AP Armed Forces Flag Day Fund Contribution GO 189: Revised Salary Deduction
G.O.Ms.No.189, Home (Services.IV) Department | Effective from December 2026 salary
The Government of Andhra Pradesh has issued G.O.Ms.No.189 dated 25-09-2026 revising the annual contribution to the Armed Forces Flag Day Fund. The revised amounts are to be deducted from December 2026 salary, payable on 1 January 2027, and from December salary every year thereafter, as directed in the order.
Flag Day Fund Contribution: Key Details
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Government order | G.O.Ms.No.189 |
| Department and date | Home (Services.IV) Department; 25 September 2026 |
| Purpose | Contribution towards Armed Forces Flag Day Fund for welfare schemes of ex-servicemen |
| Salary from which revised amount applies | December 2026 salary, payable on 1 January 2027 |
| Recovery and remittance | Heads of Departments, Heads of Offices and Drawing & Disbursement Officers to recover and remit online to the account of the Office of Director, Sainik Welfare, A.P., Vijayawada |
Old and Revised Contribution Amounts
| Employee category | Earlier amount | Revised amount | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Non-gazetted officers | ₹50 | ₹100 | ₹50 |
| Gazetted officers | ₹100 | ₹200 | ₹100 |
When Does the New Deduction Start?
The first deduction at the revised rate applies to the salary for December 2026, which is payable on 1 January 2027. The order provides for recovery from December month salary every year.
Download AP G.O.Ms.No.189 PDF
Read the original order for the exact wording and official instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the contribution for non-gazetted officers?
G.O.Ms.No.189 fixes the contribution at ₹100 from December month salary.
What is the contribution for gazetted officers?
The revised contribution is ₹200 from December month salary.
When does the revised deduction begin?
It begins with December 2026 salary payable on 1 January 2027.
Who must arrange recovery and remittance?
Heads of Departments, Heads of Offices and Drawing & Disbursement Officers are directed to recover and remit the amount through online payment only.
Source: Government of Andhra Pradesh, Home (Services.IV) Department, G.O.Ms.No.189, dated 25-09-2026.