The Economic Times

8th Pay Commission for state government employees: How much time can states take to implement 8th CPC recommendations?

Central government employees typically receive pay commission benefits first, with states often following suit. However, states can form their own commissions, leading to staggered implementation and potentially different payout revisions. While pay structures are similar, states assess fiscal impact, meaning salary and pension hikes may not align perfectly or occur simultaneously with the Centre's announcements.