DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 7th CPC pay scales
No. W-02/0038/2017-DPE (WC)/FTS-8019 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
Public Enterprises Bhawan Block 14, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003 Dated: the 22nd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: โ Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs, drawing pays in 7th CPC pay scales.
The undersigned is directed to refer to para 3 and Annexure-II(a) and II(b) to this Departmentโs O.M. No. W-02/0058/2016-DPE(WC) dated 17.08.2017 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees who are following CDA pattern pay scales have been indicated and to state that DA payable to the employees may be enhanced from the existing rate of 53% to 55% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
2.The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
3.These rates are applicable in the case of CDA employees whose pay have been revised with effect from 01.01.2016 as per DPEโs O.M. dated 17.08.2017.
4.All administrative Ministries/Departments of Government of India are requested to bring this to the notice of Central Public Sector Enterprises under their administrative control for action at their end.
2.This issues with the approval of Competent Authority.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy to:
The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises.
Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments.
Department of Expenditure, E-II Branch, North Block, New Delhi.
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upadhayay Marg, New Delhi.
NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website. yA (9 cr|
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 6th CPC pay scales
F. No. 2(54)/O8-DPE (WC)/FTS-1455 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
P.E. Bhawan, Block 14, CGO Complex, New Delhi-110003, 22nd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: โ Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 6th CPC pay scales governed by HPPC recommendations w.e.f. 01.01.2025
The undersigned is directed to refer to Para No. 2 and Annexure-III to this Departmentโs O.M. dated 14.10.2008 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees of CPSEs who are following CDA pattern pay scales were indicated and to state that the DA payable of the employees is enhanced from the existing rate of 246% to 252% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
2.The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
3.These rates are applicable in the case of CDA employees whose pay have been revised with effect from 01.01 2006 as per DPE O.M. dated 14.10.2008.
4.All administrative Ministries/Departments of Government of India are requested to bring this to the notice of Central Public Sector Enterprises Under their administrative control for necessary action at their end.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy fo: 1.The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises. 2.Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments. 3.Department of Expenditure, E-I| Branch, North Block, New Delhi. 4.The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upachayay Marg, New Delhi. 5.NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
DA from Jan 2025 to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs on 5th CPC pay scales
No. 2(42)/97-DPE (WC)/FTS-1572 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Public Enterprises
Public Enterprises Bhawan, Block 14, CGO Complex, Lodi Road, New Delhi-110003, the 23rd April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject: โ Payment of DA to the CDA pattern employees of CPSEs following 5th CPC pay scales governed by HPPC recommendations w.e.f. 01.01.2025-reg.
The undersigned is directed to refer to Para No. 2 and Annexure-III to this Departmentโs O.M. dated 24.10.1997 wherein the rates of DA payable to the employees of CPSEs following CDA pattern pay scales, governed by HPPC recommendations, were indicated.
2. In continuation of this Departmentโs OM of even number dated 14.6.2024, the rates of Dearness Allowance payable to the employees of CPSEs governed by the recommendations of HPPC, which have not revised their pay scales in terms of DPE O.M. No. 2(54)/2008-DPE(WC) dated 14.10.2008, are as follows:-
a. In case of CPSEs who have not allowed the benefit of merger of 50% of DA with basic pay as contained in DPE O.M. dated 24.05.2005 to their employees, the DA payable is enhanced from existing rate of 455% to 466% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
b. In case of CPSEs who have allowed the benefit of merger of 50% of DA with basic pay as contained in DPE O.M. dated 24.05.2005 to their employees, the DA payable is enhanced from existing rate of 405% to 416% w.e.f. 01.01.2025.
3. The payment of Dearness Allowance involving fractions of 50 paise and above may be rounded off to the next higher rupee and the fractions of less than 50 paise may be ignored.
4. All administrative Ministries/Department of Government of India are requested to bring the foregoing to the notice of the Central Public Sector Enterprises under their administrative control for action at their end.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
To All administrative Ministries/Departments of the Government of India.
