In connection with the 8th Pay Commission, the association of central government teachers has put forward a demand for a substantial salary hike. These proposals include a minimum basic pay ranging from ₹50,000 to ₹60,000, a fitment factor of up to 3.83, the merger of DA, an increase in HRA, and the restoration of the Old Pension Scheme.
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8th Pay Commission: Significant demands regarding the 8th Pay Commission are now emerging from central government teachers. The Pragatisheel Shikshak Nyaya Manch—an organization representing teachers from Union Territories (UTs)—has submitted a detailed proposal (memorandum) to the government, calling for several major changes ranging from salaries to pensions. Let us delve into the details of this proposal.
Demand for a Minimum Salary of ₹50,000
The teachers’ association has put forward a primary demand: that the minimum basic salary for Level-1 employees be set between ₹50,000 and ₹60,000. Furthermore, they propose that the corresponding fitment factor be increased from 2.62 to 3.83. For context, under the 7th Pay Commission, the basic salary stood at ₹18,000 with a fitment factor of 2.57. Additionally, the annual increment was set at 3%; thus, if these new demands are accepted, a significant surge in salaries could be witnessed.
Annual Increment and DA Merger
The PSNM has also proposed that the annual increment be raised to a range of 6%–7%. They further suggest that once the Dearness Allowance (DA) reaches the 50% mark, it should be merged into the basic salary. Moreover, they advocate for the calculation of DA to be carried out using decimal values, a measure that could further accelerate the salary growth of employees.
Major Changes in HRA and Other Allowances
Teachers have demanded significant improvements in their allowances as well. A demand has been raised to revise the House Rent Allowance (HRA) rates to 12%, 24%, and 36%—up from the current rates of 10%, 20%, and 30%. Additionally, a proposal has been put forward to increase the Transport Allowance to a minimum of ₹9,000 plus Dearness Allowance (DA). Furthermore, a request has been made to fix the Digital Allowance at ₹2,000 per month (to cover internet and AI support costs).
Significant Benefits for Children’s Education
A demand has been made to increase the Child Education Allowance (CEA) from the current ₹2,812 to ₹7,000 per child per month. It has also been requested that this allowance remain applicable up to the graduation level.
Major Reforms in Medical and Insurance Coverage
Teachers have also offered several suggestions regarding their health and security. These include demands for a 100% cashless medical system (covering both OPD and IPD services), an increase in Group Insurance coverage from ₹1 crore to ₹2 crore, and the extension of CGHS-like medical facilities to employees even after retirement.
Leave and Retirement Benefits
The proposal demands the provision of 14 days of Casual Leave (CL) and 30 days of Earned Leave (EL). Furthermore, it calls for increasing the limit for EL encashment from 300 to 400 days. Additionally, there is a demand to raise the gratuity ceiling from ₹25 lakh to ₹50 lakh.
Promotions and Career Growth
Teachers have also sought changes regarding career growth. These demands include promotions every 6, 12, 18, and 24 years, as well as a promotion from TGT to PGT within 6–7 years. It is worth noting that, currently, many teachers have to wait 15–20 years to receive a promotion. This set of demands also encompasses the reinstatement of the OPS and adjustments to the retirement age. Among the most significant demands are the re-implementation of the Old Pension Scheme (OPS), a proposal to abolish the NPS and UPS, and a demand to raise the retirement age from 60 to 65 years. Additionally, there is a demand for the introduction of a system similar to ‘One Rank, One Pension’ (OROP) for civil employees.
Teachers have demanded not merely a salary revision, but a complete overhaul of the entire service structure under the 8th Pay Commission. If these demands are accepted, salaries could increase manifold. There would be significant improvements in allowances and pensions, as well as enhanced career growth opportunities and job security. However, these remain mere proposals at this stage; the final decision will be taken only after considering the recommendations of the 8th Pay Commission and the government.
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