Government Support in Atal Pension Yojana: How Much Does the Govt. Contribute?

The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) is a crucial initiative by the Government of India that aims to provide a sustainable retirement income for the unorganized sector. Introduced in 2015, the scheme plays a significant role in offering financial security to workers who otherwise lack retirement benefits. Under APY, subscribers receive a fixed pension ranging from ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 per month after reaching the age of 60, depending on their contributions made during their active age. Understanding the extent of government support in the Atal Pension Yojana becomes important for potential subscribers aiming to secure their post-retirement life. Government Contribution in Atal Pension Yojana When the Atal Pension Yojana was launched, the government provided a notable incentive by contributing 50% of the subscriber's contribution or ₹1,000 per annum, whichever was lower, to those who joined the scheme before December 31, 2015, and who were not income tax payers or part of any statutory...