1-Time, 1-Way Switch Facility From UPS To NPS Available For Central Govt Employees--What Happens To Govt's 4% Differential Contribution?
According to an official notification, this facility is available to UPS subscribers up to one year before their superannuation or three months before voluntary retirement.
Aug 26, 2025, 08:28 AM IST
1.3 Lakh Minors Enrolled Under NPS Vatsalya Scheme, Says Govt
The NPS Vatsalya Yojana, also known as the National Pension System Vatsalya, is a retirement savings scheme designed for minor children in India.
Aug 12, 2025, 15:39 PM IST
2025 Income Tax Bill Changes: More Tax-Free Lump Sum, Bigger Penalties For Early UPS/NPS Withdrawals
This bill updates the Finance Act, 2025, and the Income Tax Act, 1961, with the primary aim of aligning the taxation rules of the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) with those of the National Pension System (NPS).
Aug 12, 2025, 11:27 AM IST
Is Government Bringing OPS Back? Here's What Finance Minister Told Lok Sabha
She said the government had shifted away from OPS because it created an unsustainable fiscal burden on the exchequer.
Aug 11, 2025, 17:03 PM IST
Government To Sweeten Deal On UPS As Central Government Workers Shows Little Interest
The UPS was designed to bring together features of both the old pension plan and the current NPS, promising a steady pension like the old plan for central government employees.
Aug 01, 2025, 16:31 PM IST
Unified Pension Scheme: Central Govt Employees Must Know About The Latest Rules Regarding Taxation
In a bid to provide further impetus to the UPS, the Government has decided that tax benefits as available under NPS shall apply mutatis mutandis to UPS as it is an option under NPS, said the Ministry of Finance.
Jul 09, 2025, 08:47 AM IST
Central Govt Employees Under NPS: Is UPS Different From NPS? Check Eligibility, Last Date To Apply for UPS, And What Happens If You Miss Out
Unified Pension Scheme Last Date To Apply: On April 1, 2025, the central government introduced the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) option for its employees, which offers a guaranteed pension subject to certain conditions.
May 24, 2025, 14:40 PM IST
NPS New Rule 2025: PFRDA Notification To Close NPS Account For THESE Subscribers
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has notified its latest rule regarding NPS subscribers who have renounced their Indian citizenship and are without an OCI.
Apr 24, 2025, 14:21 PM IST
Unified Pension Scheme Rolled Out: Who Is Eligible For 50% Guaranteed Pension? Who Will Not Get Assured Payout?
Declared last year by the Narendra Modi government, the UPS seeks to provide fixed pension security to employees working in central government offices.
Apr 02, 2025, 09:04 AM IST
NPS To UPS Switch: Central Govt Employees Now Eligible To Opt For UPS From April 1; Know About Retirement Benefits And Migration Window
NPS To UPS Switch: The NPS to UPS migration is now live on the official CRA (Central Recordkeeping Agency) portal. This migration aims to offer a guaranteed pension, government contributions, and more investment flexibility to central government employees post-retirement. Notably, the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) offers a structured pension payout based on an employee’s service tenure. Those with 25 or more years of service will receive 50 per cent of their average last 12 months’ basic salary as a pension.
Apr 01, 2025, 17:40 PM IST
Unified Pension Scheme To Be Implemented From Today 1 April 2025: Check Direct Link For Enrolment And Claim Forms
Employees, who have served for more than 10 years but less than 25 years, will receive a minimum pension of Rs 10,000 per month under Unified Pension Scheme.
Apr 01, 2025, 08:48 AM IST
Unified Pension Scheme From 1 April 2025: Assured Payout NOT To Be Available To Central Government Employees In THESE Situations
A minimum assured payout of Rs.10,000 per month has been guaranteed under Unified Pension Scheme in case superannuation is after 10 years or more of qualifying service, subject to timely and regular credit of contributions and no withdrawals.
Mar 27, 2025, 09:17 AM IST
Unified Pension Scheme From 1 April 2025: How Much Pension Will Family Get After Death Of Central Govt Employee
What is the minimum assured-payout under UPS and what is the family payout? Check
Mar 26, 2025, 11:22 AM IST
Unified Pension Scheme: Check Direct Link For Enrolment And Claim Forms; Know Major Cut Off Dates
PFRDA Regulations enable enrolment of three categories of central government employees in Unified Pension Scheme --Check Major cut-off dates
Mar 25, 2025, 07:09 AM IST
Unified Pension Scheme Set To Roll Out From April 1, To Benefit 23 Lakh Employees
The government is introducing the UPS to offer more financial security after retirement to at least 23 lakh Central government employees, particularly for those who prefer a stable and predictable income instead of a market-linked pension.
Mar 24, 2025, 15:14 PM IST
Unified Pension Scheme Effective From April 1: Check Major Cut Off Date For Enrolment
Declared last year by the Narendra Modi government, the UPS seeks to provide fixed pension security to employees working in central government offices.
Mar 21, 2025, 17:20 PM IST
Unified Pension Scheme From 1 April 2025: Who Is Eligible For 50% Guaranteed Pension? What Are Death Benefits For Family?
UPS From April 1: This scheme under the National Pension System (NPS) is mainly intended for central government workers.
Mar 21, 2025, 15:49 PM IST
Can Central Govt Employee Change Pension Scheme Option Once They Select Unified Pension Scheme?
The Central Government employees, who are covered under NPS, are eligible to submit their option for UPS under National Pension System
Feb 18, 2025, 07:18 AM IST
Unified Pension Scheme: What Is The Minimum Assured-payout, How It Be Calculated?
The Central Government employees, who are covered under NPS, are eligible to submit their option for UPS under National Pension System
Feb 17, 2025, 17:21 PM IST
National Pension System Latest Charges Effective 31 January 2025: Check Break-up Of Charges For NPS, e-NPS
NPS is voluntary for subscription by an individual to make contributions to his/her Individual Pension Account.
Feb 14, 2025, 15:45 PM IST