Odisha Government Announces Unified Pension Scheme 2025 for State Employees, Check Effective Date and Eligibility Details PDF

Odisha Government Announces Unified Pension Scheme 2025 for State Employees, Check Effective Date and Eligibility Details PDF: The Odisha government has decided to implement the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) for its eligible employees under the National Pension System (NPS), along with launching the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana for economically weaker sections and a scheme for the construction of block-level stadiums, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Saturday.

These key decisions were taken during a Cabinet meeting chaired by CM Majhi on Friday night, where several other important proposals related to education, health, sports infrastructure, transportation, and social security were also approved.

Addressing the media on Saturday, CM Majhi stated that under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), government employees with a minimum qualifying service of 25 years will be entitled to a pension amounting to 50% of their average basic pay or the basic pay received in the last 12 months before retirement.

Odisha Government Announces Unified Pension Scheme 2025 Details 

Odisha Government Unified Pension Scheme 2025 Dates

• Effective Date: April 1, 2025
• Eligibility: All state government employees currently under NPS
• Opt-In Choice: Employees can choose between NPS or UPS based on their preference

Odisha Government Announces Unified Pension Scheme 2025

Chief Minister Majhi announced that under the new pension scheme, a family pension amounting to 60 percent of the pension drawn by a government employee before their passing will be provided. Additionally, the minimum pension amount will be set at Rs 10,000 after retirement, provided the employee has completed at least 10 years of service.

Employees under the National Pension System (NPS) will have the option to switch to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) or remain under NPS. The UPS will offer a guaranteed family pension benefit in case of the government employee’s demise after retirement—an advantage not available under NPS.

Furthermore, the state government has decided to implement the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana, aimed at providing affordable housing to economically weaker sections who were unable to benefit from PMAY due to displacement or other reasons.

Under this scheme, 2.25 lakh houses will be constructed over the next three years, with a total investment of Rs 7,550 crore. Beneficiaries will receive financial assistance of Rs 1.20 lakh for house construction, maintaining parity with PMAY provisions. Additionally, an incentive system has been introduced: those who complete construction within four months will receive a bonus of Rs 20,000, while those finishing within six months will get Rs 10,000.

The definition of a family has also been simplified under the scheme, now including the husband, wife, dependent parents, and children. This change aims to extend benefits to newly formed families.

In an effort to enhance sports infrastructure at the grassroots level, the government has approved a scheme to construct block-level stadiums across all 314 blocks of the state. A budget of Rs 4,124 crore has been sanctioned for this project over the next five years.

Additionally, the government has approved the construction of three major bridges:

• A new bridge near the old one over the Brahmani River on the Cuttack-Chandbali road in Kendrapara district.
• A bridge over the Mahanadi River at Pujaripalli Ghat in Jharsuguda district.
• A new bridge connecting Aul and Chandbali over the Kharasrota River at Bharigada on the Cuttack-Chandbali road.

These infrastructure projects aim to improve connectivity and boost development across the state.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) 2025?

The Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) is a new pension system introduced by the Odisha government, replacing the National Pension System (NPS) for eligible state government employees. It ensures a guaranteed pension along with family pension benefits after retirement.

2. Who is eligible for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)?

All state government employees currently under NPS are eligible. They can choose to switch to UPS or continue under the existing NPS.

3. What are the pension benefits under UPS?

Employees with 25+ years of service will receive 50% of their average basic pay or the salary drawn in the last 12 months before retirement.

A minimum pension of ₹10,000 per month is guaranteed for those who complete at least 10 years of service.

4. What is the family pension provision under UPS?

In case of an employee’s demise after retirement, the family will receive 60% of the pension amount that the employee was entitled to.

5. When will the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) be implemented?

The UPS will be effective from April 1, 2025.

6. What other welfare schemes were announced along with UPS?

Along with UPS, the government announced:

• Antyodaya Gruha Yojana: Construction of 2.25 lakh houses for the economically weaker sections.
• Block-Level Stadium Scheme: Construction of 314 new stadiums across Odisha.

7. Where can I check official details and download the UPS 2025 PDF?

For the official notification and PDF, visit the Odisha government’s official website or check updates from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) announcements.

Odisha Unified Pension Scheme 2025 PDF Link