Copy to:
The Chief Executives of Central Public Sector Enterprises.
Financial Advisers in the Administrative Ministries/Departments.
Department of Expenditure, E-II Branch, North Block, New Delhi.
The Comptroller & Auditor General of India, 9 Deen Dayal Upadhayay Marg, New Delhi.
NIC, DPE with the request to upload this OM on the DPE website.
(Dr. P.K. Sinha) Deputy Secretary to the Government of India
Legacy websites www.cghs.gov.in and www.cghs.nic.in to become non-functional; new portal launched at www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in
CGHS mobile applications for Android and iOS re-launched with upgraded interface and integrated digital services
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS), a flagship programme under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, is undergoing a major digital transformation with the launch of the next-generation Health Management Information System (HMIS). Developed by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), this comprehensive digital platform is scheduled to go live from 28th April 2025.
The transformation is being implemented in view of the technical obsolescence of the existing CGHS software, which has been in use since 2005 and lacks compatibility with modern IT standards, cyber security frameworks, and user expectations. The revamped HMIS will enable faster, more transparent, and user-friendly access to CGHS services, ensuring improved service delivery and administrative efficiency.
To ensure a seamless rollout, all CGHS services including those at Wellness Centres shall remain closed for one day on 26th April 2025 (Saturday). This temporary suspension is necessary to complete data migration, switch-over activities, and final validation.
Key Reforms and Technological Advancements in the New CGHS HMIS
PAN-Based Unique Identification of Beneficiaries โข Every beneficiary will now be mapped to a unique PAN-based identifier. This will eliminate duplication of records and help in streamlining the validation process for entitlements.
Integrated Digital Verification & Contribution Tracking โข Contribution payments will now be auto-verified through direct integration (Line of Business Application Integration) with Bharat Kosh. There will be no manual choosing of options, entry of details on Bharat Kosh portal which shall eliminate errors and refund issues.
Pre-payment Scrutiny of Applications โข New system enables scrutiny and approval of card applications before the payment stage. This ensures that applicants are guided regarding eligibility and contribution amount before making a payment.
Online Card Modification Services โข Services like card transfers, change in dependent status, and category change (Serving to Pensioner, etc.) can now be initiated and completed entirely online.
Real-Time Application Tracking and Alerts โข The system will generate SMS and email alerts at each stage of application processing. This increases transparency and reduces in-person follow-ups.
Mandatory Password Reset and Secure Access โข All existing users will be prompted to reset their passwords on first login. This is being enforced as a cyber hygiene measure in accordance with MeitY security advisories.
DDO/PAO-Based Department Identification โข Department identity will be verified using Pay and Accounts Office (PAO) and Drawing and Disbursing Officer (DDO) codes, as indicated in employee salary slips. This ensures backend mapping of sponsoring authorities.
Mobile Application Relaunch (Android & iOS) โข The official CGHS mobile apps have been re-developed and now offer an enhanced beneficiary experience with:
Access to Digital CGHS Card
Real-time status tracking
E-referrals and appointment scheduling (where applicable)
Integrated contact with Helpdesk and AD Offices
Legacy System Deactivation and Website Migration
From 28th April 2025, the old CGHS websites www.cghs.gov.in and www.cghs.nic.in will be deactivated. All services and information will henceforth be hosted on the new unified CGHS Digital Platform at www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in.
Beneficiaries are advised to access all online services, including registration, application, grievance redressal, and information retrieval, through this new portal only.
All legacy beneficiary data, including medical history and pharmacy transactions, are being securely migrated, ensuring no loss of records. The transition complies fully with government data privacy and protection standards.
Additionally, the department shall be onboarded on the new CGHS Platform for a paperless approval process. In the interim, departments may continue to submit applications physically at the respective CGHS Card Sections.
Advisory for Beneficiaries and Departments
28thย April onwards, CGHS Contribution shall be only through CGHS Website i.e.ย www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in. The existing manual process of payment available onย www.bharatkosh.gov.inย shall discontinue from 28thย April 2025.
