DA Hike Update: This State Announces 3% Increase for Government Employees and Pensioners, Check Details Inside

Government employees and pensioners eagerly await periodic increases in their dearness allowance (DA). Recently, on Wednesday, the Gujarat government delivered good news to its employees and pensioners. The state government announced a 3 per cent hike in the DA. According to PTI, this increase will benefit approximately nine lakh employees and pensioners, raising the DA to 53 per cent of the basic salary.

Decision Effective from July 1, 2024

According to reports, the decision to increase the dearness allowance (DA) will be applicable retrospectively from July 1, 2024. The Finance Department has issued a proposal under the Gujarat State Service (Pay Revision) Rules, 2016, to increase DA from 50 per cent to 53 per cent of the basic pay. This decision will benefit more than nine lakh employees and pensioners.

Arrears Distribution Timeline

The arrears from July to November 2024 will be disbursed in January 2025, along with the December salary and pension. The hike will benefit state government employees, panchayat employees, teaching and non-teaching staff in secondary and higher secondary schools, and employees of aided non-government schools who fall under the Seventh Pay Commission.

Other Employees Who Will Benefit

The government has also stated that, with appropriate modifications, this benefit will be extended to primary teachers and employees working on deputation or transfer in panchayats, who have been approved for salary revision under the commission. Increasing the DA of state government employees and pensioners by 3 per cent, from the existing rate of 50 per cent to 53 percent, has been under consideration. After careful review, the DA increase (to 53% of basic pay) has been approved.

Final Approval

The proposal to increase the DA rate from 50 per cent to 53 per cent was carefully reviewed by the government. After due consideration, the increase to 53 percent of basic pay, effective July 1, 2024, has been officially approved.

How to Check DA Hike Status Online: Quick Guide

1. Visit Official Website: Open your state government or finance department’s website.
2. Check Notifications: Look for updates or circulars on Dearness Allowance.
3. Log into Employee Portal: Use your employee ID to access salary details.
4. Review DA Circular: Download and verify the latest DA order or GO.
5. Check Salary/Pension Slip: Confirm updated DA and arrears.
6. Contact HR: Reach out to your HR or pension office for clarifications.