The Union Cabinet approved the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for government employees.
To qualify for this, employees must have a minimum of 25 years of service.
The scheme will benefit 23 lakh central government employees.
Retirees will now receive 50 percent of their average basic pay over the last 12 months before retirement as a pension for a minimum qualifying service of 25 years.
The Government is increasing its contribution from 14 percent to 18.5 percent.
Employee contribution will not increase.
In case of a pensioner’s unfortunate demise, their family will receive 60% of the pension the employee was receiving.
Rs 10,000 per month as pension, on superannuation after minimum 10 years of service, will be given.
Lump-Sum Payment will be given at superannuation in addition to gratuity.
Existing NPS / VRS with NPS as well as future employees will have an option of joining UPS.