Kerala raised state employee and pensioner DA from 35% to 37% of basic pay, effective 1 January 2026

Kerala raised state employee and pensioner DA from 35% to 37% of basic pay, effective 1 January 2026.

For finance professionals handling state PSUs, this payout must be met from internal funds or requires government approval.

How do state-level DA revisions affect your payroll planning this quarter?

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