Himachal Government Hikes DA to 50%, October Salary to Include Revised Rate

Shimla, October 23: The Himachal Pradesh government has increased Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and officers from 45% to 50%, with the revised rate to be paid along with the October salary in November 2026.

According to an order issued by the state government, the five-percentage-point increase applies to employees covered under the Himachal Pradesh Civil Services (Revised Pay) Rules, 2022. It also covers All India Services officers and state government employees drawing pay under UGC scales.

The increase comprises 1% DA effective from July 1, 2023, and 4% effective from January 1, 2024.

Arrears for the period from July 1, 2023, and January 1, 2024, up to September 30, 2026, will be paid separately in accordance with the procedure to be specified in subsequent government orders.

The remaining terms and conditions governing DA payments will continue as before. For rounding off the payable amount, fractions of 50 paise or more will be rounded up to the next rupee, while fractions below 50 paise will be ignored.

The order is available on the state government’s Finance Department website.

Samagra Sikhsha