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Jammu & Kashmir Government Approves Old Pension Scheme for 27 Eligible Officers
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 31 Oct 2026, 01:55 AM
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The Jammu & Kashmir administration has approved the extension of the Old Pension Scheme to 27 officers who meet the eligibility criteria, granting them pension benefits under the legacy system.
The state government of Jammu & Kashmir has formally authorized the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for a group of 27 officers who satisfy the prescribed eligibility norms. The decision, announced through an official circular, will allow these officers to receive pension benefits calculated under the pre‑2004 pension framework, rather than the newer defined‑contribution model.
Under the OPS, pension entitlement is based on the last drawn salary and years of service, offering a higher post‑retirement income compared to the newer scheme. The move is expected to address long‑standing demands from senior civil and police personnel who had sought parity with peers in other states.
The government has instructed the finance department to process the necessary adjustments and ensure that the pension disbursements begin from the next financial cycle. No further details on the individual officers or the exact timeline were disclosed.
Under the OPS, pension entitlement is based on the last drawn salary and years of service, offering a higher post‑retirement income compared to the newer scheme. The move is expected to address long‑standing demands from senior civil and police personnel who had sought parity with peers in other states.
The government has instructed the finance department to process the necessary adjustments and ensure that the pension disbursements begin from the next financial cycle. No further details on the individual officers or the exact timeline were disclosed.