Central employees’ bat-bat! 8th Pay Commission and DA increase may be announced in April:

News India Live, Digital Desk: April 2026 can bring happiness for more than 1 crore central employees and pensioners of the country. According to sources and media reports, the Central Government will increase the Dearness Allowance (DA) next month. 2% to 4% Can announce increase of Rs. Along with this, the bigger picture is also expected to become clear regarding the formation of the 8th Pay Commission and its ‘fitment factor’.

How much will be the increase in Dearness Allowance (DA)?

Employees are waiting for the next revision since the last hike was in October 2025.

Estimated increase: Based on AICPI-IW data, this time in DA 2% The growth of is considered almost certain, due to which it increased from 58% to 60% Will be done.

When will it be applicable: this increase 1 January 2026 This will be considered effective from 2017, which means that the employees will have to pay for the previous months. Arrears Will also be available.

Announcement date: After no announcement on Holi (3 March), it is now believed that the announcement will be made in the last week of March or first week of april The cabinet can approve it.

8th Pay Commission: What is the latest status?

The tenure of the 7th Pay Commission has ended on 31 December 2025. Now there is a stir regarding the 8th Pay Commission:

Questionnaire deadline extended: 8th Pay Commission extends last date for submission of its 18-point questionnaire to seek feedback from various stakeholders 31 March 2026 Has been extended till.

Demand for Fitment Factor: employee organization 3.00 to 3.25 Are demanding fitment factor of Rs. If the government assumes a multiplier of 3.00, then the minimum basic salary Increase from Rs 18,000 to Rs 54,000 can happen till

Chairperson: The commission, headed by Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, is in the process of formulating its recommendations.

How much will be the impact on salary? (an example)

If your basic salary Rs 30,000 and DA increases by 2%, your monthly income will increase by approximately 600 rupees There will be a direct increase. At the same time, after the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, this increase will be in thousands.

These states have already given good news

State governments like Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra and Kerala have already announced DA hike for their employees. Madhya Pradesh government from April 2026 58% DA It has been decided to give, which is equal to the central rate.