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Dearness Allowance Calculator

Dearness Allowance

Calculate Dearness Allowance for Indian central government employees based on basic pay and current DA rate

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Formula

DA = Basic Pay x DA Rate / 100; HRA = Basic Pay x HRA Rate (based on city classification)

Frequently Asked Questions

How often is Dearness Allowance revised?
Dearness Allowance for central government employees is revised twice a year, effective January and July, based on the All India Consumer Price Index (AICPI) for the preceding 12 months.
Does DA affect retirement benefits?
Yes. DA at the time of retirement is merged into basic pay for calculating pension and gratuity. Higher DA at retirement leads to higher retirement benefits for government employees.

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