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The circular allows PoPs to engage new categories like professionals, fintechs, and rural agents as Pension Agents. The key takeaway is expanded outreach with strict compliance responsibility on PoPs.
Authorities cautioned investors about entities promising monthly returns on deposits without regulatory approval, advising the public to deal only with registered pension intermediaries.
EPFO streamlined the process for transferring pension contributions and nominee payments. The instructions aim to avoid procedural errors and ensure uniform implementation across field offices.
PFRDA has introduced a revised IMF framework for pension funds effective 1 April 2026, maintaining separate slab-based rates for Government and Non-Government sector subscribers.
The regulator has introduced new operational guidelines for PoPs handling NPS-Lite to enhance accountability, service standards, and risk controls. The framework mandates compensation for delays and tighter reporting from April 1, 2026.
Revised guidelines require Points of Presence to compensate subscribers for service delays or operational failures without waiting for complaints. The move reinforces accountability, transparency, and consumer protection in NPS operations.
The regulator has permitted sharing of structured subscriber information with Pension Funds to strengthen scheme promotion and performance assessment. The circular mandates strict compliance with data protection laws and regulatory oversight to prevent misuse.
PFRDA has issued a public notice cautioning investors about an unregistered website and mobile app offering high-return schemes. The regulator clarified it is not authorized under the PFRDA Act and advised dealing only with registered intermediaries.
POPs must log offline grievances using CRA CGMS credentials. The measure ensures comprehensive data for regulatory oversight and timely resolution.
This piece explains how the 2015 regulations govern exits, withdrawals, and annuity requirements under NPS. The key takeaway is that exit benefits vary by subscriber category, age, and corpus size, balancing flexibility with long-term pension security.
