West Bengal Government Approves DA Increase for Educational Employees
The West Bengal government has approved an increase in the Dearness Allowance (DA) for both teaching and non-teaching employees of specified educational institutions. Effective from January 1, 2024, the DA will increase from 141% to 151%.
Key Details:
- State: West Bengal
- Order: DA Increase
- Date of Effect: January 1, 2024
Applicable Employees:
Teaching and Non-Teaching Employees of:
- Anglo Indian Schools
- DA Getting Schools (Primary & Secondary)
- Non-Govt. Sanskrit Tols
Pay Structure:
- Pre-Revised Pay Structure as per the 5th Pay Commission recommendations
Dearness Allowance (DA) Increase:
- From 141% to 151%
Additional Information
- Approval: Finance Department, Group P2, Govt. of West Bengal
- U.O. No.: Group P2/2024-2025/0196
- UO Date: June 10, 2024
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Frequently Asked Questions
When will the new Dearness Allowance (D.A) rate take effect?
Ans: The DA rate for teaching and non-teaching employees of: Anglo Indian Schools, DA Getting Schools (Primary & Secondary), Non-Govt. Sanskrit Tols will be effective on 1st January. 2024.
Which employees will be benefitted from this DA increase?
- Ans: Teaching and Non-Teaching employees of Anglo Indian Schools, DA Getting Schools (Primary & Secondary), and Non-Govt. Sanskrit Tols will be benefitted.
What was the previous and new Dearness Allowance percentage?
- Answer: The previous DA was 141% and after increase it is currently at 151%.
Which pay structure is applicable for this DA increase?
- Ans: The pre-revised pay structure as per the 5th Pay Commission recommendations.
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