GPRA Licence Fee Revised from 1 July 2026: New Rates, Type-wise Fee, Hostel & Garage Charges
Complete guide to the revised General Pool Residential Accommodation licence fee notified via OM No. 18011/2/2015-Pol.III dated 17 July 2026 — effective 1 July 2026.
Key Highlights
| Particular | Details |
|---|---|
| Issuing Authority | Directorate of Estates, MoHUA |
| OM Number | 18011/2/2015-Pol.III |
| OM Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Effective Date | 1 July 2026 |
| Applicable To | GPRA & Departmental Pool accommodation |
| Legal Basis | Rule 74, CG GPRA Rules, 2017 |
| Lowest Revised Fee | ₹230/month |
| Highest Revised Fee | ₹6,070/month |
| Servant Quarter | ₹100/month |
| Garage | ₹70/month |
| Hostel Fee | ₹620 to ₹1,200/month |
What is GPRA Licence Fee?
Central Government employees allotted government residential accommodation must pay a monthly licence fee for occupying the quarter. This is different from market rent — the Government fixes a standard flat rate based on accommodation type.
The licence fee is normally recovered directly from the employee's salary. The revised 2026 rates mean employees occupying eligible government quarters will see a higher monthly deduction from July 2026 onwards.
Revised GPRA Licence Fee Rates (Effective 1 July 2026)
| Type | Living Area | Revised Fee/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Type I | Up to 30 sq.m. | ₹230 |
| Type II | 26.5–50 sq.m. | ₹490 |
| Type III | 44–65 sq.m. | ₹740 |
| Type IV | 59–91.5 sq.m. | ₹980 |
| Type IV (Special) | 59–91.5 sq.m. | ₹1,040 |
| Type VA | Up to 106 sq.m. | ₹1,850 |
| Type VB | Beyond 106 sq.m. | ₹1,960 |
| Type VIA | Up to 159.5 sq.m. | ₹2,430 |
| Type VIB | Beyond 159.5 sq.m. | ₹2,900 |
| Type VII | 189.5–224.5 sq.m. | ₹3,400 |
| Type VIII | 243–522 sq.m. | ₹6,070 |
Rates are rounded to the nearest ₹10 as per the annexure to the Office Memorandum.
How Much Has the Licence Fee Increased?
| Type | Earlier Rate | 2026 Rate | Increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type I | ₹210 | ₹230 | +₹20 |
| Type II | ₹440 | ₹490 | +₹50 |
| Type III | ₹660 | ₹740 | +₹80 |
| Type IV | ₹880 | ₹980 | +₹100 |
| Type IV Special | ₹930 | ₹1,040 | +₹110 |
| Type VA | ₹1,650 | ₹1,850 | +₹200 |
| Type VB | ₹1,750 | ₹1,960 | +₹210 |
| Type VIA | ₹2,170 | ₹2,430 | +₹260 |
| Type VIB | ₹2,590 | ₹2,900 | +₹310 |
| Type VII | ₹3,040 | ₹3,400 | +₹360 |
| Type VIII | ₹5,430 | ₹6,070 | +₹640 |
Type-wise Annual Impact
Servant Quarter, Garage & Hostel Fee
Servant Quarter & Garage
| Facility | Earlier Rate | Revised Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Servant Quarter | ₹90/month | ₹100/month |
| Garage | ₹60/month | ₹70/month |
Both categories have increased by ₹10 per month, adding up to ₹120 extra per year for a garage.
Hostel Accommodation
| Hostel Category | Living Area | Revised Fee/Month |
|---|---|---|
| Single Room, No Kitchen | 21.5–30 sq.m. | ₹620 |
| Single Room with Kitchen | 30.5–39.5 sq.m. | ₹870 |
| Double Room | 47.5–60 sq.m. | ₹1,200 |
Who is Covered — and Who is Not?
Covered
- General Pool Residential Accommodation (GPRA)
- Departmental Pool accommodation of Central Government Ministries and Departments
Not Covered
- Substandard/unclassified accommodation under Ministry of Defence
- Accommodation for Defence service personnel
- Accommodation under the control of Ministry of Railways
Why Was the Licence Fee Revised?
The revision has been made under Rule 74 of the Central Government General Pool Residential Accommodation Rules, 2017. The Government periodically revises GPRA flat rates — the previous revision was effective from July 2023, while the current one takes effect from July 2026. The Integrated Finance Wing of MoHUA concurred with the revision on 7 July 2026.
Impact on Salary — Examples
| Type | Earlier Fee | New Fee | Extra Deduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type II | ₹440 | ₹490 | ₹50/month |
| Type IV | ₹880 | ₹980 | ₹100/month |
| Type VII | ₹3,040 | ₹3,400 | ₹360/month |
| Type VIII | ₹5,430 | ₹6,070 | ₹640/month |
Actual salary-slip impact depends on how the concerned department implements recovery and any other accommodation-related deductions.
How to Check Your Correct Licence Fee
- Check your allotment letter for accommodation type (I to VIII).
- Identify the applicable living-area category.
- Match your type with the revised July 2026 table above.
- Verify the licence-fee deduction in your salary slip.
- If you have an independently allotted garage or servant quarter, check those charges separately.
- Contact your Administration/Accounts/Estate section if the deduction doesn't match.
Licence Fee vs HRA — Important Difference
Employees occupying government accommodation generally do not receive HRA for the period governed by applicable accommodation/HRA rules. The licence fee is simply the amount payable for occupying government accommodation — it is not an increase in HRA, but a revision of the amount recovered for government residential accommodation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the new GPRA licence fee from July 2026?
It ranges from ₹230/month for Type I to ₹6,070/month for Type VIII accommodation.
When is the new GPRA licence fee effective?
The revised rates are effective from 1 July 2026.
Which employees are affected?
Employees occupying eligible GPRA or Departmental Pool accommodation under Central Government Ministries and Departments, subject to specified exclusions.
Is Defence accommodation covered?
Not fully — substandard/unclassified Ministry of Defence accommodation and accommodation for Defence service personnel are excluded.
Is Railway accommodation covered?
No. Accommodation under the Ministry of Railways is excluded from this revision.
What is the Type VIII licence fee?
The revised Type VIII licence fee is ₹6,070 per month.
What is the Type I licence fee?
The revised Type I licence fee is ₹230 per month.
Has the garage fee increased?
Yes, from ₹60 to ₹70 per month.
What is the new servant quarter fee?
The revised fee is ₹100 per month.
What is the new hostel licence fee?
Depending on category, it is ₹620, ₹870 or ₹1,200 per month.
Under which rule was the fee revised?
Under Rule 74 of the Central Government General Pool Residential Accommodation Rules, 2017.
What is the OM number and date?
OM No. 18011/2/2015-Pol.III, dated 17 July 2026.
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