8th CPC Pension Arrears Calculator — Pensioners & Family Pensioners
Calculate 8th Pay Commission pension arrears for central government pensioners, defence veterans, and family pensioners. Accounts for basic pension revision, DR merger, and commutation restoration.
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Central Govt, Defence & PensionersEstimated Arrears Summary
Pay Level 1 to 18 Arrears Payout Table (20 Months)
Calculated at expected 2.28 Fitment Factor and 55% current DA. Reflects standard entry pay for every pay level from Group C to Cabinet Secretary.
| Pay Level & Cadre | 7th CPC Basic | 8th CPC Basic (2.28) | Monthly Basic Diff | Monthly Gross Diff | Gross Arrears (20 Mo) | Net Arrears (after NPS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 MTS / Group D Entry |
₹18,000 | ₹41,000 | +₹23,000 | +₹18,708 | ₹374,160 | ₹328,160 |
| Level 2 LDC / Junior Clerk |
₹19,900 | ₹45,400 | +₹25,500 | +₹20,663 | ₹413,260 | ₹362,260 |
| Level 3 Constable / Skilled Staff |
₹21,700 | ₹49,500 | +₹27,800 | +₹24,045 | ₹480,900 | ₹425,300 |
| Level 4 Head Constable / Technician |
₹25,500 | ₹58,100 | +₹32,600 | +₹27,715 | ₹554,300 | ₹489,100 |
| Level 5 UDC / Senior Clerk |
₹29,200 | ₹66,600 | +₹37,400 | +₹31,440 | ₹628,800 | ₹554,000 |
| Level 6 Sub-Inspector / Teacher |
₹35,400 | ₹80,700 | +₹45,300 | +₹37,510 | ₹750,200 | ₹659,600 |
| Level 7 Section Officer / Inspector |
₹44,900 | ₹102,400 | +₹57,500 | +₹46,925 | ₹938,500 | ₹823,500 |
| Level 8 Assistant Accounts Officer |
₹47,600 | ₹108,500 | +₹60,900 | +₹49,520 | ₹990,400 | ₹868,600 |
| Level 9 Senior Section Officer |
₹53,100 | ₹121,100 | +₹68,000 | +₹55,015 | ₹1,100,300 | ₹964,300 |
| Level 10 Group A Entry / DSP |
₹56,100 | ₹127,900 | +₹71,800 | +₹57,925 | ₹1,158,500 | ₹1,014,900 |
| Level 11 Senior Time Scale (STS) |
₹67,700 | ₹154,400 | +₹86,700 | +₹69,425 | ₹1,388,500 | ₹1,215,100 |
| Level 12 Junior Administrative Grade |
₹78,800 | ₹179,700 | +₹100,900 | +₹80,360 | ₹1,607,200 | ₹1,405,400 |
| Level 13 Selection Grade (Director) |
₹123,100 | ₹280,700 | +₹157,600 | +₹124,035 | ₹2,480,700 | ₹2,165,500 |
| Level 13A Senior Selection Grade |
₹131,100 | ₹298,900 | +₹167,800 | +₹131,875 | ₹2,637,500 | ₹2,301,900 |
| Level 14 Joint Secretary / SAG |
₹144,200 | ₹328,800 | +₹184,600 | +₹144,830 | ₹2,896,600 | ₹2,527,400 |
| Level 15 Principal Secretary / HAG |
₹182,200 | ₹415,400 | +₹233,200 | +₹182,250 | ₹3,645,000 | ₹3,178,600 |
| Level 16 Additional Secretary / HAG+ |
₹205,400 | ₹468,300 | +₹262,900 | +₹205,130 | ₹4,102,600 | ₹3,576,800 |
| Level 17 Special Secretary / Apex Scale |
₹225,000 | ₹513,000 | +₹288,000 | +₹224,470 | ₹4,489,400 | ₹3,913,400 |
| Level 18 Cabinet Secretary of India |
₹250,000 | ₹570,000 | +₹320,000 | +₹249,120 | ₹4,982,400 | ₹4,342,400 |
Pension Arrears for Central Civil & Defence Pensioners
- 50% Formula: Basic pension is fixed at 50% of the last drawn basic salary under the revised pay matrix.
- Full Retrospective Benefit: Pensioners and family pensioners receive complete retrospective arrears with Dearness Relief (DR) revision.
- Commutation Shield: Commuted portions already deducted continue as per existing schedules without clawback.
Central Government pensioners, defence ex-servicemen, and family pensioners are entitled to full retroactive arrears under the 8th Central Pay Commission recommendations.
1. Basic Pension Revision Formula
In accordance with standard Pay Commission guidelines, pension is fixed at 50% of the last drawn basic pay or determined through Concordance Tables correlating 7th CPC pension to 8th CPC levels. Under a 2.28 fitment factor, an existing basic pension of ₹22,450 (Level 7) rises to ₹51,200, creating an entitlement of ₹28,750 per month in pension arrears.
2. Dearness Relief (DR) Merger
Just like serving employees, pensioners have their Dearness Relief (DR) neutralized upon revision. The arrears payout reflects the difference between revised basic pension and old pension plus DR.
3. Commutation Restoration Impact
Pensioners who commuted 40% of their pension continue to have the commuted portion deducted based on original commutation factor rules. However, arrears on the uncommuted 60% portion and Dearness Relief are paid in full without additional recovery.
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