For the reference months July 2026, August 2026, and September 2026, the CPI-IW (General) indices stood at 153.20, 154.30, and 155.50 respectively. The average index for this quarter works out to 154.36, showing an increase of 3.50 points over the previous quarter’s average of 150.86*.

Based on this rise in the CPI-IW average, the **Dearness Allowance payable to bank staff for the quarter May–July 2026 is 31.33%. This DA rate will be applicable on the eligible components of pay as per the prevailing wage settlement.

The DA chart bank officers, clerical and sub-staff are attached below

DA for Bank Officers for the quarter November 2026 to January 2027

DA for Bank Clerical Staff for the quarter November 2026 to January 2027

DA for Bank Sub-staff for the quarter November 2026 to January 2027