Additionally, the Central Government will contribute approximately 8.5% of (basic pay + Dearness Allowance) for employees selecting UPS. This supports guaranteed payments under the UPS programme.

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1. A current central government employee, i.e. one in service as of April 1, 2025, who is already covered under NPS 2. New recruits in central government services, on or after April 1, 2025.