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Updated on: May 2026
Will You Pick OPS, NPS, or UPS Under the th Pay Commission?
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Will You Pick OPS, NPS, or UPS Under the th Pay Commission?

May 29, 2026

Central Government Employees Expect Major Salary Hike

Central government employees across India are anticipating a significant salary hike as discussions ...

Compensation
Oct 23, 2025
Central Government Employees Expect Major Salary Hike

Central Government Employees May Get DA Hike

The central government is expected to announce a DA hike for its employees and pensioners ahead...

Labour Law
Sep 19, 2025
Central Government Employees May Get DA Hike

Finance Ministry Approves Early Salary Disbursement

In a move aimed at easing financial pressure during the festive season, the Ministry of Finance has ...

Labour Law
Aug 27, 2025
Finance Ministry Approves Early Salary Disbursement
No Special Leave Needed: Existing Rules Cover Elder Care
Labour Law

No Special Leave Needed: Existing Rules Cover Elder Care

In a written reply to the Rajya Sabha on July 25, 2025, Union Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh reaffirmed that Central Government (CG) employees are entitled to 30 days of earned leave (EL) each year. This may be used for any personal reason, including providing care for elderly parents. This clarification comes amid […]

Jul 25, 2025
EPS Pension Hike: ₹3,000 Monthly Pension Likely for Retirees
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EPS Pension Hike: ₹3,000 Monthly Pension Likely for Retirees

The central government is reportedly considering an increase in the minimum pension under the Employees’ Pension Scheme (EPS) from the current ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per month. This move, which has been long overdue, aims to provide better financial security to pensioners in the organized sector. The government could implement the revised pension amount in the […]

Apr 29, 2025
Central Government Employees to Receive DA Arrears with April Salary
Compensation

Central Government Employees to Receive DA Arrears with April Salary

The central government has recently approved a 2% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for its employees and pensioners. This decision, effective from January 1, 2025, was finalized during a cabinet meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28, 2025. The move is set to benefit over one crore employees […]

Apr 3, 2025
Unified Pension Scheme Exclusively for CG Employees: Key Highlights
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Unified Pension Scheme Exclusively for CG Employees: Key Highlights

Government of India has introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), a significant step aimed at providing financial stability and security to Central Government (CG) employees post-retirement. Managed by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), the scheme is set to roll out on April 1, 2025. This initiative combines features of the Old Pension […]

Mar 21, 2025
8th Pay Commission Constituted for Central Govt Employees
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8th Pay Commission Constituted for Central Govt Employees

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the constitution of 8th Pay Commission for central government employees. This decision, announced on January 16, 2025, is set to benefit approximately 50 lakh employees and 65 lakh pensioners, including serving and retired defence personnel. Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that the Chairperson and two members […]

Jan 17, 2025
Centre to resume full office attendance ‘Without Any Exemption’ from Feb 7
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Centre to resume full office attendance ‘Without Any Exemption’ from Feb 7

Union Personnel, Public Grievances, and Pensions Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Sunday announced that full office attendance in the Central government shall be resumed from February 7, and employees, at all levels, will attend office without any exemption. He said that this decision was taken after a review of the pandemic situation and in view […]

Feb 7, 2022
Central Govt asked all employees aged 45 years and above to get COVID-19-Vaccine
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Central Govt asked all employees aged 45 years and above to get COVID-19-Vaccine

All Central Government employees aged 45 years and above are advised to get themselves vaccinated to effectively contain the spread of COVID-19 The Central Government has asked all its employees aged 45 years and above to get themselves vaccinated to effectively contain the spread of COVID-19. As per an order issued by the Ministry of […]

Apr 7, 2021
DoPPW issues notification for employees covered under NPS
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DoPPW issues notification for employees covered under NPS

DoPPW issues notification for Central Government employees covered under the National Pension System DoPPW has brought out the notification for regulating the service matters of Central Government employees covered under the National Pension System. The New Defined Contribution based Pension Scheme was introduced vide Department of Economic Affairs Notification No. 5/7/2003-ECB & PR dated 22nd December 2003. Thereafter […]

Mar 31, 2021
All central government employees to return back office as COVID-19 cases decline
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All central government employees to return back office as COVID-19 cases decline

All central government employees to attend office on working days as a significant decline in the number of active COVID-19 cases New Delhi, Feb 14 (PTI) All central government employees have been asked to attend office on working days, according to a Personnel Ministry order. The decision comes amid a significant decline in the number […]

Feb 15, 2021