Update: 29 October 2026
The Union Cabinet approved an additional 3% Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective from 1 July 2026. The rate rises from 60% to 63% of basic pay or pension.
The official announcement says the decision is expected to benefit about 48.54 lakh employees and 68.71 lakh pensioners. Individual payment timing and arrears processing should be confirmed through the relevant department or pension-disbursing authority.
Official source: PIB Cabinet release on DA and DR.
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