Will you get Rs 3500 pension? Know the truth of the government’s plan:

News India Live, Digital Desk: Government Scheme : Nowadays the news of ₹ 3500 pension is very much discussed on social media. Many people are wondering whether the government will really give this much pension to everyone? Come, let us know the truth of this news.

Truth behind the news of ₹3500 pension

It is true that discussions are going on for ₹3500 pension, but this is not a new government scheme that will be given to everyone. Actually, this news is related to an old government scheme, whose name is ‘Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana’ (PM-SYM),

What is Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maandhan Yojana?

This scheme is for workers in the unorganized sector. Such as domestic workers, drivers, labourers, tailors, hawkers, hawkers, landless farmers etc. Under this scheme, workers are given a pension of up to ₹3500 every month after the age of 60 years.

How to get pension?

• Age: To avail the benefits of this scheme, your age should be between 18 to 40 years.
• Contribution: You have to deposit some amount every month in this scheme. Depending on your age, this amount can range from ₹55 to ₹200. The government also contributes equal to your deposit amount.
• After age 60: When you turn 60, you start getting a pension of minimum ₹ 3000 and maximum ₹ 3500 every month.

Does this news apply to everyone?

No, this ₹3500 pension scheme is only for those workers in the unorganized sector who invest in this scheme. This is not a universal pension scheme that will be available to all citizens.

How to apply?

You can visit your nearest Common Service Center (CSC) to avail the benefits of this scheme. There you will get help in applying.