DA Hike: Maharashtra Government Raises Dearness Allowance by 2% for State Employees

The Maharashtra government has announced a 2% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state employees, effective under the 5th, 6th, and 7th Pay Commissions.  

This adjustment raises the DA from 58% to 60%, benefiting both current employees and pensioners. 

Details of the DA Hike 

The recent decision by the Maharashtra government will see the DA for state employees increase from 58% to 60%.  

This change affects approximately 5.16 lakh state government employees and 8.72 lakh pensioners. The financial implication of this adjustment is estimated to be around ₹800 crore. 

In addition to the DA hike, the government has also cleared pending DA arrears for November and December 2025 and January 2026. These arrears will be disbursed along with the May salary. 

Impact on Pensioners and Family Pension Holders 

Pensioners and family pension beneficiaries will receive revised Dearness Relief at 60%, with retrospective effect from January 2026.  

This means they will receive increased payments starting from the beginning of the year, along with applicable arrears. 

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Additional Benefits for Retired Officers 

The decision also includes a 2% increase in dearness relief for retired All India Services officers. This move is part of a broader effort to adjust salaries and pensions in line with inflation and rising living costs. 

Previous DA Adjustments 

In February, the Maharashtra government announced a 3% DA hike for state employees, raising it to 58%, effective from July 2025.  

At that time, it was stated that arrears for July-October 2025 would be provided in March 2026 during the Gudhi Padwa festival. 

Conclusion 

The Maharashtra government's decision to increase the Dearness Allowance by 2% reflects its commitment to adjusting employee and pensioner compensation in response to inflation. This adjustment will benefit a significant number of state employees and pensioners, with the financial outlay estimated at ₹800 crore. 

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