This state increased dearness allowance by 10% for government employees, salary of pensioners will also increase: – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: Amid rising inflation in the country, a big good news has emerged for government employees and pensioners. Kerala Government Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. Huge increase of 10% Has announced. After the official order issued on 20 February 2026, there is now a smile on the faces of lakhs of families in the state.

1. DA increased from 25% to 35% (New DA Rates)

After this decision of the Kerala Government, the dearness allowance given to the state employees will now be equal to their basic pay. 35% Will be done. Earlier this rate was 25%.

When will it be applicable: increased dearness allowance March 2026 This will be added to the salary of Rs. 1,000, which will be paid in the beginning of April.

Benefits to pensioners: Enhanced Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners April 2026 Will be given with pension of Rs.

2. Who will get the benefit? (Beneficiaries List)

The benefits of this decision of the government will be widespread:

Regular employees and teachers of State Government.

Non-teaching staff of aided schools, colleges and polytechnics.

Employees of local bodies.

Full-time contingent employees.

Family pensioners and ‘ex-gratia’ beneficiaries.

3. Arrears & Conditions

As per government order, a notice regarding payment of arrears of DA and DR. separate order Will be released later.

Exception: The hike will not be immediately applicable to Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) and Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC); Separate instructions will be issued for them.

Own resources: Local bodies will have to bear this additional expenditure from their own funds.

4. Will the Central Government also give ‘Holi Gift’? (Central Govt DA Update)

After this step of Kerala Government, now all eyes are on the Central Government. 3 March 2026 It is the festival of Holi and it is expected that the center will also be happy for its employees. 2% to 3% Can announce DA increase. If this happens, then the DA of central employees 60% Can reach.

Summary: Purchasing power of employees will increase