Changes to Pension Application Process for Retiring Government Employees
Effective November 6, 2024, all retiring central government employees will need to submit the new Single Pension Application Form 6-A online. This requirement is part of a new directive from the Pension & Pensioners’ Welfare Department within the Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, which states that paper submissions will no longer be accepted.
Previously, pension application forms could be submitted in paper format; however, to streamline processing and enhance efficiency, all applications must now be submitted through either the Bhavishya or e-HRMS 2.0 online platforms.
The introduction of this online system is part of a broader initiative to digitize government processes. The Form 6-A will be integrated with the Bhavishya and e-HRMS 2.0 systems, making it available to employees starting November 6.
To facilitate this transition, training sessions will be organized for relevant officials, as outlined in the notification. These sessions aim to assist Heads of Offices (HoOs) and Nodal Officers in effectively navigating and utilizing the new system. Details regarding the training schedule will be provided in the near future.
All government ministries and departments are required to communicate this new regulation to their employees, ensuring adherence to the updated process for pension claims.