#dearness-allowance
DA hike: States hike dearness allowance for employees, pensioners — Check full list here
The Centre increased the Dearness Allowance to 60% effective January 1, impacting millions of central government employees and pensioners. Following this, various states and organizations, including Indian Railways and the IBA, announced hikes. Here's a look:
DA, DR hike: Difference between dearness allowance and dearness relief, explained
Dearness allowance (DA) and dearness relief (DR) are salary components for central government employees and pensioners, revised biannually based on inflation — both aimed at offsetting cost-of-living increases.
Dearness Allowance: Maharashtra approves payment of DA arrears for state employees under 5th, 6th and 7th CPC
Dearness Allowance: The Maharashtra state government has approved payment of DA arrears for state employees under the 5th, 6th and 7th central pay commission. The total payout is ₹800 crore.
DA hike calculator: When is next Dearness allowance hike? How much to expect? How it will impact your salary
On April 18, the Centre raised the dearness allowance for employees by 2%, increasing it to 60%. The next DA hike is expected in July 2026, with a potential increase of 2-3% depending on inflation trends, benefiting approximately 50.46 lakh employees and 68.2…
Dearness Allowance: What are the types of DA? How often are they revised? We answer the top FAQs
Dearness Allowance is of two types, one which is revised quarterly based on CPI, and the other revised semi-annually. Both these aim to mitigate inflation effects for households of central government employees.
DA hike: IBA announces Dearness Allowance increase in bank employee salaries for May, June, July 2026 — Details
The government revised the Dearness Allowance (DA) for bank employees for May, June, and July 2026, impacting salaries for workmen and officer employees. Here's how this impacts monthly pay for bank staff…
Dearness Allowance: Is DA in salary subject to income tax? Is it part of CTC? Check latest FAQs here
The Finance Ministry announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance for central government employees and pensioners, effective January 1, 2026, raising it from 58% to 60%. Here's all you need to know about the pay component…