Uttar Pradesh government hikes DA by 3% for employees
The Uttar Pradesh government has announced a 3% hike in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees, raising it from 60% to 63%. The increase is effective from July 1, 2026, and will benefit millions of government staff, teachers, and pensioners.
Why it matters
This policy change directly impacts the financial compensation of millions of public sector workers, helping them adjust to inflation.
Lucknow The Uttar Pradesh government has hiked the Dearness Allowance (DA) by 3% for State government employees, staff in aided educational and technical institutions, regular and full-time employees of urban local bodies, work-charged employees, and those serving on UGC pay scales. https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/uttar-pradesh/ Employees will now receive a Dearness Allowance of 63%, up from 60%. The increased rate will be effective from July 1, 2026, the State government said in a statement on Saturday (November 7, 2026). A Government Order was also issued in this regard on Saturday.
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