Central Government DA Calculator

Calculate the Dearness Allowance (DA) amount for a central government employee, based on basic pay and the current DA rate.

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Data period
DA rate effective from 1 January 2026 (60% of basic pay)
Source
Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Government of India
Last updated
24-09-2026
DA amount = Basic Pay × current DA rate (%). Enter your basic pay and the current DA rate to calculate it.
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DA is revised twice a year (January and July) by the Ministry of Finance.

Your result

₹33,660

DA amount

Basic pay + DA₹89,760

AI explanation

Formula

DA = Basic Pay × current DA rate (%)

Worked example

Basic ₹56,100 at 60% DA (the rate from 1 January 2026)

Worked example: Basic ₹56,100 at 60% DA (the rate from 1 January 2026)
FieldValue
Basic pay₹56,100
Current DA rate (%)60
DA amount₹33,660
Basic pay + DA₹89,760

Assumptions and limitations

This calculator assumes

  • DA rate is revised twice a year (effective January and July) based on the All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPIN).
  • Applies to central government employees on the 7th CPC pay structure — state government DA rates may differ.

What it does not account for

  • The default DA rate is the rate effective from 1 January 2026. The July 2026 revision is announced later in the year and applies retrospectively; enter the new rate once it is notified.

Frequently asked questions

How often is DA revised?

Twice a year — effective from 1 January and 1 July — based on the 12-month average increase in the All-India Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (AICPIN).

Is DA the same for all central government employees?

Yes, the DA rate (as a percentage of basic pay) is uniform across central government employees on the 7th CPC structure, though the resulting amount varies with each employee's basic pay.

Is DA taxable?

Yes, DA is fully taxable as part of salary income under the Income Tax Act, unlike some allowances that have partial exemptions.

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Sources

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Further reading

Rates and rules on this page apply from 01-01-2026. Page last updated 24-09-2026.

This calculator provides an estimate only. Verify the current officially notified DA rate before relying on this figure for salary planning.

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