Rajasthan DA Hike: Timeline for 60% Dearness Allowance

In a significant move to support its workforce against rising inflation, the Rajasthan government has officially approved a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR). 

This decision, taken under the direction of Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, raises the allowance from 58% to 60% for state employees and pensioners governed by the 7th Pay Commission.

Broad Impact and Financial Scope

The revision is set to benefit approximately 12.46 lakh individuals. These beneficiaries are located across the entire state. 

This includes 7.02 lakh active government employees and 5.44 lakh pensioners. 

Notably, the hike also extends to the staff of Panchayat Samitis and Zila Parishads, ensuring broad coverage across rural and urban administrative bodies.

The state treasury will bear an additional annual financial burden of approximately ₹1,156 crore to fund this increase.

This adjustment follows the Central Government’s recent decision to raise DA for its own employees, maintaining parity between central and state-level benefits.

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Rajasthan DA Hike: Effective Date and Payment Timeline

The hike is effective retroactively from January 1, 2026. 

Beneficiaries will see the revised amounts reflected in their cash payments starting from the May 2026 salary, which is payable in June.

Arrears for active employees will cover the four-month period between January 1 and April 30, 2026.

The government will credit these funds directly to their General Provident Fund (GPF) accounts.

However, pensioners will receive their dearness relief arrears in cash, providing immediate liquidity to senior citizens.

Mitigating Inflationary Pressure

Dearness Allowance is a critical component of government compensation, designed to cushion the impact of the rising cost of living. 

The Rajasthan government aims to protect the purchasing power of its employees by increasing the DA to 60%.

This move helps counter the impact of fluctuating market prices for essential goods and energy.

This move is seen as a vital step in maintaining employee morale. It also ensures financial stability for over a million households in the state.

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