UPS guidelines: The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced guidelines for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), effective April 1, 2025. This scheme offers central government employees currently enrolled in the National Pension Scheme (NPS) a comprehensive alternative.
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