DA Hike 2026: Fight between government employees and pensioners! Green signal for increase in dearness allowance by 6%, know how much the salary will increase

New Delhi: The morning of March 13, 2026 has brought a wonderful good news for the central government employees and pensioners. Amidst rising inflation, the government has indicated a huge increase of 6% in Dearness Allowance (DA). This decision has been taken on the basis of the latest data of AICPI (All India Consumer Price Index), which has brought joy to the faces of more than 50 lakh employees and more than 65 lakh pensioners. 6% jump in DA: What will be the effect on your salary? 6% increase in dearness allowance directly means more money in your pocket. This increase is applicable on your basic salary. Let us see how much impact it will have on different salary slabs: Basic Pay (Basic Pay) Additional monthly benefit due to 6% DA increase Total annual increase ₹ 18,000 (Minimum)₹1,080₹12,960₹30,000₹1,800₹21,600₹50,000₹3,000₹36,000₹70,000₹4,200₹50,400Big relief: If this increase is implemented from January 2026, then the employees will also get the arrears of the previous months in lump sum, Due to which the happiness of Holi and upcoming festivals will be doubled. What is Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR)? For Employees (DA): It is given to maintain the purchasing power of working government servants. For Pensioners (DR): It is called ‘Dearness Relief’ on the pension received by retired employees. Basis of calculation: Based on the monthly data of AICPI index released by the Ministry of Labor twice a year (January and July) It is reviewed. 5 big things about this decisionBenefit to 50+ lakh employees: All departments of the Central Government, Railways and Defense personnel will get direct benefit from it. Gift of arrears: The increased money of the month of January and February will come to the account in the form of arrears. Movement in the states too: After this decision of the Centre, states like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan can also soon announce 6% DA increase for their employees. Economic strength: Experts believe that With more money in the hands of employees, the demand in the market will increase, which will also boost the country’s economy. Security to pensioners: This 6% increase for elderly pensioners will be of great help in managing the rising expenses of medicines and everyday life.