Government Flags Fake 8th Pay Commission Salary Calculators, Issues Advisory to Central Employees
Government Flags Fake 8th Pay Commission Salary Calculators, Issues Advisory to Central Employees
New Delhi , 20 Feb : The Central Government has issued a new warning to its employees. They should avoid clicking on suspicious links that claim to offer an “8th Pay Commission Salary Calculator.” Officials have stated that many fake websites and social media posts are spreading misleading information. These tactics aim to trick users into sharing personal details.
The advisory notes that no official announcement has been made about the formation of the 8th Pay Commission. Still, several unverified sites are promoting so-called salary calculators. They promise to estimate updated pay scales under the upcoming commission.
Authorities warned that these links may be dangerous and could be part of phishing attempts. These scams aim to steal sensitive data, including login details, banking information, and personal ID.
What Makes These Links Suspicious?
* Websites that do not end with official government domains like “.gov.in”
* Links shared widely on WhatsApp, Telegram, or social media without official confirmation
* Pages that request personal information like employee ID, date of birth, or bank account details
* Promises of exact salary figures despite no formal announcement from the government
Cybersecurity experts have urged employees to rely solely on official government portals and trusted sources for updates about pay commissions.
They stressed that any real announcement about salary changes will come through authorized government channels.
The government has reiterated that employees should not click on unknown links and should report suspicious websites to their department’s IT or cybersecurity team.
With online scams increasing, officials highlighted the need for digital vigilance to prevent financial fraud and data theft.
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