The Economic Times

Old Pension Scheme option extended to these government employees: Will others also get it?

The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research endorsed the Centre's decision on pension options. This move allows compassionate appointees to opt for the Old Pension Scheme. These individuals applied for jobs before January 1, 2004, but joined later. A key letter from the Department of Personnel facilitated this change for CSIR appointees. Other Central Autonomous Bodies may now follow this precedent for their employees.