Atal Pension Yojana gets Cabinet nod for extension upto 2031, ensures monthly pension for informal sector
Published on: Jan. 21, 2026, 12:43 p.m. | Source: The Economic Times
The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) until 2030-31, ensuring assured monthly pensions for millions of low-income and unorganised sector workers. This extension includes continued government funding for outreach and gap funding, guaranteeing pensions of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 per month from age 60 for those without formal retirement benefits.
