The 8th Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) is set to visit Bengaluru, Karnataka, on October 7 and 8, 2026, for interactions with stakeholders, including recognised organisations, institutions, associations and unions representing Central Government employees and other concerned groups.
According to a notice dated August 24, 2026, stakeholders who wish to interact with the Commission during its Bengaluru visit must submit their request for an appointment on or before September 18, 2026. The request must be supported by the Unique Memo ID generated after submission of the memorandum to the 8th CPC.
8th CPC Bengaluru Visit 2026: Key Details
| Particulars | Details |
| Commission | Eighth Central Pay Commission |
| Visit Location | Bengaluru, Karnataka |
| Visit Dates | October 7 and 8, 2026 |
| Notice Date | August 24, 2026 |
| Last Date for Appointment Request | September 18, 2026 |
| Eligible Stakeholders | Organisations, institutions, associations and unions of Central Government employees and other stakeholders |
| Important Requirement | Unique Memo ID generated after memorandum submission |
| Venue and Schedule | To be communicated separately |
The notice has been issued under No. 35/12/2026-VST/8CPC by the Eighth Central Pay Commission.
Who Can Seek an Appointment With the 8th CPC?
The Bengaluru interaction provides an opportunity for interested stakeholder bodies to present their views directly before the Commission. The notice specifically refers to:
- Organisations and institutions
- Associations and unions of Central Government employees
- Other interested stakeholders seeking interaction with the Commission
Applicants are required to submit an appointment request through the prescribed online process within the stipulated deadline.
Unique Memo ID Is Important
One of the key requirements mentioned in the notice is the submission of a Unique Memo ID along with the appointment request.
This means that stakeholders seeking a meeting with the Commission should ensure that their memorandum has already been submitted through the prescribed process and that the corresponding Unique Memo ID has been generated.
The 8th CPC had earlier invited structured views and inputs from a wide range of stakeholders, including government employees, pensioners, associations, unions, researchers and individuals. The Commission’s official questionnaire process was conducted through the MyGov platform, with the response window closing on March 31, 2026.
Venue and Detailed Schedule Yet to Be Announced
While the dates of the Bengaluru visit have been announced, the exact venue and detailed interaction schedule have not yet been disclosed.
According to the notice, these details will be communicated subsequently to the concerned stakeholders. Therefore, organisations and associations planning to participate should submit their appointment requests before the September 18 deadline and watch for further communication from the Commission.
Bengaluru Visit Continues 8th CPC’s Nationwide Consultations
The Bengaluru programme is part of the 8th CPC’s wider process of engaging with stakeholders across different parts of India.
The Commission’s official website has previously published notices for interactions and visits in several locations, including Delhi, Lucknow, Bhubaneswar, Kolkata, Chennai, Puducherry, Chandigarh and Jaipur. These consultations indicate that the Commission is gathering views from different regions and stakeholder groups before preparing its recommendations.
Why This Meeting Is Important for Central Government Employees and Pensioners
The interaction in Bengaluru could be important for employee and pensioner organisations that want to formally present their demands, concerns and suggestions before the 8th Pay Commission.
Issues that various stakeholder groups may seek to raise can include:
- Revision of basic pay and pension
- Fitment factor
- Minimum pay and minimum pension
- Pension revision
- Family pension
- Allowances and service-related benefits
- Pay matrix and career progression issues
- Other employee and pensioner welfare concerns
However, it is important to note that the Bengaluru visit itself does not mean that the Commission has accepted or decided upon any particular demand. The purpose of such interactions is to collect and consider representations from stakeholders.
8th CPC: Background
The Eighth Central Pay Commission was constituted by the Government of India through a notification dated November 3, 2025. The Commission is headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai as Chairperson, with Prof. Pulak Ghosh as Part-Time Member and Shri Pankaj Jain as Member-Secretary.
As the Commission continues its consultations with employees, pensioners, associations and other stakeholders, its regional visits are being closely watched by Central Government employees and retired personnel across the country.
What Stakeholders Should Do Before September 18
Organisations, associations and unions interested in participating in the Bengaluru interaction should consider the following:
- Ensure that their memorandum has been submitted through the prescribed process.
- Keep the Unique Memo ID generated after submission ready.
- Submit the appointment request within the prescribed deadline of September 18, 2026.
- Wait for further information regarding the venue and detailed schedule of interactions.
- Keep checking the official 8th CPC website for any revised instructions or announcements.
Conclusion
The 8th CPC visit to Bengaluru on October 7 and 8, 2026, marks another important stage in the Commission’s consultation process. Associations, unions and other eligible stakeholder bodies that wish to directly interact with the Commission have a limited window to submit their appointment requests.
The deadline for submitting the request is September 18, 2026, and applicants must provide the Unique Memo ID generated after submission of their memorandum. The venue and detailed programme are expected to be announced separately.
For Central Government employees, pensioners and representative organisations, the Bengaluru visit will be another closely watched opportunity to place their views before the 8th Central Pay Commission.