The undersigned is directed to refer to this Ministry's Office Memorandum No. 1 / 4 / 2021 - E - II ( B ) dated 25th October , 2021 on the subject mentioned above and to say that the President is pleased to decide that the Dearness Allowance payable to Central Government employees shall be enhanced from the existing rate of 34 % to 38 % of the Basic Pay with effect from 1st July , 2022