Islamabad: Big relief for EOBI pensioners! The federal government has announced that the recently approved increase in pensions and the payment of all pending arrears will begin from September 1, 2025.

According to sources, all eligible pensioners will receive arrears from January 2025 to August 2025, based on the newly increased pension amount. This decision is expected to benefit millions of retired employees across the country.

It is worth noting that the federal cabinet had approved a Rupees. 1,500 increase in the Employees’ Old-Age Benefits Institution (EOBI) pension, raising the monthly pension from Rupees. 10,000 to Rupees. 11,500.

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This step was taken in view of the rising inflation and ongoing demands from pensioners. The increase is being widely welcomed as a much-needed relief for retired individuals facing financial challenges.