✅ What’s the Update?
The Ministry of Finance has announced that the Uniform Allowance for central government employees will now be disbursed twice a year instead of once.
🔹 A pro-rata system has also been introduced — employees joining mid-year will get allowance based on their actual months of service.
📌 How Will It Be Calculated?
Old Rule: Paid once every July
New Rule: Paid twice a year + Pro-rata formula for new joiners
Formula:
Annual allowance ÷ 12 × Number of months in service (from joining to next June)
📊 Example: If someone joins in August and is eligible for ₹20,000 annually:20,000 ÷ 12 × 11 = ₹18,333 will be the uniform allowance received.
🛡️ Who Gets How Much?
| Service/Department | Annual Uniform Allowance |
|---|---|
| Army, Air Force, Navy | ₹20,000 |
| CAPFs (CRPF, BSF, ITBP) | ₹20,000 |
| Coast Guard | ₹20,000 |
| Other eligible staff | Up to ₹10,000 |
🧾 Why This Change Matters
Since 2017, uniform allowance was only paid once a year in July — which caused disparity for newly joined employees. The new pro-rata method ensures:
✅ Fair distribution
✅ Transparency
✅ Equal treatment for new recruits
💬 Expert Take
“After 7 years, this formula brings fairness and clarity to uniform allowance payouts,” says advocate Bharat Gangadharan.
🔚 Bottom Line:
📌 Employees joining after July will no longer miss out.
📌 Better planning, better fairness, and better employee morale.
