Government employees in Uttar Pradesh have received a festive financial boost as the state government has approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA). With this revision, the DA rate has increased from 60% to 63% of basic pay, bringing additional financial relief to eligible employees.
Revised DA to Be Effective from July 1
The increased Dearness Allowance will be applicable retrospectively from July 1, 2026. Eligible employees will receive the revised allowance along with their November 2026 salary.
The decision is expected to help government staff manage rising household expenses and provide additional financial support during the festive season.
Pensioners Also Benefit from the Revision
The DA revision is accompanied by a corresponding increase in Dearness Relief (DR) for eligible pensioners. This will provide additional support to retired government employees whose pension benefits are linked to the revised allowance rate.
What Employees Should Know
The latest decision brings Uttar Pradesh government employees’ DA rate to 63%, matching the current rate announced for central government employees.
Employees should check the applicable government order for details about their revised salary and arrears.
