
Cabinet Clears 53% DA Hike Ahead of Diwali: Check Exact 3-Month Arrears Credited in Your October 2026 Salary Slip
The Union Cabinet has officially approved a 3% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR), raising the total rate from 50% to 53%. Over 49 lakh central government employees and 68 lakh pensioners will receive 3 months of retrospective arrears in their October 2026 salary slips.




