DA Hike July 2025: The central government is expected to announce a 3% DA hike this month, in a Diwali bonanza for employees and pensioners, according to reports citing sources. The increase in dearness allowance, the proposal for which is expected to be taken by the Union Cabinet today, will become effective from July 2025.

UPDATE: Govt Announces 3% DA Hike For Employees & Pensioners, To Be Effective From July 2025

This hike will benefit over 1.2 crore employees and pensioners in the country, giving them extra money to spend during the ongoing festival season.

Currently, central government employees receive DA at 55% of their basic pay. After the expected 3% hike, the DA will increase to 58%.

The DA hike is announced twice a year in February-March and September-October, with retros

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