Fact Check: As on 02 February 2026, the Ministry of Labour and Employment has not issued any Gazette Notification raising the EPS-95 minimum pension to ₹7,500. Viral social media messages claiming the hike has been approved are incorrect.
The Union Government has clarified in the recent Parliamentary session that there is no immediate proposal to increase the minimum pension from the current ₹1,000 to ₹7,500 due to fund sustainability issues.
⚠️ Official Status: No order has been released by EPFO regarding the ₹7,500 + DA hike. The current minimum pension remains ₹1,000 per month.
The Viral Claim vs. Official Reality
Multiple reports and WhatsApp forwards suggest that the government has accepted the NAC’s demand for a minimum pension of ₹7,500 with Dearness Allowance (DA). This information is premature and not based on released orders.
The confusion has likely arisen from the PFRDA’s recent circular regarding the NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme. This is a separate “Proof of Concept” for a contributory medical scheme and is unrelated to the demand for free medical facilities for EPS-95 pensioners.
Pensioners should verify facts before forwarding messages. For updates on other wage revisions, check Latest Psgic Nabard Wage Revision 2026 Arrears Pension which has been officially notified.
| Component | Current Rule (Feb 2026) | NAC Demand |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum Pension | ₹1,000 per month | ₹7,500 per month |
| DA Linkage | Not Applicable | Linked to Inflation (DA) |
| Medical Facility | No Cover | Free Medical for Spouse |
| Status | Active | Under Discussion |
NAC Demands and Strike Notice
The National Agitation Committee (NAC) has submitted a memorandum listing four key demands. Commander Ashok Raut (Retd) has warned of nationwide agitation if these are not met in the Budget 2026 announcements.
- Minimum monthly pension of ₹7,500 linked with DA.
- Free medical facilities for pensioners and spouses.
- Pension for those who retired without opting for the scheme earlier.
- Higher pension on actual salary (Supreme Court directives).
This agitation coincides with other central trade union movements. You can review the Latest Confederation Strike Notice Feb 12 2026 8th Cpc to understand the broader context of employee demands this month.
Medical Proposal Clarification: NPS Swasthya
While the pension hike is pending, PFRDA has issued a circular regarding a “Proof of Concept” for the NPS Swasthya Pension Scheme. This is a proposed contributory medical scheme, not a free benefit.
This proposal aims to provide health coverage to retired subscribers, but it is in the draft stage. It does not replace the demand for free medical care under EPS-95.
Recruitment and Employment Context
The government is currently focusing on filling vacancies in other sectors. For instance, the Department of Posts and other ministries have opened windows for non-gazetted posts. Candidates looking for government employment can check the Latest Central Govt Job Without Exam Recruitment Window Feb 14 2026.
However, for senior citizens and existing EPS pensioners, the immediate focus remains on the outcome of the Budget 2026 session scheduled for later this month.
Has the EPS-95 pension been increased to ₹7,500?
No. As of February 2, 2026, the minimum pension remains ₹1,000 per month. The government has not issued any notification for a hike.
Is the news about free medical facilities true?
No official order exists for free medical cover yet. A proposal named ‘NPS Swasthya’ is under review by PFRDA but is not yet implemented.
When will the decision be taken?
Pensioners are expecting an announcement during the Union Budget 2026 session or following the NAC agitation in February. No date is confirmed.
हिंदी सारांश
02 फरवरी 2026 तक सरकार ने EPS-95 पेंशन को 1000 रुपये से बढ़ाकर 7500 रुपये करने का कोई आदेश जारी नहीं किया है। सोशल मीडिया पर चल रही खबरें आधिकारिक नहीं हैं। पेंशनर्स कमिटी NAC ने अपनी मांगें सरकार के सामने रखी हैं और बजट सत्र में फैसले की उम्मीद है। फिलहाल न्यूनतम पेंशन 1000 रुपये ही है।
