Karnataka raises DA for State government staff by from 15.75% to 18%
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The increase in DA will also apply to the pensioners and family pensioners, according to the notification. | Photo Credit: Getty Images
Karnataka has announced a Deepavali bonanza for State government employees by increasing the Dearness Allowance by 2.25 percentage points with retrospective effect from July 2026.
According to a notification issued on Thursday (November 5, 2026), the Dearness Allowance (DA) for the State government employees would now be increased from the present 15.75% to 18% of their basic pay. The increase will come into effect from July 1, 2026.
The increase in DA will also apply to the pensioners and family pensioners, according to the notification.
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