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Odisha Government House Rent Allowance (HRA) - Latest Rates 2025-2026
Updated: March 2026 | Based on Finance Department OM No. 6747/F dt. 14.03.2024 & Addendum 7057/F dt. 16.03.2024 (No changes since)
Odisha state government employees (under Odisha Revised Scales of Pay Rules, 2017 - ORSP 2017) get HRA as % of Basic Pay (pay matrix level, no grade pay). Rates revised in March 2024 and remain unchanged in 2025-2026. Bhubaneswar (including Cuttack Municipal Corp areas) qualifies for 16%.
Download Official HRA Circular (6747/F - Main) Download Addendum (7057/F)
Current HRA Rates in Odisha (2025-2026)
| Category | Locations (Examples) | HRA Rate (% of Basic Pay) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest (Municipal Corporations) | Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Cuttack, Rourkela, Sambalpur | 16% |
| Mid-level (District HQs/Municipalities) | Balangir, Balasore, Baragarh, Bhadrak, Bhawanipatna, Barbil, Dhenkanal, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Baripada, Puri, Rayagada, Rajgangpur, Brajarajnagar, Paradeep, Jeypore, Jatni, Sunabeda, etc. | 12% |
| Lower (Other District HQs/Municipalities) | Angul, Talcher, Titilagarh, Jaleswar, Soro, Basudevpur, Choudwar, Deogarh, Paralakhemundi, Hinjilicut, Jagatsinghpur, Jajpur, Vyasanagar, Belpahar, Kendrapara, Pattamundai, Anandapur, Joda, Khordha, Koraput, Malkangiri, Rairangpur, Nayagarh, Nabarangpur, Umerkote, Phulbani, Gunupur, Sonepur, Birmitrapur, Sundargarh, Nuapada, Boudh, etc. | 8% |
| Rest (Other areas) | All remaining places | 4% |
HRA Calculation Examples
- Bhubaneswar (16%): Basic Pay ₹50,000 → HRA = ₹8,000/month.
- Puri (12%): Basic Pay ₹40,000 → HRA = ₹4,800/month.
- Other area (4%): Basic Pay ₹30,000 → HRA = ₹1,200/month.
Download HRA Application Form & Claim Form
Download Official HRA Application Form: Click Here
To edit HRA form online: CLICK HERE
For old 6th pay claim form (reference only): Click Here
Key Eligibility & Rules for HRA (Updated)
- Eligible if no govt accommodation, living in own/hired house within 8 km of HQ or urban body limits (declaration required).
- Own house, parents'/spouse's house, or hired: Eligible if paying rent/tax.
- Not eligible if sharing another's govt quarters.
- If both husband/wife govt employees same station: Only one claims HRA.
- Different stations: Both can claim.
- If spouse in PSU/Corp (govt-aided): Often not eligible same station—check certificate.
- During leave/transfer/suspension/training: As per Rule 101 Odisha Service Code (up to 4 months possible with certification).
- Submit certificate with first claim & every July—non-submission stops HRA.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) - Odisha HRA
1. What is the latest HRA rate for Bhubaneswar in 2026?
16% of Basic Pay (Municipal Corporation category) as per 2024 revision—no change in 2025-2026.
2. Is HRA revised automatically with DA in Odisha?
No, unlike central govt. Odisha state HRA not tied to DA thresholds yet.
3. Do I need to apply for HRA every year?
Yes, submit application/certification every July. Non-submission stops payment.
4. Can both husband and wife claim HRA if in same station?
No, only one. If different stations, both can.
5. Where to download latest circular and form?
From this page or official Finance Dept. site: finance.odisha.gov.in (search House Rent Allowance notifications).
For official confirmation, refer Finance Department Odisha website. This page for informational purpose only.