The Union Cabinet approved the 8th Pay Commission on January 16 to revise central government employees' salaries, but an official announcement is pending.

The 7th pay commission replaced the 6th pay commission's grade pay system with a rationalised pay matrix, showcasing all pay levels with a chart.

As the 8th Pay Commission has been announced, explore the journey of salary hikes for central government employees in India, from the 1st to the 7th Pay Commission -- implementation years, minimum salaries, and key recommendations.