Applications for CGHS services in progress but not paid for byย 27th April 2025ย will lapse. A fresh application will be required through the new portal.
All Beneficiaries aged above 18 years are advised to link their PAN Card with their CGHS Beneficiary ID and apply for corrections in case of any errors through the beneficiary login on CGHS website www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in.
Instructions shall be issued for the Departments regarding onboarding on the new platform.
The existing issued cards shall continue to function normally.
Support initiatives include:
CGHS Helpdesk and User Manuals are available on the CGHS website www.cghs.mohfw.gov.in and mobile app for use by Departments and Beneficiaries.
Continuous support through the CGHS Card Sections and respective Additional Director (AD) Offices.
8th Central Pay Commission โ Filling up of 40 posts on deputation basis – FINMIN O.M
F.No, A-11011/1/2023-Ad.1 Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Expenditure Admn. I Section
North Block, New Delhi, Dated: 17th April, 2025
VACANCY CIRCULAR
Subject:- Filling up of posts in 8th Central Pay Commission on deputation basis โ reg.
It is proposed to fill up the 35 posts in 8th Central Pay Commission on deputation basis. These posts are to be staffed for the period from the date of constitution of the 8th CPC till the closure of the Commission.
2. The appointments to the 8th CPC will be governed by the regular norms prescribed by DoPT from time to time. It is requested to circulate this requirement among the relevant officials and personnel in your organization. The post-wise eligibility criteria are enclosed.
3. Nominations/ applications, in the attached proforma along with the supporting documents i.e. APAR of five years, Vigilance Clearance etc. should be sent to this Department to the following address through proper channel:
Sh. Ranjit Kumar Jha, Under Secretary (Admn.1), Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, Room No. 225-E, North Block, New Delhi-110001 (email: ranjitk.jha[at]nic.in)
5. This is an open-ended circular, meaning that applications will be considered on a continuous basis until all vacancies are filled. Therefore, it is requested to submit the duly filled/ verified applications at the earliest.
(Avinash K. Nilankar) Director (Admin.) Tel: 23092689
Dearness Relief from Jan 2025 to Central Govt Pensioners : DOPPW Order
No. 42/02/2024-P&PW(D) Government of India Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions Department of Pension & Pensionersโ Welfare
3rd Floor, Lok Nayak Bhawan Khan Market, New Delhi-110003 Date :- 11th April, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Sub: โ Grant of additional installment of Dearness Relief (DR) to Central Govt. Pensioners/Family Pensioners- revised rate effective from 01.01.2025-reg.
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Departmentโs OM No. 42/02/2024-P&PW(D) dated 30.10.2024 on the subject mentioned above and to state that the President is pleased to decide that the Dearness Relief admissible to Central Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners shall be enhanced from the existing rate of 53% to 55% of the basic pension/family pension (including additional pension/family pension) w.e.f 01st January, 2025.
2. These rates of DR will be applicable to the following categories:-
(i) Civilian Central Government Pensioners/Family Pensioners including Central Govt. absorbee pensioners in PSU/Autonomous Bodies in respect of whom orders have been issued vide this Departmentโs OM No. 4/34/2002-P&PW(D)Vol.II dated 23.06.2017 for restoration of full pension after expiry of commutation period of 15 years.
(ii) The Armed Forces Pensioners/Family Pensioners and Civilian Pensioners/Family Pensioners paid out of the Defence Service Estimates.
(iii) All India Service Pensioners/Family Pensioners.
(iv) Railway Pensioners/Family Pensioners.
(v) Pensioners who are in receipt of provisional pension
(vi) The Burma Civilian Pensioners/Family Pensioners and Pensioners/families of displaced Government Pensioners from Burma/ Pakistan, in respect of whom orders have been issued vide this Departmentโs OM No. 23/3/2008-P&PW/(B) dated 11.09.2017.
3.The payment of Dearness Relief involving a fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the next higher rupee.
