Central government employees are still waiting for the next Dearness Allowance (DA) hike, which is expected to be announced around September or October this year.
But before the Centre’s announcement, several state governments have already given good news to their employees and pensioners.
Now, Jharkhand has also announced a major increase in DA, bringing relief to thousands of government workers and retired employees.
Jharkhand Increases DA for Employees and Pensioners
The Jharkhand government cabinet has approved a hike in Dearness Allowance under different pay commissions.
Under the 7th Pay Commission, DA has been increased from 58% to 60% for government employees and pensioners.
For employees under the 6th Pay Commission, DA has gone up from 257% to 262%, while employees under the 5th Pay Commission will now get 483% DA instead of 474%.
This decision is expected to benefit a large number of employees and pensioners across the state.
Several States Have Already Announced DA Hikes
Jharkhand is not the only state to increase DA recently.
Many other states have also announced hikes for government employees.
Arunachal Pradesh
On May 6, the Arunachal Pradesh government increased DA and Dearness Relief (DR) by 2%.
The DA was raised from 58% to 60% and became effective from January 1, 2026.
Around 69,248 employees and officers are expected to benefit from this decision.
Tamil Nadu Employees Also Get Relief
Tamil Nadu announced a 2% DA hike on May 14 for state government employees, teachers, pensioners, and family pensioners.
After the increase, DA reached 60% of basic salary.
The new rates are applicable from January 1, 2026.
The state government said this decision would increase its annual financial burden by around ₹1,230 crore.
However, nearly 16 lakh beneficiaries will receive the benefit.
Bihar, UP and Maharashtra Also Increased DA
The Bihar government also announced a DA and DR increase for employees under the 6th Pay Commission.
The DA was increased from 257% to 262%, effective from January 1, 2026.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh also raised DA from 58% to 60%.
Around 8 lakh state employees and nearly 4 lakh pensioners are expected to benefit from the decision.
Maharashtra has also announced a DA increase for its employees, adding to the wave of relief measures by state governments.
Central Government Employees Now Waiting for Next Update
With several states already announcing DA hikes, central government employees are now eagerly waiting for the Centre’s decision.
Reports suggest the next DA revision for central employees may be announced in September or October.
If approved, it could increase salaries and pensions for lakhs of employees and pensioners across the country.
