80 year old pensioners will get 100% pension increase, know when will they get this big benefit

Big relief for pensioners from the Central Government: Now you will get 5% to 10% additional pension, know when will you get the benefit.

The Central Government has made a wonderful announcement for pensioners. After the increase in dearness allowance by 3 percent by the government, now pensioners will also get additional benefits ranging from 5% to 10% to their basic pension. This decision is expected to provide great relief to lakhs of pensioners. According to the new instructions issued by the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (DOPPW), now pensioners will get the benefit of increase in pension on the basis of their age.

What are the new rules and how will you get the benefit?

According to Sub-rule 6 of Rule 44 of the CCS (Pension) Rules 2021, pensioners whose age is 80 years or more will get an increase in their pension ranging from 20% to 100%. Although this rule was applicable earlier also, there was confusion among the pensioners whether the pension would increase after reaching 80 years of age or till 79 years. The government has now ended this confusion and clarified that the benefit of pension increase will be available only after completing 80 years of age.

Pension increase according to age

• 80 to 85 years – 20% additional pension
• 85 to 90 years – 30% additional pension
• 90 to 95 years – 40% additional pension
• 95 to 100 years – 50% additional pension
• 100 years and above – 100% additional pension

For example, if a pensioner was born on August 20, 1944, he will get a 20% increase from August 1, 2024.

When will I get this additional pension?

This increased pension will be applicable from the 1st of the month in which the pensioner completes his prescribed age. This decision will also remove doubts among pensioners.

5% pension increase should be given from 65 years

Pensioners' organizations have suggested that the benefit of pension increase should start from 65 years only, as very few pensioners survive till 80 years. These organizations say that pensioners will get real benefit by getting 5% pension increase from 65 years and 10% pension increase from 70 years.

Banks got guidelines

All pension related departments and banks will now ensure that eligible pensioners can avail the benefits of their increased pension on time. This will help in improving the standard of living of pensioners and will bring relief in their financial condition.

What will be the impact of this decision?

This step will provide great relief to elderly pensioners, especially those above 80 years of age. This will improve their standard of living and provide them financial support. This decision of the government will not only provide relief to the pensioners, but it will also prove important for their well-being.