EPS 2026: Family pension benefits explained

The Employees' Pension Scheme (EPS) provides widow pension to the surviving spouse of a deceased member, paid until death or remarriage.

Child pension is available for up to two children of a deceased EPS member, payable until the child turns 25.

Orphan pension is provided to children if no surviving spouse exists, also payable until age 25.

Nominee pension applies to unmarried or family-less members with a valid nomination, providing benefits if no spouse or child is eligible.

Dependent parent pension offers financial support to parents when no spouse, child, or nominee is eligible.