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Enhancement of Dearness Relief for Central Government Pensioners to 60% effective January 2026

By TEAM CIRCULAR EXPRESS • 24 Apr 2026
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The Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare has announced an increase in the Dearness Relief (DR) rate for Central Government pensioners and family pensioners. The rate is enhanced from the existing 58% to 60% of the basic pension or family pension. This revision is effective from January 1, 2026. The order applies to various categories, including Armed Forces, Railway, and All India Service pensioners. Pension disbursing banks and the Accountant General are instructed to process payments accordingly.
New DR Rate
60%
Previous DR Rate
58%
Effective Date
2026-01-01
Applicability
Central Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners, Armed Forces, Railway, and All India Service Pensioners
Rounding Rule
Fractions of a rupee to be rounded off to the next higher rupee

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