Budget 2026: Will Atal Pension Yojana Pension Increase? Government May Announce
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Moneycontrol•01-02-2026, 05:45
Budget 2026: Will Atal Pension Yojana Pension Increase? Government May Announce
- •Subscribers of Atal Pension Yojana (APY) currently receive a monthly pension between 1,000 to 5,000 rupees.
- •Due to rising inflation, there is a growing demand to increase the pension amount under APY.
- •The government has extended the APY timeline until 2030-31, indicating its long-term commitment to the scheme.
- •The government previously stated no proposal to increase pension, citing potential rise in subscriber contributions.
- •As of November 30, 2025, approximately 8.45 crore people are enrolled in APY, with most opting for the 1,000 rupees pension slab.
Why It Matters: Subscribers await Budget 2026 for potential increase in Atal Pension Yojana pension amidst inflation concerns.
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