WB Govt Employees: Worried About DA? Secure Your HRA First! You Won’t Get HRA Without This Task This Month
WB Govt Employees: This is an extremely important announcement for West Bengal state government employees. While speculation about dearness allowance (DA) arrears may continue, there can be no compromise on your rightful House Rent Allowance (HRA). If you do not submit the HRA Declaration in time, you could be deprived of this allowance. In this report, we will discuss in detail the rules for HRA declaration, the form download link, and the online submission process.
Why is the HRA Declaration So Important?
According to the West Bengal Service Rules, every government employee must inform their departmental authority about their house rent situation every year. Based on this information, they qualify for the House Rent Allowance. If an employee fails to submit this declaration, it is assumed that they are not eligible for HRA, and this allowance may be deducted from their salary.
HRA Declaration Rules and Essential Information
- Mandatory Submission: It is mandatory for every employee to submit the HRA Declaration twice a year, even if they live in their own house.
- Submission in January & July: This declaration must be submitted at the beginning of January and July each year (try to submit it within the first week).
- Consequences of Non-Submission: If you do not submit the declaration within the specified time, your HRA may be stopped. Not only that, but recovering the HRA arrears can also be difficult. Therefore, avoid any risks and submit the form on time.
Official HRA Declaration Form Download Link
The declaration must be submitted in the format prescribed by the Finance Department, Government of West Bengal. You can easily download the form from the link below:
HRA Declaration Form West Bengal Government PDF 2024
Online HRA Declaration Process
Many departments now offer the facility to submit the HRA declaration online. Employees can easily complete this task through the WBIFMS (West Bengal Integrated Financial Management System) portal. The process generally follows these steps:
- Login to WBIFMS Portal: Log in with your user ID and password.
- “Employee HRA Declaration” Option: From the left-side menu, choose the “Employee HRA Declaration” option under “My Application”.
- Fill in the Information: If you are unmarried, you can directly click the “Save and Forward to Approver” button. If you are married, you must fill in the details of your spouse’s employment. In this case, if the website shows you as unmarried but you are married, contact your office immediately to get it corrected.
- Submit: After carefully verifying all the information, submit the form by clicking the “Save and Forward to Approver” button.
This process is not only simple but also saves your time and maintains transparency.
Just as the demand for DA arrears is important, retaining your rightful HRA is also crucial. A minor oversight can lead to the loss of your entitled money. So, without further delay, make arrangements to submit your HRA declaration today. A timely action can save you from financial loss.
