AP July 2024 Pensioners DR 40.04% - G.O.Ms.No.121 Released
Finance (HR.III-Pension & GPF) Department, Dated 11-09-2026
Dearness Relief enhanced by 2.73% with effect from 01-07-2024.
AP Pensioners DR GO 121/2026 - à°®ుà°–్à°¯ాంà°¶ాà°²ు
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Official Order Details
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Order | G.O.Ms.No.121 |
| Department | Finance (HR.III-Pension & GPF) Department |
| Date | 11 September 2026 |
| Existing DR | 37.31% of Basic Pension |
| Revised DR | 40.04% of Basic Pension |
| Effective from | 01 July 2024 |
| Arrears period | 01-07-2024 to 31-08-2026 (26 months) |
Revised Dearness Relief Rates
| Pension Category | Existing Rate | Revised Rate | Effective Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| RPS 2022 Pensioners/Family Pensioners | 37.31% | 40.04% | 01-07-2024 |
| UGC Pay Scales 2006 Pensioners/Family Pensioners | 239% | 246% | 01-07-2024 |
| UGC Pay Scales 2016 Pensioners/Family Pensioners | 50% | 53% | 01-07-2024 |
DR Arrears Payment Schedule
Arrears for 26 months, from 01-07-2024 to 31-08-2026, will be paid in four stages:
| Payment Month | Percentage of Total Arrears |
|---|---|
| April 2027 | 10% |
| June 2027 | 30% |
| August 2027 | 30% |
| October 2027 | 30% |
Who Is Eligible?
- Government pensioners receiving service pension or family pension under the pension rules specified in the GO.
- Persons who retired after 01-07-2018 and draw pension under Revised Pay Scales, 2022.
- Persons who retired before 01-07-2018 whose pension was consolidated under the applicable RPS 2022 orders.
- Teaching and non-teaching pensioners of Municipalities, Panchayat Raj Institutions and aided educational institutions covered by the specified pension rules.
- Eligible aided educational institution pensioners under the CPF-cum-Pension and Gratuity Rules, 1961.
- Eligible family, compassionate, wound and extraordinary pension recipients specified in the order.
- Pensioners governed by the Andhra Pradesh Revised Pension Rules, 1980.
Not applicable: Financial assistance grantees and others who are not entitled to Dearness Relief.
Implementation Instructions
- Treasury Officers and Pension Payment Officers shall calculate and pay the sanctioned DR without waiting for further authorization from the Accountant General.
- For categories not paid through Treasuries, expenditure shall be debited to the concerned Zilla Parishad or Municipal Council Pension Fund.
- University pensioners’ DR expenditure shall be met from the Block Grants allotted to the universities.
- APCFSS shall provide CFMS functionality to calculate DR arrears and generate due-drawn statements for arrears bills.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the revised DR rate for AP pensioners under RPS 2022?
Dearness Relief is revised from 37.31% to 40.04% of Basic Pension.
From which date is the 2.73% DR enhancement effective?
It is effective from 01 July 2024.
When will the revised DR be paid in cash?
It will be paid with September 2026 pension, payable in October 2026.
What is the DR arrears period?
The arrears cover 26 months from 01 July 2024 to 31 August 2026.
When will the arrears be paid?
10% will be paid in April 2027, followed by three equal 30% instalments in June, August and October 2027.
Who is excluded from these orders?
Financial assistance grantees and others who are not entitled to Dearness Relief are excluded.
Prepared for pensioner information by GSR INFO - www.gsrmaths.in
Disclaimer: This is an easy-reference summary. Please consult G.O.Ms.No.121 and official departmental instructions for implementation.