4.Other provisions governing grant of DR in respect of employed family pensioners and re-employed Central Government Pensioners will be regulated in accordance with the provisions contained in Rule 02 of CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021 and this Departmentโs OM No. 45/73/97-P&PW (G) dated 02.07.1999 as amended from time to time. The provisions relating to regulation of DR where a pensioner is in receipt of more than one pension will remain unchanged.
5.In the case of retired Judges of the Supreme Court and High Courts, necessary orders will be issued by the Department of Justice Separately.
6.It will be the responsibility of the pension disbursing authorities. including the nationalized banks, etc. to calculate the quantum of DR payable in each individual case.
7.The offices of Accountant General and authorised Pension Disbursing Banks are requested to arrange payment of Dearness Relief to Pensioners/Family Pensioners on the basis of these instructions without waiting for any further instructions from the Comptroller and Auditor General of India and the Reserve Bank of India in view of letter No. 528- TA, II/34-80-II dated 23/04/1981 of the Comptroller and Auditor General of India addressed to all Accountant Generals and Reserve Bank of India Circular No. GANB No. 2958/GA-64 (ii) (CGL)/81 dated the 21st May, 1981 addressed to State Bank of India and its subsidiaries and all Nationalised Banks.
8.In so far as the Persons serving in Indian Audit and Accounts Department are concerned, these orders are issued in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, as mandated under Article 148(5) of the Constitution of India.
9.This issues in accordance with the Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditureโs OM No. 1/1(1)/2025-E.II(B) dated 02.04.2025.
Hindi version will follow.
(Divya A.B.) Director to the Government of India
All Ministries/Departments of the Government of India
Chief Secretaries and AGs of all States/UTs.
CMDs/CPPCs of all authorised Pension Disbursing Banks
C&AG of India, UPSC, etc. as per standard endorsement list.
เคตเคฟเคทเคฏ: โ Grant of Dearness Relief in the 5th CPC series effective from 01.07.2024 to CPF beneficiaries in receipt of basic ex-gratia payment-reg
The undersigned is directed to refer to this Departmentโs OM 42/02/2024-P&PW(D) dated 09.08.2024 and to say that the President is pleased to decide that the Dearness Relief admissible to the CPF beneficiaries in receipt of basic ex-gratia payment in the 5th CPC series shall be enhanced w.e.f 01.07.2024 in the following manner:-
i. The surviving CPF beneficiaries who have retired from service between the period 18.11.1960 and 31.12.1985. and are entitled to basic ex-gratia @ Rs.3000, Rs.1000, Rs.750 & Rs.650 for Group A, B, C & D respectively w.e.f 4th June,2013 vide OM No. 1/10/2012-P&PW(E) dtd. 27th June, 2013 shall now be entitled to enhanced Dearness Relief from 443% of the basic ex-gratia to 455% of the basic ex-gratia w.e.f 01.07.2024.
ii. The following categories of CPF beneficiaries shall be entitled to enhanced Dearness Relief from 435% of the basic ex-gratia to 447% of the basic ex-gratia w.e.f 01.07.2024:-
(a) The widows and eligible dependent children of the deceased CPF beneficiary who had retired from service prior to 01.01.1986 or who had died while in service prior to 01.01.1986 and are entitled to revised ex-gratia @ Rs.645/-p.m w.e.f 04 June, 2013 vide OM No 1/10/2012-P&PW(E) dated 27th June,2013.
(b) Central Government employees who had retired on CPF benefits before 18.11.1960 and are in receipt of Ex-gratia payment of Rs. 654/-, Rs.659/-, Rs.703/- and Rs.965/-.
2. Payment of DR involving a fraction of a rupee shall be rounded off to the next higher rupee.
3. It will be the responsibility of the pension disbursing authorities, including the nationalized Danks, etc. to calculate the quantum of DR payable in each individual case.
4. In so far as the persons serving in Indian Audit and Accounts Department are concerned, these orders are issued in consultation with the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, as mandated under Article 148(5) of the Constitution of India.
