Diwali Gift: UP Govt Hikes Employees' DA to 63%
CM Yogi Adityanath announces a DA hike to 63% for UP state employees, effective July 1, with arrears credited to PF accounts.
In a significant move that brings cheer to lakhs of state workers just in time for the festive season, the Uttar Pradesh government, under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, has announced a substantial increase in the UP government DA hike, raising the Dearness Allowance to 63 per cent.
Financial Boost Ahead of Diwali
The revised allowance is set to provide much-needed financial relief to a vast section of the state's workforce. This decision ensures that the increased DA will be reflected in the salaries for the month of November, allowing employees to celebrate Diwali with additional financial cushioning.
Who Benefits from the Hike?
The government has clarified that this revision is not limited to a small group but extends to a wide array of public servants. The beneficiaries include:
- State government employees.
- Staff working in aided educational institutions.
- Personnel in technical educational institutions.
- Employees of urban local bodies across Uttar Pradesh.
Effective Date and Arrears Management
While the announcement comes now, the revised rates are effective retrospectively from July 1, 2026. To manage the payments for the intervening period, the state government has implemented a specific strategy for the back pay.
The arrears accumulated from July to October 2026 will not be paid as a lump sum in the salary; instead, the government has decided to credit these amounts directly into the employees' provident fund (PF) accounts. This ensures that while the monthly take-home pay increases from November, the past dues are secured as long-term savings.
Mission Rozgar: More Jobs for UP Youth
Alongside the financial boost for existing employees, Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath continues to push the state's employment agenda. In a recent event in Lucknow, the CM handed over appointment letters to 4,543 newly selected Platoon Commanders and Sub-Inspectors for the UP Police.
Highlighting the transparency of the process, the Chief Minister took to X (formerly Twitter) to emphasize the government's commitment to the youth. He stated that under 'Mission Rozgar', the recruitment process has been fair and transparent, promising that the "double-engine government" would continue to provide employment opportunities to the youth of Uttar Pradesh without interruption.