I&PR Dept Odisha Confirms 2% DA Hike from January 2026 via Twitter Update
Official I&PR Declaration
View the announcement made by the Official Handle of Information & Public Relations Dept, Odisha
In a major relief to State Government employees, the Odisha Govt sanctions an additional 2% Dearness Allowance (DA).
The new rate stands at 60% of Basic Pay, effective from 01 January 2026.
This is applicable to all employees under the Revised Pay Scale, 2017.
Important Notice
The above post is a social media declaration. Please check our Circular Section for the exact Finance Department notification copy. We will update it as soon as the notification is officially published.
About this Announcement
The Information & Public Relations Department, Odisha, acts as the official bridge between the government and the public. This tweet confirms the government's decision to revise the Dearness Allowance.
Important: While the social media post confirms the policy, the detailed implementation rules and arrear calculations will be found in the official Finance Department Office Memorandum (OM).