Railways prepares for major salary hikes ahead of 8th Pay Commission
8th Pay Commission Update: Before the 8th Pay Commission, the railway is about to deliver some good news to its employees, including a salary increase before the 8th Pay Commission is implemented. Learn about the master plan the railway has developed for this. Indian Railways Salary Hike: The Indian Railways has intensified preparations to increase employee salaries even before the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. Anticipating the significant financial burden of salaries and pensions in the future, the Railways is already working on strategies to reduce expenses, increase savings, and strengthen new sources of revenue. Signs are clear that a significant salary increase can be expected for railway employees after the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission. When will the 8th Pay Commission report be released? The 8th Pay Commission was constituted in January 2025, and its Terms of Reference (ToR) were issued on October 28, 2025. The Commission has been given 18 months to ...