Festive cheer for central employees! The Central Government has officially declared a productivity-linked bonus: all Group ‘C’ and non-gazetted Group ‘B’ central government employees will receive a special “Ad-hoc Bonus” equivalent to 30 days’ salary for the financial year 2024-25.
Vide order no: F. No. 7/24/2007/E III (A)
Government of India, Ministry of Finance, Department of Expenditure
North Block, New Delhi, Dated 29.09.2025
Download the original Document from ministry of Finance
Key Highlights of festive bonus for central govt employees(2025):
- ₹6,908 fixed as the maximum bonus amount for eligible employees.
- Covers all central government Group C and non-gazetted Group B employees not getting productivity-linked bonus.
- Applies to paramilitary forces, armed forces, and UT staff on central pay who do not receive any other bonus.
- Applies to paramilitary forces, armed forces, and UT staff on central pay who do not receive any other bonus.
- Ad-hoc and casual staff (with required experience) are also eligible (casual labourers to get ₹1,184)
- Only those in service as of March 31, 2025 are eligible; those with at least 6 months’ service within the year will get proportionate bonus.
Eligibility Criteria for ad hoc bonus
- Regular Group C and non-gazetted Group B central employees not under PLB schemes.
- Employees of central paramilitary forces and armed forces.
- Union Territory (UT) staff on central government pay, not receiving other bonus/ex-gratia.
- Ad-hoc employees with no break in service.
- Casual labourers meeting the minimum working days requirement in the last 3 years.
Bonus Calculation Method
- Maximum salary for bonus: ₹7,000/month
- Bonus for 30 days:
7,000 \times 30 \div 30.4 = 6,907.89
(Rounded up to ₹6,908) - Employees with less than a year but at least 6 months’ service get bonus on a pro-rata basis.
- For casual/contract labourers, the set amount is ₹1,184 for those satisfying the experience clause.
Additional Points related to Ad hoc bonus
- Retired/resigned/passed away before March 31, 2025: Only those with 6+ months of regular service eligible.
- Deputation cases: Paid by the employer where the employee is posted.
- Bonus amount rounded to the nearest rupee.
- Direct benefit to millions of employees and security personnel; a welcome financial relief ahead of the festival season.
FAQs of ad hoc bonus (2025)
Q1: Who is eligible for this ad-hoc bonus?
Employees in Group ‘C’, non-gazetted Group ‘B’, paramilitary, armed forces, UTs (central pay), ad-hoc, and qualifying casual
.
Q2: What is the maximum bonus and how is it calculated?
₹6,908 — calculated using a max salary of ₹7,000, formula: 7,000 \times 30 / 30.4.
Q3: What about partly worked years?
Those with at least 6 months in 2024-25 get proportionate bonus.
Q4: Are ad-hoc and casual workers covered?
Yes; ad-hoc (with no break in service) and eligible casual labourers (₹1,184) are included.
Q5: Who pays if on deputation?
The organization where the employee is currently posted pays the bonus.
Conclusion
This 30-day festival bonus is a timely gift and major support for central government employees. Check eligibility, calculate your amount, and make sure to confirm with your HR or department for payment timeline.
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