Assam Implements Unified Pension Scheme: Government Contribution Increases to 18.5% from Previous 10%

Oct 07, 2025 12:22 am CST

Assam has adopted the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), increasing government contribution from 10% to 18.5%. Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced that existing employees have one year to choose between continuing with NPS or switching to UPS, with all accumulated contributions transferable. Unlike the old pension scheme, UPS remains contributory with employees contributing 10% of their salary and dearness allowance.