There is good news for lakhs of bank employees across India. The Dearness Allowance (DA) has been increased by 2.13%, taking the DA rate from 25.70% to 27.83% for the quarter August 2026 to October 2026.
The revised DA will be effective from 1 August 2026 and will be payable to employees covered under the 12th Bipartite Settlement.
New DA Rate Effective from 1 August 2026
The latest Dearness Allowance has been calculated based on the average Consumer Price Index (CPI-IW) for the three-month period of April, May, and June 2026.
CPI-IW Data Used for DA Calculation
| Month | CPI-IW |
|---|---|
| April 2026 | 149.9 |
| May 2026 | 150.8 |
| June 2026 | 151.9 |
| Average CPI-IW | 150.86 |
Based on this average CPI of 150.86, the Dearness Allowance has been revised to 27.83%.
DA Increased by 2.13%
The latest revision results in an increase of 2.13 percentage points over the existing DA.
| Particulars | DA Rate |
|---|---|
| Existing DA (May–July 2026) | 25.70% |
| Revised DA (August–October 2026) | 27.83% |
| Increase | 2.13% |
This increase will enhance the monthly salary of bank employees by increasing the DA component of their pay.
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