Central government employees are likely to take home higher salaries from next year. This is because the centre approved a 4% DA hike for its employees in March this year, but put it on hold till July 2021 in April due to the pandemic. Central government employees have been getting DA at the current rate of 17% as part of their salary or pension. However, they are likely to get 21% DA, as per the 7th Pay Commission, from July 2021. Retired individuals will also see a rise in pension.