Children Education Allowance Calculator 2026
CEA & Hostel Subsidy for up to two eldest surviving children of central government employees.
₹2,250/mo Up to 2 Children Hostel ₹6,750/mo
CEA Benefit (2026-27)
Monthly CEA
₹2,250
Annual CEA
₹27,000
Hostel Subsidy (annual)
₹0
Total Annual Benefit
₹27,000
Note: CEA is available for a maximum of two eldest surviving children. Disabled children receive enhanced (double) CEA. Reimbursement is on actual expenditure up to the prescribed ceiling.