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Andhra Pradesh Government Hikes DA by 3.64% from January 2024 – G.O.Ms.No.60 Issued

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has officially announced a 3.64% enhancement in Dearness Allowance (DA) for all State Government employees and pensioners, effective from January 1, 2024.

This new order, G.O.Ms.No.60, dated 20-10-2025, was released by the Finance (HR.VI-PC&TA) Department, bringing great relief to thousands of employees across the state.

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Key Highlights of G.O.Ms.No.60 (20-10-2025)

Feature	Details
Department	Finance (HR.VI – PC & TA)
G.O. Number	60
Date of Issue	20 October 2025
Effective From	01 January 2024
Previous DA	33.67%
Revised DA	37.31%
Increase	3.64%

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Who Will Benefit from the DA Enhancement?

The enhanced DA is applicable to:

• All State Government Employees drawing pay in Revised Pay Scales 2022

• Employees of Zilla Parishads, Municipalities, Gram Panchayats, and Agricultural Market Committees

• Teaching and Non-Teaching Staff of Aided Schools, Polytechnics, and Universities (ANGRAU, JNTU, Dr. YSR Horticultural University, etc.)

• Employees under UGC Pay Scales (2006 & 2016)

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New DA Rates as per Pay Scales

Category	Pay Scale	Previous DA	Revised DA	Effective Date
Regular Employees	RPS 2022	33.67%	37.31%	01-01-2024
UGC 2006 Pay Scale	College/University Staff	230%	239%	01-01-2024
UGC 2016 Pay Scale	College/University Staff	46%	50%	01-01-2024

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DA Payment and Arrears Details

• Revised DA will be paid with October 2025 salary, payable in November 2025.

• Arrears from January 2024 to September 2025 will be paid at the time of retirement or exit from service.

• In case of an employee’s death before the order date, legal heirs will receive the arrears.

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Disclaimer

This article is for informational and educational purposes only. Official details are available in the Government Order (G.O.Ms.No.60, dated 20-10-2025) issued by the Finance Department, Government of Andhra Pradesh. Readers are advised to verify from the official portal goir.ap.gov.in before making any claims or decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on AP Government DA Hike 2025

1️⃣ What is the new DA percentage for Andhra Pradesh State Government employees?

The Government of Andhra Pradesh has increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) by 3.64%, revising it from 33.67% to 37.31%.
This enhancement will be effective from January 1, 2024, and applies to all employees drawing pay under the Revised Pay Scales 2022.
This increase aims to help employees cope with rising inflation and improve their financial comfort.

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2️⃣ When will the revised DA be paid to employees?

According to G.O.Ms.No.60, dated 20-10-2025, the revised DA will be included in the October 2025 salary, which will be paid in November 2025.
The arrears from January 2024 to September 2025 will not be released immediately — they will be credited at the time of retirement or separation from service, following the same procedure as in earlier DA revisions.

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3️⃣ Who is eligible for the 3.64% DA hike?

The DA hike is applicable to:

• All regular State Government employees under the Revised Pay Scales 2022 (RPS-2022)

• Teaching and Non-Teaching staff of aided educational institutions, Zilla Parishads, and Municipal schools

• Employees working under Agricultural Market Committees and other public sector undertakings receiving regular pay

• University and College faculty under UGC Pay Scales 2006 and 2016

This wide coverage ensures that nearly all categories of state employees and pensioners benefit from the hike.

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4️⃣ How will arrears from January 2024 to September 2025 be paid?

The arrears for the period between January 1, 2024, and September 30, 2025, will not be paid monthly.
Instead, these arrears will be recorded in employee accounts and settled upon retirement, exit, or death.
In the event of a government employee’s death before disbursement, the legal heirs will be eligible to claim the arrears as per finance rules.

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5️⃣ Does the DA hike also apply to pensioners and family pensioners?

Yes 
The DA enhancement is also extended to pensioners and family pensioners, as mentioned in G.O.Ms.No.60.
The new DA rate of 37.31% will be applicable from January 2024 and reflected in their pension payable from November 2025 onwards.

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6️⃣ What is the official source for this update?

The details are officially mentioned in G.O.Ms.No.60, Finance (HR.VI-PC&TA) Department, dated 20-10-2025, issued by the Government of Andhra Pradesh.
For full verification, employees can download the official PDF copy from
👉 https://goir.ap.gov.in or https://apfinance.gov.in.

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7️⃣ What is DA (Dearness Allowance) and why is it important?

Dearness Allowance (DA) is a cost-of-living adjustment paid to government employees and pensioners to offset inflation.
The rate of DA is revised periodically to maintain the real value of salaries against market price changes.
In simple terms, DA ensures that rising prices do not erode the purchasing power of employees.

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Summary

The 3.64% DA increase under G.O.Ms.No.60 (20-10-2025) reaffirms the state’s commitment to supporting its workforce.
It will positively impact the financial well-being of thousands of employees and pensioners across Andhra Pradesh.

FAQ – Andhra Pradesh DA Hike 2025

1️⃣ What is the new DA percentage for AP employees?

The DA has been increased from 33.67% to 37.31% with effect from 01.01.2024.

2️⃣ When will the revised DA be paid?

The enhanced DA will be paid with October 2025 salaries, payable in November 2025.

3️⃣ Is the DA hike applicable to aided and university staff?

Yes. It covers aided institutions, polytechnics, and universities under UGC 2006 & 2016 pay scales.

4️⃣ What happens to arrears between January 2024 and September 2025?

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Arrears for this period will be paid at the time of the employee’s retirement or exit from service.