DA revision
Extra pay each month
+₹1,062
Arrears for 4 months:
| Item | Now | After hike |
|---|---|---|
| DA rate | ||
| DA a month |
Over a full year the hike adds before tax.
DA hike calculator
See what a new DA rate adds to your pay each month, and how much arrears you’ll get for the months before it is paid.
Common questions
What is the current DA rate?
60% of basic pay for central government employees, effective from 1 January 2026. The hike was approved in April 2026.
When will the July 2026 DA hike be announced?
It had not been announced as of 20 October 2026. In 2025 the July hike was announced on 1 October. The new rate counts from 1 July, so the months before the announcement are paid as arrears.
How is DA calculated?
From the All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPI-IW), averaged over 12 months. The rate is revised twice a year, from 1 January and 1 July.
Do pensioners get the same increase?
Yes. Dearness relief for pensioners usually rises by the same percentage from the same date. Enter your basic pension in place of basic pay.
Will DA be merged with basic pay?
Not before the 8th Pay Commission. DA keeps rising until the new pay scales start. It is then folded into basic pay through the fitment factor and restarts at 0%.
Estimates for planning only, not financial or tax advice. Kyun is independent and not linked to the Government of India. Rates and rules last checked 20 October 2026.
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