Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) Launch Secures 50% Basic Pay as Pension for Central Govt Employees
Saturday, 24 August 2024, 14:31
Unified Pension Scheme Promises Significant Benefits
The recent announcement by the central government regarding the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) marks a turning point for central govt employees. The scheme, designed to provide a guaranteed payout of 50% of the average basic pay over the last 12 months, is set to benefit 23 lakh employees significantly.
Key Features of the Unified Pension Scheme
- Higher Contribution: The government’s contribution towards the UPS will increase from 14% to 18.5%.
- Employee Contribution: Employees will need to contribute 10% of their basic pay along with DA.
- Inflation Adjustment: The scheme includes provisions for dearness relief, ensuring payouts remain relevant to current economic conditions.
- State Participation: States can also adopt the UPS, increasing potential beneficiaries to 90 lakh employees.
- Annual Actuarial Review: An actuarial assessment will occur every three years to maintain funding.
This development may also dilute opposition members' calls for reverting to the previous pension framework, aiming to capitalize on upcoming electoral successes.
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