Salary Revision

DA Hike: Central Government Increases Dearness Allowance by 2% to 60%

DA Hike: Central Government Increases Dearness Allowance by 2% to 60%

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April 18, 2026

The Union Cabinet has officially approved a 2% increase in the Dearness Allowance for central government employees. This revision, effective from January 1, 2026, will also raise Dearness Relief for pensioners.