In a significant move, the State Government has approved substantial salary and pension revisions for its employees, following recommendations from the 7th State Pay Commission. The announcement came after a Cabinet meeting held on July 15, 2024.

Chief Minister [Name] revealed that the new pay scales will take effect from August 1, 2024. The revision includes a 58.50% increase in basic pay and pensions, achieved by merging a 31% Dearness Allowance with the basic pay and applying a 27.50% fitment. Additionally, employees will see a 32% rise in their house rent allowance.

"This decision will benefit a large number of our state employees and pensioners," the Chief Minister stated. "It reflects our government's commitment to the welfare of our workforce."

Key highlights of the pay revision include:

  • Minimum basic pay will rise from Rs. 17,000 to Rs. 27,000
  • Maximum pay will increase from Rs. 1,50,600 to Rs. 2,41,200
  • Minimum pension will go up from Rs. 8,500 to Rs. 13,500
  • Maximum pension will be revised from Rs. 75,300 to Rs. 120,600

The pay revision will also apply to non-teaching staff of universities, employees of aided educational institutions, and local bodies.

The Chief Minister noted that the state government has allocated Rs. 20,208 crores annually to implement these changes, with provisions already made in the 2024-25 budget.

The 7th State Pay Commission, constituted on November 19, 2022, submitted its report on March 24, 2024, after thoroughly reviewing the demands for pay, allowance, and pension revisions.