Odisha Govt Hikes Re‑engagement Pay for Retired Staff
The Odisha government has announced a significant revision in the consolidated monthly pay for retired employees re‑engaged on contract, effective October 1, 2026.
The new pay structure ranges from ₹15,000 to ₹55,000, marking the first revision in four years.
Under the revised order:
- Level 17 retirees will now receive ₹55,000 (up from ₹50,000).
- Levels 15–16: ₹50,000 (up from ₹46,000).
- Levels 11–14: ₹40,000 (up from ₹35,000).
- Levels 5–10: ₹25,000 (up from ₹20,000).
- Levels 1–4: ₹15,000 (up from ₹10,000).
The steepest hike is at the lowest levels, where pay has increased by 50%.
The consolidated pay excludes allowances such as DA and HRA, while pension and temporary increases remain separate.
Certain categories—including constitutional and statutory posts, commissions, boards, allopathic doctors, and medical college teachers—are excluded.
In special cases, the government may fix pay on a “pay minus pension” basis or set different rates for specialist work, subject to Finance Department concurrence and Chief Minister approval.
This move comes amid political debate over the practice of re‑engaging retired staff.
In 2024, the Majhi government tightened rules, limiting such contracts to 1% of sanctioned strength and requiring open selection with CM approval.
The latest order does not repeal those restrictions but makes existing contracts more financially attractive.
The notification has been circulated to all departments and will be published in the Odisha Gazette.
