Assured Pension Scheme for government employees announced by Kerala government: 50% pension, key features and eligibility explained

Kerala government employees can now opt for the Assured Pension Scheme (APS), effective April 1, 2026, offering a pension of ...
The Financial Express

Complete restoration of Old Pension Scheme in 8th Pay Commission? Employee unions seek NPS, UPS rollback

With only about 1.22 lakh central government employees opting for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) so far, employee unions ...
Mathrubhumi English

Kerala’s new full pension scheme: 50% of last salary for Govt staff with 30 yrs service from April 1

Kerala government to roll out a new pension scheme from April 1, promising 50% of last salary for employees with 30 years of service. Current contributory pension members can also opt in.

8th Pay Commission: Fitment factor of 3, OPS revival, 11-year pension commutation among AITUC’s key demands

The All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) has sought sweeping changes in salaries, pensions and service conditions of central government employees, including a fitment factor of at least 3.0, ...

Kerala's assured pension plan offers 50% pay: Rules & eligibility explained

The move comes amid growing debate among states and employee groups over retirement security under contributory pension ...
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Kerala Introduces Assured Pension Scheme for State Employees

The Kerala government announced the implementation of the Assured Pension Scheme for state employees starting April 1, 2026. This move replaces the National Pension System. Employees can opt for the ...