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Kerala Raises DA and DR Rates from 35% to 37%, Payments to Start Soon
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🗓 18 Oct 2026, 10:02 AM
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The Kerala government has increased the daily allowance and daily rate percentages from 35% to 37%. The revised rates will take effect from the next payment cycle.
The state government of Kerala announced a hike in the percentages applicable to daily allowance (DA) and daily rate (DR), raising them from 35% to 37%. The decision was made to improve the financial support for employees and contractors working under state schemes.
The new rates will be reflected in the upcoming payment cycle, as stated by officials. Employees and contractors who receive DA and DR will notice the increased percentage in their next salary or stipend disbursement.
The move comes as part of the government’s broader effort to adjust compensation structures in line with inflation and cost of living changes across the state.
The new rates will be reflected in the upcoming payment cycle, as stated by officials. Employees and contractors who receive DA and DR will notice the increased percentage in their next salary or stipend disbursement.
The move comes as part of the government’s broader effort to adjust compensation structures in line with inflation and cost of living changes across the state.