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WB employees 2026 4% DA hike calculator
WB Employee & Teachers
Estimate your revised salary with expected DA hikes based on ROPA 2019.
How it works
This calculator compares your current salary (18% DA) against projected scenarios for 2026.
- Pay Matrix: Based on official WB ROPA 2019 levels.
- DA Scenario: Fixed 4% hike (22% total) from 1st April 2026.
- Accurate Deductions: Includes Professional Tax slab rates and custom GPF.
Note: This tool is for estimation only. Actual amounts may vary by department.
WB Employee 4% DA Hike 2026: New Rates & Arrears Update
Published by wbedu.in | February 5, 2026
Big news for West Bengal government employees! Finance Minister Chandrima Bhattacharya today presented the Interim Budget 2026, announcing a 4% hike in Dearness Allowance (DA). This move comes ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections and provides relief to over 12 lakh employees and pensioners.
📊 Key Highlights from Budget 2026:
- ✅ DA Hike: 4% increase on Basic Pay.
- ✅ New Total DA: 22% (up from 18%).
- ✅ Effective Date: April 1, 2026.
- ✅ Lakshmir Bhandar: Monthly grant increased by ₹500.
- ✅ ASHA & Civic Volunteers: Monthly pay hike of ₹1,000.
⚖️ Landmark Supreme Court Ruling on Arrears
In a massive double-win, the Supreme Court today directed the WB Government to pay 25% of the outstanding DA arrears (from 2008–2019) by March 6, 2026. A committee headed by retired Justice Indu Malhotra will oversee the time-bound payment process.
🧮 How to Calculate Your New Salary
Estimate your monthly increase using your Revised Basic Pay (ROPA 2019):
2. New DA (22%) = Basic Pay × 0.22
3. Monthly Gain = Basic Pay × 0.04
| Basic Pay | Old DA (18%) | New DA (22%) | Monthly Hike |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹30,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,600 | ₹1,200 |
| ₹40,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹1,600 |
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