Big news has come for millions of pensioners in the country. According to the notification issued by the department, government employees can now submit their pension applications online. The change is aimed at simplifying the process by allowing retirees to use the e-HRMS portal to submit Form 6A. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) launched this new system on 6 November 2024. Now, they can apply online, which will eliminate the need to submit physical documents. The change is designed to speed up the pension process and improve convenience for retirees.
Submit Form 6A
Retired individuals will now have to use a single pension application form, Form 6-A, which collects personal details, Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF) account information, and bank account details in one place. In a notification issued on November 11, the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare said that government employees will have to submit their Form 6-A Bhavishya or through the e-HRMS portal. This shift to an online system is a significant step towards modernizing the pension application process.
Benefits of Single Pension Application Form Single Pension
The introduction of Application Form 6-A has simplified the submission process by adjusting it in a single step. This change makes the entire process from pension processing to commencement of retirement payments completely digital and paperless. The user-friendly interface is specially designed for pensioners, ensuring that their forms are taken care of promptly.
Retirees can now have peace of mind knowing that their applications will be processed efficiently without unnecessary delays. The move towards online application systems reflects the widespread trend of digitization in government services. By adopting this approach, the Department of Pension and Pensioners’ Welfare aims to enhance efficiency and accessibility for all retirees seeking pension.
