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Is Pran for APY and NPS different?
NPS is managed by PFRDA. The APY scheme is administered by the PFRDA/Government. In case of NPS, you will get the unique Permanent Retirement Number (PRAN). There is no such facility in APY.
Who regulates Atal Pension Yojana?
Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority
APY is administered by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). APY is open to all bank account holders in the age group of 18 to 40 years and the contributions differ, based on pension amount chosen.
Which banks support Atal Pension Yojana?
Banks such as State Bank of India, ICICI Bank etc. allow customers to open the pension scheme account via the Internet banking facility. The facility to open APY account via SBI’s Net banking facility is available under the social security schemes option in the e-services tab.
What is the maximum pension limit of Atal Pension Yojana?
Rs. 5000/month
Atal Pension Yojana Details You can get a fixed pension ranging from Rs. 1000 to a maximum of Rs. 5000/month by investing through this scheme. The eligible age to join the Atal Pension Yojana is 18 years and up to 40 years.
Should I invest in Atal Pension Yojana?
Atal Pension Yojana (APY) is a very beneficial social security scheme for people working in the unorganized sector. By investing in APY, you get regular income to spend after retirement. Atal Pension Yojana (APY), a pension scheme for citizens of India is focused on the unorganized sector workers.
Can I open an account in Atal Pension Yojana?
You can open an Atal Pension Yojana account at any nationalized bank . You can download the APY Form online or you can visit the nearest nationalized bank to get the Form. The Form is available in almost all the languages in India. Fill the application form and submit it to the bank.
Does Atal Pension Yojana have tax benefits?
Along with the Atal Pension Yojana benefit of guaranteed return, the scheme also offers tax benefits under Section 80CCD of the Income Tax Act. The entire accumulated fund is managed and distributed by the Pension Funds Regulatory and Development Authority of India.
What is the withdrawal procedure from Atal Pension Yojana?
Withdrawal Procedure From Atal Pension Yojana After reaching the Age of 60 After you have reached 60 years of age, in order to withdraw higher monthly pension or guaranteed minimum monthly pension, you need to make a request to the bank where your APY account is held. With complete annuitization of the pension amount, you can exit this scheme.