The DA Arrears Calculator helps you calculate the pending Dearness Allowance arrears payable after a DA rate revision. It instantly shows the monthly DA difference and total arrears amount based on your basic pay, old DA rate, new DA rate, and the number of months for which arrears are due.
DA Arrears Calculator: Dearness Allowance Arrears Calculation
| Components | Input Values |
|---|---|
Basic Pay (₹)*: |
₹
|
Old DA Rate (%)*: |
%
|
New DA Rate (%)*: |
%
|
Number of Months*: |
This calculator is especially useful for government employees, PSU staff, and payroll professionals who want a quick and accurate DA arrears calculation without manual errors.
What is DA Arrears?
DA arrears are the pending Dearness Allowance amounts payable when the DA rate is revised but payment is made later. The difference between the new DA rate and the old DA rate is paid retrospectively for the eligible months.
Example:
- Old DA: 42%
- New DA: 46%
- DA increase: 4%
- Arrears are paid for the months between the effective date and the payment date.
How to Calculate DA Arrears Using This Calculator
This calculator uses a simple and standard DA arrears formula used in payroll calculations:
DA Arrears Formula
(New DA % − Old DA %) × Basic Pay × Number of Months
Inputs required:
- Basic Pay in rupees
- Old DA Rate (%)
- New DA Rate (%)
- Number of months for which arrears are payable
Once you click Calculate, the tool shows:
- Monthly DA arrears amount
- Total DA arrears payable
- DA percentage increase
- Complete calculation breakdown
Who Should Use This DA Arrears Calculator?
This tool is useful for:
- Central Government employees
- State Government employees
- PSU employees
- Payroll and HR professionals
- Employees checking DA arrears before salary credit
- Anyone affected by DA hike revisions
It works for any DA percentage change and any arrears period.
Why Use This Online DA Arrears Calculator?
- Eliminates manual calculation mistakes
- Instant and accurate results
- Clear formula-based calculation
- Indian currency format support
- Suitable for all DA revision scenarios
Instead of calculating DA arrears manually in Excel or on paper, this calculator gives you results in seconds.
DA Arrears Calculation Example
If:
- Basic Pay = ₹40,000
- Old DA = 42%
- New DA = 46%
- Arrears period = 6 months
Then:
- DA increase = 4%
- Monthly DA arrears = ₹1,600
- Total DA arrears = ₹9,600
The calculator auto-generates this result with a full breakdown.
FAQ
How is DA arrears calculated?
DA arrears are calculated by multiplying the difference between the new DA rate and old DA rate with basic pay and the number of eligible months.
Is DA arrears calculated on basic pay or gross salary?
DA arrears are calculated only on basic pay. Other salary components like HRA or allowances are not included.
Who can use this DA arrears calculator?
This calculator can be used by Central Government employees, State Government employees, PSU staff, and HR or payroll professionals.
Can this calculator be used for any DA percentage revision?
Yes, the calculator works for any DA revision, regardless of the percentage increase or arrears period.
Does the calculator show monthly DA arrears?
Yes, it shows both the monthly DA arrears amount and the total arrears payable for the selected period.
Is this DA arrears calculation accurate for salary planning?
The calculation follows the standard DA arrears formula and is suitable for estimation and payroll planning purposes.