Diwali Gift for Central Employees! 30-Day Ad-hoc Bonus, Maximum Rs 6,908, Order Issued on 15 October
The Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, has sanctioned the non-productivity linked (ad-hoc) bonus for FY 2025-26 through an office memorandum dated 15 October 2026. Eligible Group C and non-gazetted Group B employees will get a bonus equal to 30 days' emoluments, but because it is calculated on a monthly ceiling of Rs 7,000, the maximum comes to Rs 6,908.
How Much Bonus You Will Get
| Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Bonus name | Non-Productivity Linked (ad-hoc) bonus |
| Period | 30 days' emoluments |
| Monthly calculation ceiling | Rs 7,000 |
| Formula | Rs 7,000 × 30 ÷ 30.4 |
| Result | Rs 6,907.89, about Rs 6,908 |
The bonus is based on the lower of average emoluments and Rs 7,000. Example: if average monthly pay is Rs 5,000, the bonus is about Rs 4,934 (5,000 × 30 ÷ 30.4).
Who Gets It
- Central Government Group C employees.
- Non-gazetted Group B employees not covered by a Productivity Linked Bonus (PLB) scheme.
- Eligible personnel of Central Armed Police Forces and the Armed Forces.
- Employees of Union Territory administrations following the central pay pattern and not covered by any other bonus scheme.
Eligibility Conditions
- You must have been in service on 31 March 2026.
- At least 6 months of continuous service in FY 2025-26.
- With more than 6 months but less than a full year, the bonus is worked out proportionately.
- Employees who retired, retired on medical grounds or died during the year may also get a proportionate bonus if the minimum service is complete.
- For an employee on deputation, the bonus is paid by the organisation where they were working on 31 March 2026.
How Much for Casual Workers
| Work pattern | Days required |
|---|---|
| 6-day week | At least 240 days every year |
| 5-day week | At least 206 days every year |
| Duration | 3 or more years continuously |
For casual workers the calculation ceiling is Rs 1,200 a month, which gives about Rs 1,184 for 30 days.
When Will the Bonus Be Paid
The order does not give one fixed payment date. The expenditure is to be met from the sanctioned budget of the respective ministry/department, so wait for instructions from your department or pay and accounts office.
What Happened to the Rs 21,000 Demand
Employee bodies (NC-JCM Staff Side) wrote to the Cabinet Secretary on 27 August 2026 asking that the bonus be calculated on a Rs 21,000 ceiling. According to reports the government has not accepted this demand, and the ceiling in the order remains Rs 7,000.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the maximum bonus for central employees?
The maximum for the 30-day ad-hoc bonus is Rs 6,908.
Who will not get it?
Those not in service on 31 March 2026 or without 6 months of continuous service in 2025-26.
Will state employees get the same?
No, this order is for central government employees. States decide on their own.
What is the payment date?
The order gives no fixed date. Check your department's instructions.
Note: This is based on news reports and public government information. Dates, amounts and rules can change, so please confirm with the official website or the concerned office before applying or paying. Emitrawala.com is not a government website.
