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.

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