Government Employees

Assam Cabinet Hikes DA to 60% for Employees, Pensioners

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The Assam Cabinet approved a two-percentage-point increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for state government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, raising it from 58% to 60% of basic pay, effective with June 2026 salaries.

Assam Establishes 8th Pay Commission for 7 Lakh Employees

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Assam has become the first Indian state to form the 8th Pay Commission on January 1, 2026, aimed at revising salaries and pensions for approximately seven lakh government employees and pensioners. The commission, chaired by Subhas Das, has an 18-month deadline to submit its recommendations.