October 2026: 6 money and document changes to act on now
Six things for October 2026: (1) complete LPG biometric Aadhaar authentication — needed for subsidised cylinders from 1 Oct; (2) pensioners 80+ can submit the life certificate from 1 Oct; (3) the free child Aadhaar biometric update ended on 30 Sept — it now costs ₹125 at ages 7–15; (4) in Maharashtra, file Form 6 by 12 Oct (extended from 30 Sept) if your name is missing from the SIR draft roll; (5) the DA hike to 63% is expected to be approved this month; (6) the 8th Pay Commission visits Bengaluru on 7–8 Oct.
1. LPG: biometric Aadhaar authentication from 1 October
Subsidised refills now need Biometric Aadhaar Authentication. About 90% of consumers have done it; if you haven’t, do it free in your gas company’s app, at delivery, or at the distributor. LPG guide
2. Pensioners aged 80+: life certificate window opened on 1 October
Submit your Jeevan Pramaan from home with face authentication. Everyone else: 1–30 November. Life certificate guide
3. Child Aadhaar biometric update: free waiver ended on 30 September
It is still free at ages 5–7 and 15–17; between 7 and 15 it now costs ₹125. Child MBU guide
4. Maharashtra voter list (SIR 2026): claims now close 12 October
The Election Commission extended the deadline from 30 September. Name missing from the draft roll? File Form 6 with the declaration. Claims will be decided by 10 November; the new final-roll date is yet to be notified. SIR guide
5. DA hike: decision expected
The July 2026 DA/DR hike (60% → 63%) is usually approved in October. Arrears follow with the next salary. DA calculator
6. 8th Pay Commission consultations continue
The Commission is scheduled in Bengaluru on 7–8 October. No fitment factor has been announced. Latest status
Frequently asked questions
What new rules started on 1 October 2026?
Biometric Aadhaar authentication became necessary for subsidised LPG refills, and pensioners aged 80+ could start submitting their annual life certificate.
What deadlines are there in October 2026?
Maharashtra SIR 2026 claims and objections close on 12 October (extended from 30 September).
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