AP DA 41.86% from January 2025 – G.O.Ms.No.120
Andhra Pradesh Government Employees and Teachers Dearness Allowance Enhancement
AP Government sanctioned 1.82% DA hike through G.O.Ms.No.120 dated:11-09-2026. Revised DA 41.86%, effective from 01-01-2025. Check arrears and payment schedule. AP DA 41.86 GO 120, AP DA Hike 2026, G.O.Ms.No.120, AP Employees DA January 2025, AP Teachers DA 2026, AP DA Arrears Schedule, 1.82 Percent DA AP, AP RPS 2022 DA
Finance (HR.VI-PC&TA) Department
Dated: 11-09-2026
40.04%
41.86%
Effective from 01-01-2025
AP DA G.O.Ms.No.120 – Overview
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has sanctioned an additional Dearness Allowance of 1.82% to eligible State Government employees drawing pay under the Revised Pay Scales, 2022.
With this revision, the applicable DA rate increases from 40.04% to 41.86% of Basic Pay, with effect from 01 January 2025.
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Government Order | G.O.Ms.No.120 |
| Department | Finance (HR.VI-PC&TA) Department |
| Order Date | 11-09-2026 |
| Applicable Pay Scales | Revised Pay Scales, 2022 |
| Existing DA | 40.04% of Basic Pay |
| Additional DA | 1.82% |
| Revised DA | 41.86% of Basic Pay |
| Effective Date | 01-01-2025 |
| Arrears Period | 01-01-2025 to 31-08-2026 |
| Regular Cash Payment | With September 2026 salary, payable in October 2026 |
Key Points of AP DA GO 120
- Additional DA sanctioned under RPS 2022 is 1.82%.
- Total DA is revised from 40.04% to 41.86%.
- The revised rate takes effect from 01 January 2025.
- Revised DA is to be paid in cash with the salary for September 2026, payable in October 2026.
- Arrears relate to the period from January 2025 to August 2026.
- The arrears are scheduled for payment in four instalments.
DA Arrears Payment Schedule
The DA difference for the period from 01-01-2025 to 31-08-2026 covers 20 months. Payment is scheduled in the following instalments:
| Instalment | Payment Month | Share of Total Arrears |
|---|---|---|
| Initial instalment | January 2028 | 10% |
| First major instalment | March 2028 | 30% |
| Second major instalment | May 2028 | 30% |
| Final instalment | July 2028 | 30% |
| Total | 100% | |
Employees and Institutions Covered
Subject to the eligibility conditions stated in the G.O., the revised DA also applies to employees drawing regular pay scales under RPS 2022 in establishments such as:
- Zilla Parishads and Mandal Parishads
- Gram Panchayats
- Municipalities and Municipal Corporations
- Agricultural Market Committees
- Zilla Grandhalaya Samsthas
- Work-charged establishments
- Teaching and non-teaching staff of aided institutions
- Aided polytechnics
- Eligible teaching and non-teaching university staff
DA Revision for UGC and AICTE Pay Scales
| Pay Scale | Existing DA | Revised DA | Effective From |
|---|---|---|---|
| UGC/AICTE Revised Pay Scales, 2006 | 246% | 252% | 01-01-2025 |
| UGC/AICTE Revised Pay Scales, 2016 | 53% | 55% | 01-01-2025 |
These rates apply to eligible employees and teaching staff covered by the respective revised UGC or AICTE pay scales, subject to the official conditions.
Special Provision for Retired Employees
Employees who retired, or are due to retire, during the period from 01-01-2025 to 31-12-2027 are covered by special arrears-payment provisions.
For eligible retiring or retired employees, the arrears may be drawn and paid in cash in accordance with the instructions contained in the Government Order.
If an eligible employee died before issuance of the order, the admissible arrears may be paid to the legal heir or heirs, subject to the prescribed procedure and applicable rules.
How to Calculate the Additional DA
For employees covered under RPS 2022, the approximate additional DA for a month can be calculated using the following formula:
Example
If the eligible Basic Pay is ₹40,000:
Payroll and DA Arrears Bills
Necessary payroll functionality is to be provided for calculation of DA arrears and generation of the Due-Drawn Statement. Drawing and Disbursing Officers should process bills according to the official financial and treasury instructions.
Download AP DA G.O.Ms.No.120 PDF
Use the following options to view or download the official Government Order.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the revised DA rate under GO 120?
The DA rate under RPS 2022 has been revised from 40.04% to 41.86% of Basic Pay.
How much additional DA was sanctioned?
An additional Dearness Allowance of 1.82% was sanctioned.
From which date is the revised DA effective?
The revised DA is effective from 01 January 2025.
When will the revised DA be paid in salary?
The revised DA is payable in cash with the September 2026 salary, which is payable in October 2026.
What is the DA arrears period?
The arrears period is from 01 January 2025 to 31 August 2026, covering 20 months.
When will the arrears be released?
The arrears are scheduled in four instalments: 10% in January 2028 and 30% each in March, May and July 2028.