Govt Employees Salary & Pension Increase Chart 2026 – Online Check for BPS-01 to BPS-22 After Budget
Pakistan Budget 2026 Complete details English/Urdu
The Federal Budget 2026–26 brought significant relief for government employees and pensioners in Pakistan. As announced by the Finance Minister on 10th June 2026, all federal government employees from BPS-01 to BPS-22 will receive a 10% Adhoc Relief Allowance (ARA-2025). In addition, eligible employees will also get a 30% Disparity Reduction Allowance (DRA-2025). Pensioners haven’t been left out either they will benefit from a 7% increase in net pensions, effective from 1st July 2026. This article provides a detailed overview of the Salary Increase Chart 2026, category-wise breakdown of allowances, and the impact of tax reforms introduced in the new budget. Whether you’re a clerk in BPS-05 or a Grade-22 officer, you can check the expected salary increase after budget implementation and how it applies to your pay scale.
Overview of Salary & Pension Increase 2026
- 10% Adhoc Relief Allowance on basic pay for BPS-01 to BPS-22
- 30% DRA-2026for eligible government employees not receiving special allowances
- 7% Pension Increase for federal government pensioners
- Special Conveyance Allowance raised from Rs. 4,000 to Rs. 6,000 per month for disabled employees
- All increases are applicable from 1st July 2026
Budget Announcement Highlights – 2026–26
- Budget Presented On: 10 June 2026
- Effective Date for Increases: 1 July 2026
- Presented By: Finance Minister
- Approved By: Federal Cabinet chaired by PM Shehbaz Sharif
- Key Goal: Provide relief amid rising inflation and economic challenges
Govt Employees Salary Increase Chart 2026 (BPS-Wise)
| BPS Grade | 10% ARA-2025 | 30% DRA-2026(If Eligible) | Total Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPS-01 | Yes | Yes | Up to 40% |
| BPS-05 | Yes | Yes | Up to 40% |
| BPS-09 | Yes | Yes | Up to 40% |
| BPS-14 | Yes | Yes | Up to 40% |
| BPS-16 | Yes | Yes | Up to 40% |
| BPS-17 to 22 | Yes | Yes (if not receiving 100%+ allowance) | Up to 40% |
Pension Increase 2026 – Federal Pensioners
- 7% Increase in Net Pension
- Applicable to retired government employees
- Effective from 1st July 2026
- Initially proposed at 6%, later enhanced by the Prime Minister to 7%
Special Allowances Updates
- Special Conveyance Allowance for disabled employees increased to Rs. 6,000/month
- No change in General Conveyance Allowance or House Rent Allowance (HRA)
- No mention of Revised Pay Scales 2026 or merging of ARA into basic pay
Tax Relief for Salaried Class
- Income up to Rs. 1.2 million annually will now pay 2.5% tax (previously 5%)
- Tax relief for those earning up to Rs. 2.2 million/year – down to 11% (from 15%)
- Employees earning up to Rs. 12 lac annually will pay only Rs. 6,000 tax/year
How to Check Salary/Pension Increase Online
- Visit the official Finance Division or AGPR websites
- Use BPS & basic pay info to check the updated salary structure
- Check your Payslip Portal (if provided by your department)
- View the official PDF chart uploaded after salary notification in 2026
- Follow updates from Government Notification Services or budget summaries
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What About Revised Pay Scales 2026?
As of now, no official notification has been issued regarding Revised Pay Scales 2026. The budget speech didn’t mention merging previous ARA into basic pay, which is typically required before a new pay scale revision. Further clarification may be released through SROs or Finance Division notifications post-budget.
FAQS
Who is eligible for the 30% DRA 2026?
Only those government employees who are not receiving any special allowance equal to or more than 100% of basic pay are eligible for the 30% Disparity Reduction Allowance (DRA-2025).
Is the 10% salary increase for all government employees?
Yes, the 10% Adhoc Relief Allowance (ARA-2025) applies to all federal government employees from BPS-01 to BPS-22, regardless of department or cadre.
Are provincial employees included in this budget?
No, this increase applies to federal employees only. Provinces may announce similar salary and pension adjustments through their budgets.
Will revised pay scales 2026 be introduced?
As of now, the Budget 2026-26 includes no mention of Revised Pay Scales. ARA-2026and DRA-2026are based on existing basic pay scales.
When will employees start receiving the new salaries?
Government employees and pensioners will start receiving the increased salary and pension from July 2026 as per the budget implementation timeline.
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Request of Govt. Employees in Budget 2026: “Upgrade or Promotion in Scale of all low paid (BPS-01 to 14) Govt. Employees who served more than 10 years in same Scale or Grade”.
Request of Govt. Employees in Budget 2026: “Upgrade or Promotion in Scale of all low paid (BPS-01 to 14) Govt. Employees who served more than 10 years in same Scale or Grade”.
Request of Govt. Employees in Budget 2026: “Upgrade in Scale of all low paid (BPS-01 to 14) Govt. Employees who served more than 10 years in same Scale or Grade”.
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