Pensioners covered under the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) have a new digital facility to make the life certificate process more convenient. The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has announced the operationalisation of the UPS Jeevan Setu Digital Life Certificate facility, bringing another digital option to pension-related services.
What Is the UPS Jeevan Setu Facility?
A Digital Life Certificate is an electronic way for pensioners to establish that they are alive and remain eligible to receive their pension benefits.
The new UPS Jeevan Setu facility is designed to support this process digitally, reducing dependence on traditional paper-based procedures.
How Will It Help UPS Pensioners?
The digital facility is intended to make pension-related formalities more convenient. It can help eligible pensioners complete life certificate requirements through a digital process rather than relying entirely on physical paperwork.
This is particularly relevant for pensioners who face difficulties travelling to offices or banks for routine pension formalities.
What Should Pensioners Know?
The facility relates specifically to pensioners covered under the Unified Pension Scheme. Pensioners should check the official PFRDA instructions for the applicable process, eligibility requirements and submission procedure before using the service.
A Step Towards Digital Pension Services
The launch reflects the continued expansion of digital services in India’s pension system. With the UPS Jeevan Setu facility, PFRDA is taking another step towards making pension administration more accessible and convenient for eligible retirees.
