Yaroslavl Oblast Increases Payments to Contract Soldiers

The one-time payment for contract servicemen in the region has increased to 1.6 million rubles ($16,800 at current rates).

May 1, 2026

The increased payment is part of a broader benefits package for contract soldiers and their families.
Source:
Kirill Poverinov / 76.RU

In Yaroslavl Oblast, the one-time payment for servicemen who sign a contract with the Ministry of Defense has been significantly increased. Governor Mikhail Evraev stated: “Now soldiers who go to the special military operation zone from our region will receive 1.6 million rubles ($16,800 at current rates), including federal payments.”

The increase will apply to those who sign a contract starting 5 February 2026. Previously, the payment amount was 1.1 million rubles ($11,600 at current rates).

Families of contract soldiers in the region have a broad package of benefits, including:

exemption from fees for meals in schools and kindergartens;
cancellation of the transport tax;
priority right to receive social services.

For the servicemen themselves, medical rehabilitation and additional payments in case of injury are provided. Simultaneously, the region continues to recruit people who wish to serve under contract in unmanned systems forces. For all organizational matters, you can call the short number *176.66.