on top of the new basic after implementation.

Posts & Designations in Pay Level 1 (Group D)

  • Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS)
  • Peon / Daftary
  • Attendant / Chowkidar
  • Sweeper / Safaiwala
  • Gardener (Mali)

8th Pay Commission Calculation Formulas

Understand the mathematical formulas used to calculate estimated salary under the 8th Pay Commission based on expected fitment factor and allowances.

8th CPC Basic Pay = 7th CPC Basic Pay × Fitment Factor

Example:

For ₹50,000 current basic pay with 2.96 fitment factor

50,000 × 2.96
= ₹1,48,000

Variables:

7th CPC Basic Pay - Current basic pay under 7th Pay Commission
Fitment Factor - Expected multiplier for 8th CPC (projected range: 1.83 to 2.96)

HRA = 8th CPC Basic Pay × HRA Percentage

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic pay in Metro city (30% HRA)

1,48,000 × 0.30
= ₹44,400

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay under 8th Pay Commission
HRA Percentage - City-wise: X Class (30%), Y Class (20%), Z Class (10%)

DA = 8th CPC Basic Pay × DA Percentage

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic pay with 0% initial DA

1,48,000 × 0.00
= ₹0 (will increase with future DA revisions)

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay under 8th Pay Commission
DA Percentage - Current DA percentage (0% at 8th CPC implementation, revised bi-annually)

Net Salary = 8th CPC Basic Pay + HRA + DA

Example:

For ₹1,48,000 basic, ₹44,400 HRA, ₹0 DA

1,48,000 + 44,400 + 0
= ₹1,92,400

Variables:

8th CPC Basic Pay - Estimated basic pay
HRA - House Rent Allowance
DA - Dearness Allowance

Increase % = ((8th CPC Basic - 7th CPC Basic) / 7th CPC Basic) × 100

Example:

From ₹50,000 to ₹1,48,000

((1,48,000 - 50,000) / 50,000) × 100
= 196% increase

Variables:

8th CPC Basic - Estimated basic pay under 8th CPC
7th CPC Basic - Current basic pay under 7th CPC

These formulas provide the mathematical foundation for the calculations. Actual results may vary based on rounding, compounding frequency, and specific lender policies.

Level 1 8th Pay Commission FAQs

Common questions about Pay Level 1 salary under the 8th Pay Commission

What will be the Level 1 basic pay after the 8th Pay Commission?

The current Level 1 entry basic pay of ₹18,000 is projected to rise to about ₹46,260 at the widely reported 2.57 fitment factor, and could reach roughly ₹53,280 if a 2.96 factor is applied. The exact figure depends on the fitment factor the commission finally recommends, which is not yet official.

Which posts come under Pay Level 1?

Level 1 covers Group D roles such as Multi-Tasking Staff (MTS), peons, daftaries, attendants, chowkidars, sweepers and gardeners across central government ministries, railways and postal services.

Will Level 1 employees get a higher fitment factor?

Several employee unions have demanded a differential fitment factor that gives the lowest pay levels a larger multiplier to reduce pay disparity. Whether the 8th Pay Commission adopts a uniform factor (as the 7th CPC did) or a differential one for Level 1 will only be known when its recommendations are published.

8th Pay Commission Calculators for Other Levels

Level 6Group B / C · from ₹35,400Level 7Group B · from ₹44,900Level 10Group A · from ₹56,100

Disclaimer: Results are estimates for financial planning purposes only and do not constitute financial, tax, investment, or legal advice. Actual values may vary based on your lender, market conditions, and individual circumstances. Consult a qualified CA, CFP, or financial advisor before making any financial decisions.