Indonesian Government Provides Additional Funding for Regional ASN Teachers

Additional Allocation for THR and 13th Month Salary

The Indonesian Ministry of Finance has announced an additional allocation of Rp7.66 trillion to support regional governments in fulfilling their financial obligations to civil servant (ASN) teachers. This funding is specifically designated for the payment of the Lebaran bonus (THR) and the 13th month salary for ASN teachers whose salaries are managed through regional budgets (APBD) and who do not receive additional income. The decision was formalized through the Minister of Finance Regulation No. 372/2025, signed on December 22, 2025 ¹

Background and Implementation

This financial support aims to ease the burden on regional governments in meeting their obligations to ASN teachers, ensuring timely payment of their entitlements. The additional allocation is part of the government's efforts to maintain the welfare of civil servants, particularly teachers, during significant national events such as Lebaran. The regulation outlines the revised details of the General Allocation Fund (DAU) for 2025, specifically earmarking Rp7,666,857,066,000 for this purpose.

Impact on Regional Governments

The additional funding is expected to positively impact regional governments by enabling them to fulfill their financial commitments to ASN teachers without facing budgetary constraints. This move demonstrates the central government's commitment to supporting regional administrations in managing their human resource expenses, particularly for essential services like education.