In major big news for members of EPF, EPFO Trustees today decided to allow EPF Commutation of Pension. However, is it worth to opt?
But before jumping into the news, please refer my earlier post to understand more about EPS.
For many employees, this may be a big relief. But do you feel it is necessary?
Let me explain to you the few features of EPS
Now, what is the meaning of EPF Commutation? Let us go deep into it and understand the real meaning of commutation. Let me briefly explain this.
Assume that you worked for more than 10 years or you attained the age of 58 years. Then as per the rule, you are eligible for EPF Pension.
After the calculation, assume the pension is fixed as Rs.10,000 per month. Now as of now, you are not allowed for commutation. Hence, without any other options, you have to end up with a monthly pension of Rs.12,000.
However, due to the new changes. you are now eligible for withdrawal. How much is withdrawal?
Let us consider your monthly pension is Rs.12,000 (fixed after calculation), then the commutation is allowed on 1/3 such pension of 15 years.
Hence, 1/3 of your monthly pension is Rs.4,000 (Rs.12,000/3).
Now convert the same into years=Rs.4,000*12=Rs.48,000
Now 15 years of this is Rs.48,000*15=Rs.7,20,000 is allowed for commutation. Such commutation is tax-free for you.
Once you opt for commutation, then your monthly pension will be reduced to Rs.8,000 a month rather than the initial Rs.12,000 a month.
But what will be the pension if you survive after 15 years? Once this 15 years end, then the monthly pension will be restored to Rs.12,000 per month.
In my view, YES and NO. The reason for YES are as below.
# Any pension you receive during your retirement is taxable income. However, such commutation is tax-free.
# If you use this commutation properly for reinvesting then you can generate additional income.
The reason for NO are as below.
# You end up with reduced pension after commutation for the next 15 years. This may hamper your retirement life.
# If the commutation amount is not utilized properly, then it may be a disaster during your retirement life.
Hence, rather than rejoicing on this feature, take a cautious call.
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I AM ELIGIBLE FOR EPF SUPERANNUATION PENSION.
CAN I CURRENTLY APPLY FOR EPF COMMUTATION OF ONE THIRD OF PENSION.
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Dear Anil,
The complete details are available in the above post.
Hi, Can you please clarify this commutation option is available for existing EPF members ? Which EPFO order says that it is also applicable for existing EPF members? Thank you in advance for your clarifications.
Dear Aravind,
There is no clarity in this regard. However, as per me, it is applicable to all.
Dear
I feel non commuting the pension is better financial option.
Let us think of opportunity cost for forgoing Commutation sum and get full pension.
In this case I need to forgo the return on this sum (say 7.5%) and but consider differential/additional pension one gets. (Lump Sum Plus Return Minus Additional Pension) per month).
If one factors in above two aspects the forgone commutation sum would last for less than 15 years. (say 9 years). That means one would get full pension before 15 years. Isn't it? (Plus full pension from day one till 9 years on account of non commutation.
Dear Mahesh,
What if one need of money?
Sir I am 51 now can I apply for 1/3 computation
Dear Raghul,
You are eligible to commute at the age of 58 years or once you retire.
Sir,
My quarry is ,if I am eligible to commute eps pension, my retirement is 2022 ,25 th April,I am getting pension 3525/ pm ,
If it is possible , how much convert to commutation & what amount should I
get.
Sujit.
Dear Sujit,
After commutation, it will be lesser than the actual pension. I can't say exactly.
Please let me know if the epfo commutation was allowed in August 2018 ?
Dear Sangeeta,
It is not clear about the effective date. Hence, better you be in touch with regional EPFO.
Dear Sir,
My Question is this that If any employee opted this option and after 3 years he has expired, in this case how much pension amount will be paybale to his wife or his dependents. What will be the calculation of Pension payable to his wife.
Dear Rahul,
It is as per the survival rule applicable in case of EPS.
Dear sir,
i am 61 year old and getting pension under eps95 scheame, since october 2016, can I commute my pension as per new amendment in eps1995,
Dear Surendra,
They sadly not notified the effective date or to whom it applies. Please check with regional EPFO for the same.
Dear Sir,
Very beneficial information you shared,
Can you please share any circular or gazette for "Commutation of Pension" from EPFO.
Dear Himanshu,
Refer below comments. I have already shared it.
Dear Basu, is it applicable only at the age of 58 or any age below 58 as long as other conditions are met?
Dear Anand,
It is applicable for those who are below 58 years if other conditions are met.