Central government employees might get a DA hike in September, before Diwali. The hike will be effective from July 1, 2025, and arrears will be paid.<img>Great news for central government employees! A DA hike is likely in September, before Diwali. It’s effective from July 1, 2025, with arrears paid directly.<img>Discussions are ongoing about the DA hike percentage. Current DA is 55%, and it might increase by 3-4% to 59%. The government announces DA hikes twice a year.<img>Even if delayed, employees get full arrears. DA hikes slightly increase salaries yearly, and inflation also plays a role.<img>Employees await 18 months of Covid-period DA arrears. Unions are pushing for it, but the government hasn’t announced anything yet. Retirees also await arrears.
