Government Maintains Rs 1,000 Minimum EPS Pension, Emphasizes Fund Sustainability

The government has confirmed that the minimum monthly pension under the Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS-95) remains at Rs 1,000, with no immediate plans for an increase. Emphasizing fund sustainability, the government provides budgetary support beyond statutory contributions to maintain this payout. An online system allows eligible members to opt for higher pension contributions within a three-month deadline after receiving a demand letter, following a Supreme Court directive.