National Pension Scheme For Traders And Self Employed Persons
✓ Information verified — June 2026A 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.
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. Aadhaar Card
- 2. Bank Account Details
- 3. Income Certificate
- 4. Business Registration Document
- 5. Application Form
How to Apply
- 1Check your eligibility criteria above
- 2Gather all required documents listed below
- 3Visit the official portal (linked below)
- 4Fill the application form online / offline
- 5Submit the form and note your application reference number
- 6Track status on the official portal or visit 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
Official Source
Last Verified
14 June 2026
Official Portal
www.myscheme.gov.in/schemes/nps-tsep…Nodal Ministry
Ministry Of Labour and Employment
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