Central GovernmentEmployment

National Pension Scheme For Traders And Self Employed Persons

✓ Information verified — June 2026
Ministry Of Labour and Employment

A voluntary and contributory pension scheme by the Ministry of Labour and Employment. This scheme is meant for old age protection and social security of Small Scale Traders and Retailers. The beneficiary would receive a minimum assured pension of ₹ 3000/- per month after attaining the age of 60 yrs.

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What You Get

  • Minimum assured pension of ₹3,000 per month after turning 60 years old
  • Voluntary contribution scheme allowing flexible participation
  • Social security coverage for traders and self-employed workers
  • Lifelong pension benefits after retirement age

Who Can Apply

  • Gender: Male only
  • Age: 18–40 years
  • Must be a small scale trader, retailer, or self-employed person
  • Must be willing to contribute regularly to the scheme
  • Must have a bank account for contributions and pension deposits
  • Age and income criteria may apply as per scheme guidelines

Documents Needed

0/5 collected

  1. 1. Aadhaar Card
  2. 2. Bank Account Details
  3. 3. Income Certificate
  4. 4. Business Registration Document
  5. 5. Application Form

How to Apply

  1. 1Check your eligibility criteria above
  2. 2Gather all required documents listed below
  3. 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
  4. 4Fill the application form online / offline
  5. 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
  6. 6Track status on the official portal or visit nearest CSC
OR visit your nearest CSC (Common Service Centre) Find nearest CSC

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Quick Facts

Scheme Level
Central Government
Ministry
Ministry Of Labour and Employment
Category
Employment
Target Gender
Male
Age Group
18–40 years
Application
Check portal
Last Updated
14 Jun 2026

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Official Source

Last Verified

14 June 2026

Nodal Ministry

Ministry Of Labour and Employment

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