Expected July 2026 dearness allowance revision
A central government employees’ body urged an early announcement of the July 2026 DA and DR instalment, effective from 1 July. Inflation data points to a possible 3% DA increase to 63%, but the hike remains uncertain.
Timeline
Wednesday, 30 September
- August CPI-IW points to a 65.05% January 2027 DA calculation
August 2026 CPI-IW rose to 154.4
Monday, 28 September
- Central government employees await a possible 3% dearness allowance hike to 63%
Inflation data indicates a possible 3% increase, taking DA to 63%
Friday, 25 September
- Employee body seeks early announcement of July 2026 DA and DR revision
The revised DA and DR rate is effective from 1 July
