Atal Pension Yojana extension ensures monthly pension for informal sector

Exam-focused facts from the 23 January 2026 current affairs briefing.

Key facts

The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) till 2030-31.
The scheme provides a guaranteed monthly pension of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 from age 60 based on contributions.
Government funding continues for outreach, development work and gap funding to keep the scheme financially viable.
As of January 19, 2026, more than 8.66 crore people have enrolled under APY.