GRANT OF INCREASE IN PENSION TO CIVIL PENSIONERS OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE PUNJAB

Official 2026 notification issued by the Finance Department, Government of Punjab, sanctioning a 3.5% increase in pension for all existing civil pensioners. This provincial pension hike takes effect starting July 1, 2026. To calculate your new payout, please note the following key rules outlined in the circular: Calculation Basis: The 3.5% increase is applied strictly to your "net pension" (pension drawn minus Medical Allowance). Eligibility: It is valid for all existing civil pensioners, including family pensions and pensioners residing abroad. Exclusions: Employees retiring on or after July 1, 2026, are not eligible for this specific increase. It also does not apply to the Special Additional Pension (Orderly Allowance). View the official PDF (Notification No. FD.SR-III-4-113/2026) below for the complete Finance Department guidelines.