Why is the Dearness Allowance still not announced? 3 Questions and Answers!
- What is the percentage of da hike from July 2023?
- The announcement regarding the increase in DA for July 2023 is still pending?
- When central govt will declare 4% da hike?
Instalment may be Announced in March
Instalment may be Announced in September
January to June 2023 Declared! – July to December 2023 Pending!
What percentage of dearness allowance increase form July 2023?
- 7th Pay Commission DA Calculation – Average of 12 Months AICPIN – 261.42/261.42 x 100
| Month & Year | BY-2016 | By-2001 | 7th CPC DA% |
| Jul-2022 | 129.9 | 374 | 39.03 |
| Aug-2022 | 130.2 | 375 | 39.70 |
| Sep-2022 | 131.3 | 378 | 40.43 |
| Oct-2022 | 132.5 | 382 | 41.13 |
| Nov 2022 | 132.5 | 382 | 41.77 |
| Dec 2022 | 132.3 | 381 | 42.41 |
| Jan 2023 | 132.8 | 382 | 43.11 |
| Feb 2023 | 132.7 | 382 | 43.81 |
| Mar 2023 | 133.3 | 384 | 44.48 |
| Apr 2023 | 134.2 | 386 | 45.05 |
| May 2023 | 134.7 | 388 | 45.56 |
| Jun 2023 | 136.4 | 393 | 46.23 |
- CPI (Consumer Price Index) for Industrial Workers (Base Year 2016=100)
- Important Data to Calculate DA for Central Government Employees and Pensioners
- Need 12 Months of AICPIN DATA for Calculating DA from July 2022 to June 2023
| Jan 2023 | 132.8 | 382 | 43.11 |
| Feb 2023 | 132.7 | 382 | 43.81 |
| Mar 2023 | 133.3 | 384 | 44.48 |
| Apr 2023 | 134.2 | 386 | 45.05 |
| May 2023 | 134.7 | 388 | 45.56 |
| Jun 2023 | 136.4 | 393 | 46.23 |
- Old DA – 42%
- Additional DA – 4%
- New DA – 46%
Waiting For Union Cabinet Committee Approval!
46.23- 42+4 = 46
1. Rs.720 – Pay Hike Per Month for Central Govt employees
2. Rs.360 – Pension Hike Per Month for Central Govt Pensioners
Fully DA indexed–Allowances that are in the nature of fixed amounts, but the amount is fully indexed to Dearness Allowance (DA), e.g. Transport Allowance
DA Hike Also Impact on Transport Allowance and Rate of Transport Allowance
| Rate of Transport Allowance from 1st July 2023 | ||
| Pay Matrix Level | Higher TPTA Cities | Other Places |
| Pay Matrix Level 9 and Above | Rs. 7200 + (46% of 7200) | Rs. 3600 + (46% of 3600) |
| Pay Matrix Level 3 to Level 8 | Rs. 3600 + (46% of 3600) | Rs. 1800 + (46% of 1800) |
| Pay Matrix Level 1 and Level 2 | Rs. 1350 + (46% of 1350) | Rs. 900 + (46% of 900) |
No Transport Allowance for Central Government Pensioners
Why has the DA hike not yet been declared by the central govt?
India’s new Parliament building was officially inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on May 28, 2023. During the auspicious ceremony, Modi unveiled a plaque as a symbolic dedication of the building to the nation. Additionally, he was presented a prestigious gold-plated sceptre called “Sengol” by Adheenam priests, which he respectfully placed near the chair of the Lok Sabha Speaker in accordance with customary practices.
In the year 2014, the Central government employed a total of 4.7 million individuals, out of which 1.4 million were enlisted in the armed forces. The military personnel accounted for 30% of the overall workforce, while the Railways sector held a 28% share in terms of employment.
The meeting of the Union Cabinet Committee is anticipated to take place either on Wednesday or Thursday.
What is the status of the DA Hike and When will it be announced?
- Anticipated Positive Developments Ahead for Central Government Employees and Pensioners in the Upcoming Week.