Breaking News: The Finance Division of Pakistan has officially revised daily allowance rates for government employees traveling on official duty. This comprehensive guide covers all the essential details from the latest memorandum (No.F.7 (3) R-10/2023).

🔔 Effective Date: These revised rates are applicable from July 1, 2023, as per the Finance Division notification dated August 6, 2023.

Complete Breakdown of New Daily Allowance Rates

The President of Pakistan has approved significant increases in daily allowances across all pay scales. Here's the complete comparison between old and new rates:

BPS Scale Previous Ordinary Rate New Ordinary Rate Increase % Previous Special Rate New Special Rate Increase %
BPS 1-4 Rs. 496 Rs. 744 50% Rs. 800 Rs. 1200 50%
BPS 5-11 Rs. 624 Rs. 936 50% Rs. 880 Rs. 1320 50%
BPS 12-16 Rs. 1120 Rs. 1680 50% Rs. 1440 Rs. 2160 50%
BPS 17-18 Rs. 2000 Rs. 3000 50% Rs. 2560 Rs. 3840 50%
BPS 19-20 Rs. 2480 Rs. 3720 50% Rs. 3280 Rs. 4920 50%
BPS 21 Rs. 2800 Rs. 4200 50% Rs. 4000 Rs. 6000 50%
BPS 22 Rs. 2800 Rs. 4200 50% Rs. 4800 Rs. 7200 50%

Key Highlights of the New Policy

  • Uniform 50% Increase: All BPS scales received exactly 50% increase in both ordinary and special rates
  • City-Specific Rates: Special rates apply to 19 major cities/stations (see full list below)
  • Partial Day Allowance: Half DA allowed for absences exceeding 4 hours without overnight stay
  • Accommodation Rules: Different policies for BPS 1-19 and BPS 20+ employees
  • Documentation Required: Hotel receipts mandatory for room rent claims

List of Specified Stations for Special Rates

These 19 locations qualify for higher special rates of daily allowance:

  • Islamabad (Federal Capital)
  • Karachi (Sindh)
  • Lahore (Punjab)
  • Faisalabad
  • Rawalpindi
  • Peshawar (KP)
  • Quetta (Balochistan)
  • Multan
  • Hyderabad
  • Gujranwala
  • Sialkot
  • Sargodha
  • Bahawalpur
  • Sukkur
  • Dera Ghazi Khan
  • Gawadar
  • Northern Areas
  • Muzaffarabad (AJK)
  • Mirpur (AJK)

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: When do these new rates take effect?

A: The revised rates are effective from July 1, 2023, as per the official notification.

Q: Can I claim DA without staying overnight?

A: Yes, half DA is admissible if your absence from headquarters exceeds 4 hours without overnight stay.

Q: What documents are needed for hotel claims?

A: Original receipts are mandatory for room rent claims, with maximum limits of 3 DAs for specified stations.

Official Notification Details

This information is extracted from Finance Division's Office Memorandum No.F.7 (3) R-10/2023 dated August 6, 2023, signed by Dr. Tayyaba Sahar, Section Officer.

For official verification, visit: Finance Division Website