Expected DA from January 2026 — Central Government Employees

Use this tool to predict Dearness Allowance (DA) percentage for the upcoming revision. Enter projected 12‑month average CPI (2016=100) to see your expected DA and change from current levels.

📊 DA Calculator Input

Enter expected 12-month average CPI (2016=100) to calculate projected DA%

Current DA (Aug 2025)

Expected CPI (AICPIN 2016=100)

💡 Tip: Enter projected 12‑month average CPI (2016=100). Formula uses 2.88 conversion and 261.4 constant.

✅ Predicted DA Result

Formula: DA% = ((CPI × 2.88) − 261.4) / 261.4 × 100

Predicted DA%57.26%

Increase from current+-1.68%

Current DA: 58.94% (Aug 2025)
Based on CPI: 145