Family Pension Eligibility Rules

Summary

Family pension eligibility for dependent daughters in India requires annual income not exceeding ₹9,000 plus DA. If income temporarily exceeds this limit, pension cessation may occur. Restoration is possible if income falls below the threshold again. Delays in processing are common; follow up with the pension authority or file an RTI for updates.

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Dear Applicant, Your request is currently under consideration and is at an advanced stage of processing. The decision of the Competent Authority will be communicated to you at the earliest. You are requested to kindly await the decision of the Competent Authority. Your patience and cooperation in this regard are highly appreciated.does processing mean restoration or could be rejection as well? upon sending them my current income tax file they have mailed me this reply
The term "processing" in their reply can mean either restoration or rejection. It simply indicates that the decision is still under review. Since you've submitted your current income details, the decision will likely depend on whether your income now meets the eligibility criteria for the family pension.
my income is * they have my itr and ais
If your current annual income is ₹*,* and falls below the prescribed income limit for family pension eligibility (₹*,* plus DA), the pension authority will review this. The "processing" term in their reply means they are still evaluating your case, and the decision could result in either restoration or rejection, depending on their assessment.
wht does the rule say?
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For dependent daughters under family pension rules in India:
- The income limit for eligibility is ₹*,* annually, plus applicable Dearness Allowance (DA).
- If your income exceeds the limit, the pension may cease.
- Restoration is possible if your income falls below the limit again.
Consult your specific pension authority for their final decision.
they are making me wait from last 2 months
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A two-month delay in processing isn't uncommon, but it can feel frustrating. You may:
- Politely follow up with the pension authority via email or in person.
- Request an approximate timeline for the decision.
- Consider filing an RTI (Right to Information) application to check the status if the delay continues.
• She has submitted the required documents on *.*.* where it is seen that her income exceeds the minimum income criteria for getting Family Pension exceeds. to her earning exceeds the minimum income criteria w.e.f *.*.* vide Office order No. ESTT/*/* dated *.*.* with a copy to the incumbent. • Now, she has asked to revisit the income eligibility criteria stating the Total income of Rs. *,*,*/- for the AY *-* (as per IT it is Rs. *,*,*/-) and Rs. *,*,*/- for AY *-* (as per ITR total income is Rs. *,*/- after incurring current loss of Rs. *,*,*/-), However, as per ITR, she is not eligible for the Pension for the AY *-*. •She has also submitted the IT for the AY *-*, where her income shows Rs. *,*/- and requested to resume her family pension, which is under consideration of the Competent Authority. this is what they replied to doppw complaint i filed
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The rules for family pension eligibility for dependent daughters specify that the annual income must not exceed ₹*,* plus Dearness Allowance (DA). If your income was temporarily higher but has now fallen below the limit (₹*,* in your case), you are eligible to request restoration.
Since they are reviewing your documents and the matter is under consideration, the delay could be procedural. To expedite:
- Send a polite reminder to the pension authority.
- If no decision comes soon, file an RTI application to inquire about the status and reasons for the delay.