Government Approves 2% DA Increase for Central Employees and Pensioners Ahead of 8th Pay Commission
Centre approves 2% DA hike for central govt employees, pensioners ahead of 8th Pay Commission: Report
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The Indian government has approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, effective January 2026. This move comes as unions demand broader pay revisions ahead of the upcoming 8th Pay Commission.
- 01The Cabinet approved a 2% DA increase for central government employees and pensioners.
- 02The revised DA will be effective from January 2026.
- 03The last DA revision occurred in October, increasing from 55% to 58%.
- 04Employee unions are advocating for changes under the 8th Pay Commission.
- 05The National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM) has requested a higher fitment factor of 3.83.
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On Saturday, the Indian Cabinet approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central government employees and pensioners, set to take effect in January 2026. This adjustment follows the last DA revision in October, which raised the allowance from 55% to 58% effective from July 1, 2025. The increase will also apply to pensioners, who will receive a corresponding boost in Dearness Relief (DR). This decision comes amid increasing pressure from employee unions, particularly the National Council–Joint Consultative Machinery (NC-JCM), which is advocating for more significant pay revisions under the anticipated 8th Pay Commission. The unions have requested a fitment factor of 3.83, reflecting their demands for a more substantial compensation adjustment.
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This DA increase will provide additional financial support to central government employees and pensioners, helping to offset inflation and rising living costs.
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