5. This issues in pursuance of Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditureโs OM No. 1/6(2)/2024-E.1l(B) dated O7th November, 2024.
Dearness Allowance to Gramin Dak Sevaks from Jan 2025 : Dept of Posts O.M
F.N. PP-14/1/2021-PAP เคญเคพเคฐเคค เคธเคฐเคเคพเคฐ /Government of India เคธเคเคเคพเคฐ เคฎเคเคคเฅเคฐเคพเคฒเคฏ / Ministry of Communications เคกเคพเค เคตเคฟเคญเคพเค / Department of Posts
เคกเคพเค เคญเคตเคจ, เคธเคเคธเคฆ เคฎเคพเคฐเฅเค Dak Bhawan, Sansad Marg, เคจเค เคฆเคฟเคฒเฅโเคฒเฅ/ New Delhi -110001. Dated: 04-04-2025
To,
All Chief Postmasters General/ Postmasters General
Chief General Manager, BD Dte/Parcel Dte/ PL! Directorate
Director RAKNPA/ GM CEPT/ Directors of All PTCs, 4, Addl. Director General, Army Postal Service, R.K. Puram, New Delhi
All General Managers (Finance)/ DAP/ DDAP
Sub: Payment of Dearness Allowance to Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) effective from 01.01.2025 onwards -reg.
Consequent upon grant of another installment of Dearness Allowance with effect from 1st January, 2025 to the Central Government Employees vide Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditureโs O.M. No. 1/1(1)/2025-E.11.(B) dated 02.04.2025, duly endorsed vide this Departmentโs letters No. PP-08/2/2021-PAP dated 02.04.2025, the Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) have also become entitled to the payment of Dearness Allowances on basic TRCA at the same rates as applicable to Central Government Employees with effect from 01.01.2025. It has, therefore, been decided that the Dearness Allowance payable to the Gramin Dak Sevaks shall be at the same rates as payable to Central Government Employees i.e. @ 55% (percent) with effect from the 1st January, 2025.
2. The expenditure on this account shall be debited to the Head โSalariesโ under the relevant head of account and should be met from the sanctioned grant.
3. This sanction issues with the approval of the competent authority. The advice of Internal Finance/ Integrated Finance was conveyed vide Diary No.03/2025-26/FA-CS(P) dated 04.04.2025
Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers (2016=100) โ February, 2025
1. Labour Bureau, an attached office of the M/o Labour & Employment, has been compiling Consumer Price Index for Industrial Workers every month on the basis of retail prices collected from 317 markets spread over 88 industrially important centres in the country. The index for the month of February, 2025 is being released in this press release.
2. The All-India CPI-IW for February, 2025 decreased by 0.4 point and stood at 142.8 (one hundred forty two point eight).
Rate of Interest on House Building Advance for Central Government Employees for FY 2025-26
I-17015/2(2)/2024/H.III (e-9126778)/69 Government of India Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (Housing-III-Section)
Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi Dated: 27th March, 2025
OFFICE MEMORANDUM
Subject : โ Rate of Interest on House Building Advance (HBA) for Central Government Employees for FY 2025-26-reg.
In pursuance of Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance OM No 2(2)-B(PD)/2025 dated 24.03.2025, the interest rate applicable on House Building Advance Sanctioned to Central Government Employees for the financial] year 2025-26 (from 1st April 2025 to 31st March 2026) will remain unchanged at 7.44% until further orders.
2. This issues with the approval of Competent Authority.
(Manoj Kumar Jha) Under Secretary to the Govt. of India Tel: 23061476 Email ID: manojk.jha[at]nic.in
To All the Central Government Ministries/Departments
Copy for information to: 1.PS to Honโble Minister, Ministry of Finance, North Block, New Delhi. 2.PS to Honโble_ Minister, Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi. 3.PS to Honโble Minister of State, Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, Nirman Bhawan, New Delhi. 4.SO (IT Cell) with a request to upload it in e-office and on website of Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs.
