The 8th Pay Commission Chennai Puducherry visit 2026 is official news for central government employees, associations, and unions in Tamil Nadu and Puducherry. The Eighth Central Pay Commission has announced that it will travel to Chennai on 7th and 8th September 2026, followed by a separate visit to Puducherry on 9th September 2026, to hear directly from stakeholders.
If your organisation, association, or union wants to interact with the Commission, you cannot just walk in — you need to submit a formal appointment request through an online form, along with your memorandum, well before the deadline. Miss it, and you lose your only window to raise your concerns in person before this round of consultations closes.
Here’s a plain-language breakdown of both notices — the dates, the process, who is eligible, and exactly how to apply.
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| Detail | Chennai Notice | Puducherry Notice |
|---|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Eighth Central Pay Commission, Ministry of Finance | Eighth Central Pay Commission, Ministry of Finance |
| Reference Number | F No. 35/8/2026-VST/8CPC | F No. 35/9/2026-VST/8CPC |
| Date of Notice | 24 July 2026 | 24 July 2026 |
| Visit Dates | 7 and 8 September 2026 | 9 September 2026 |
| Applicable To | Stakeholders based in Tamil Nadu | Stakeholders based in Union Territory of Puducherry only |
| Last Date to Apply | 18 August 2026 | 18 August 2026 |
| Signed By | Ambica Anand Chatterjee, Director, 8th CPC | Smitha Mol M.S., Deputy Secretary, 8th CPC |
Background
The Eighth Central Pay Commission (8th CPC) is the body responsible for reviewing and recommending changes to the pay, allowances, and pensions of central government employees. As part of its consultation process, the Commission is holding city-wise meetings across India so that Organisations, Institutions, Associations, and Unions of Central Government employees can present their views in person.
These two notices, both dated 24 July 2026, confirm the Commission’s next stop after Chennai and Puducherry, employee groups elsewhere should not send appointment requests for these particular sittings — the Commission has made it clear that only stakeholders from the relevant state or Union Territory should apply for each visit.
Key Details Under the 8th CPC Chennai and Puducherry Notices
- The Commission will hold separate sittings in Chennai (7–8 September 2026) and Puducherry (9 September 2026) — they are not combined events.
- Only Organisations, Institutions, Associations, and Unions of Central Government employees can request an appointment — this is not open to individual employees.
- Stakeholders must apply through the official NIC forms portal, not by email or letter.
- Every applicant must submit a memorandum first; the portal generates a unique Memo ID upon submission, which must be quoted while requesting the appointment.
- The last date to apply is 18 August 2026 for both cities — no separate extension has been announced.
- Venue and the exact meeting schedule will be shared later, directly with applicants.
- Tamil Nadu stakeholders should not apply for the Puducherry sitting, and vice versa — each notice restricts eligibility to its own state/UT.
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How to Apply for an Appointment With the 8th CPC
Follow these steps carefully — a missing Memo ID or a late submission is enough to get your request rejected.
- Prepare your memorandum — Draft the points your organisation wants to raise with the Commission (pay matrix, allowances, service conditions, etc.).
- Submit the memorandum online — Chennai and Puducherry each have their own separate NIC forms link, published in their respective official notices. These are long, case-sensitive, system-generated URLs — always copy the link straight from the official notice rather than retyping it, so you don’t end up on the wrong city’s form.
- Note your unique Memo ID — This is generated automatically once your memorandum is submitted.
- Request an appointment — Use the same portal to formally seek a meeting slot, quoting your Memo ID.
- Submit before 18 August 2026 — Don’t wait for the last day; government portals tend to slow down close to deadlines.
- Wait for confirmation — Venue details and the meeting schedule will be intimated separately by the Commission.
⚠️ Deadline Alert: The last date to submit your appointment request for both Chennai and Puducherry is 18 August 2026. Requests without a valid Memo ID will not be considered.
Who Should Apply?
- For the Chennai sitting (7–8 September 2026): Organisations, Institutions, Associations, and Unions of Central Government employees based in Tamil Nadu.
- For the Puducherry sitting (9 September 2026): Stakeholders belonging only to the Union Territory of Puducherry.
Central government employee groups from other states are specifically requested not to seek appointments during these two visits — the Commission has clarified it will hold separate meetings in other states and UTs in due course.
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Official Notification Details
Both notices are dated 24 July 2026 and issued under the letterhead of the Ministry of Finance, Eighth Central Pay Commission. The Chennai notice (F No. 35/8/2026-VST/8CPC) is signed by Ambica Anand Chatterjee, Director, while the Puducherry notice (F No. 35/9/2026-VST/8CPC) is signed by Smitha Mol M.S., Deputy Secretary. Both are official government communications and should be treated as the primary source for this update.
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Official Notice (Chennai) | Download PDF |
| Chennai Appointment Portal | Apply online |
| Official Notice (Puducherry) | Download PDF |
| Puducherry Appointment Portal | Apply Online |
| Official 8th CPC Website | https://8cpc.gov.in/ |
| 8th CPC Category Page | 8cpc-updates |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. When is the 8th Pay Commission visiting Chennai?
The Commission will hold its Chennai sitting on 7 and 8 September 2026, as per the official notice dated 24 July 2026.
2. When is the 8th Pay Commission visiting Puducherry?
The Puducherry sitting is scheduled for 9 September 2026, a day after the Chennai visit concludes.
3. Who can apply for an appointment with the Commission?
Only Organisations, Institutions, Associations, and Unions of Central Government employees can apply — this window is not meant for individual employees applying on their own.
4. What is the last date to submit an appointment request?
18 August 2026 is the deadline for both the Chennai and Puducherry sittings.
5. What is a “Memo ID” and why do I need it?
It is a unique reference number generated automatically after you submit your memorandum on the Commission’s portal. You must quote this ID while requesting your appointment slot.
6. Can a Tamil Nadu association apply for the Puducherry meeting instead?
No. The Puducherry notice is restricted to stakeholders belonging only to the Union Territory of Puducherry, and the Chennai notice is meant for Tamil Nadu-based stakeholders.
7. Where will the meetings actually be held?
Venue details and the meeting schedule have not been announced yet — the Commission has said these will be shared separately with applicants closer to the date.
Summing Up…
If your association or union in Tamil Nadu or Puducherry wants a direct say in what the 8th Pay Commission recommends, this notice is your opportunity — but only if you act before 18 August 2026. Submit your memorandum, secure your Memo ID, and request your appointment slot without waiting for the last moment. For the venue announcement, meeting schedule updates, and everything else on the 8th CPC, bookmark govtserviceinfo.com and join our Telegram channel for instant alerts.
Disclaimer: The information in this article is based on official notices issued by the Eighth Central Pay Commission, Ministry of Finance, dated 24 July 2026. While we make every effort to be accurate and up to date, government schedules and portals can change. Please verify the details, including venue and meeting timings, directly from the official 8th CPC communication before making any travel or submission plans. This article is for informational purposes only.
