The Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare (DoPPW) has issued a clarification on the entitlement of central government employees under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) in case of resignation. The circular makes it clear that employees opting for UPS will forfeit their assured payout if they resign, though they will still be entitled to receive their accumulated pension wealth.

Circular on Resignation of Central Government Employees Under UPS

The DoPPW, under the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, issued an Office Memorandum on October 29, 2025, explaining the rules governing resignation for central government employees covered under the Unified Pension Scheme, introduced as an option under the National Pension System (NPS).

According to the memorandum, “Rule 1

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