The Atal Pension Yojana 2026 (APY) is a guaranteed pension scheme for workers in the unorganised sector. You contribute a fixed amount every month based on your age, and after turning 60, you receive a guaranteed monthly pension of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 for life. On your death, your spouse receives the same pension, and after the spouse’s death, the nominee gets the corpus back. Apply at any bank where you have an account. Last updated: 17.05.2026.
Atal Pension Yojana 2026 – Contribution Table
| Age at Joining | ₹1000/month pension | ₹3000/month pension | ₹5000/month pension |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 years | ₹42/month | ₹126/month | ₹210/month |
| 25 years | ₹76/month | ₹226/month | ₹376/month |
| 30 years | ₹116/month | ₹347/month | ₹577/month |
| 35 years | ₹181/month | ₹543/month | ₹902/month |
| 39 years | ₹291/month | ₹872/month | ₹1,454/month |
Earlier you join, lower your monthly contribution. All pension amounts are guaranteed regardless of market returns.
Atal Pension Yojana 2026 – Important Links
| Description | Link |
|---|---|
| APY Account Statement / Check Balance | Click Here |
| Official APY Page | Click Here |
| APY on UMANG App | Click Here |
| Eligibility guide | Atal Pension Yojana eligibility 2026 |
| Documents guide | Atal Pension Yojana documents required 2026 |
| Registration guide | Atal Pension Yojana registration 2026 |
| Helpline and complaint guide | Atal Pension Yojana helpline 2026 |
Eligibility
- Indian citizen aged 18 to 40 years
- Must have a savings bank account or post office account
- Should not be an income tax payer (from October 2022 onwards)
- Not a member of any statutory social security scheme (EPF, NPS, etc.)
How to Enroll
- Visit your bank branch or net banking portal
- Fill the APY registration form with Aadhaar and mobile number
- Choose your desired monthly pension amount (₹1,000 to ₹5,000)
- Auto-debit set up from your savings account every month
- PRAN (Permanent Retirement Account Number) issued immediately
Exit and Withdrawal Rules
- Normal exit at age 60: full pension starts
- Premature exit before 60: only own contributions + interest returned (no government co-contribution benefit)
- Death before 60: spouse can continue or close the account
- Death after 60: spouse receives same pension; after spouse’s death, nominee gets the corpus
Helpline: 1800-110-708 (PFRDA, toll-free)
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