Petro's Government Announced the Official Increase for Public Workers for 2026: How Much Was It?
Teachers were the most benefited by this government adjustment. Photo: Colombian Presidency
TL;DR
- Public employees will receive a 7% salary increase in 2026, retroactive to January 1, 2026.
- The increase is based on the 2025 IPC plus an additional 1.9%, as agreed in collective bargaining.
- The bonus for services rendered will increase by three percentage points in 2026 and one point in 2027.
- Teachers and educational directors will receive an additional 0.4 percentage point bonus.
- The measure impacts various state entities, including the Executive Branch, Presidency, DIAN, and the Judiciary.
- Adjustments to travel allowances and specific conditions for entities like the Fiscalía General de la Nación and Dian are included.