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Punjab govt hikes DA by 8 per cent; check new Dearness Allowance rates

Punjab Government will implement an 8% increase in Dearness Allowance for its employees starting September 1, 2026. The current rate will rise from 42% to 50%, benefiting all government employees. This announcement was made in a notification by the State Department of Finance. The increase will be included in the September 2026 salary. The Governor of Punjab approved this decision, thereby improving employee compensation.

23 Sep 2026 1:54 pm