New Delhi: A major change has been made in the family pension rules for employees. Those whose monthly income has decreased will be eligible for the pension. The Rajasthan government has made significant changes to the family pension rules for employees who pass away. The Finance Department has amended the Rajasthan Service Rules 1996 and implemented the new system from 2025.
The government has taken this step to prevent misuse of the family pension. The government wants to ensure that the benefits of the family pension reach only eligible individuals. The Rajasthan government has provided relief to disabled sons and daughters. The marital status of mentally or physically disabled children will not affect their eligibility for the family pension. If their income is less than ₹8,850 per month, they will be eligible for the pension.
How many months will the certificate have to be submitted?
According to the new Rajasthan government rules, each son or daughter will be required to submit a certificate of their marital status and monthly income every six months. Failure to follow this procedure could result in the pension being stopped. During this period, Finance Secretary Naveen Jain provided important information.
He explained that this amendment was made to prevent the misuse of family pension and provide it to genuine beneficiaries. Special provisions for persons with disabilities also maintain a sense of security and support in society.
In addition, the state government has amended Rules 62 and 67 of the service rules, providing relief by clarifying the terms and conditions for dependent sons and daughters, and increasing the income limit. This will help the government prevent misuse of the family pension and ensure that genuine beneficiaries receive the pension benefits.
A look at the pension
Eligible beneficiaries will receive the family pension after the employee’s death. If a person’s monthly income exceeds ₹12,500, the family pension will cease. Marriage and income certificates will be required every six months. Marriage does not affect the eligibility of disabled sons and daughters. Disabled individuals will receive a monthly income benefit of ₹8,850. This will not cause any inconvenience to employees. This will be considered very special.