A message is rapidly going viral on social media claiming that the retirement age for central government employees has been increased from 60 to 62 years.
It states that the Government of India has implemented a ‘Retirement Age Increase Scheme’ which will be effective from April 1, 2025.
If true, this would mean central employees could work for two extra years, providing extended service to the government.
But the question is—is this news really true?
What’s Being Claimed?
According to the viral message:
Central government employees will now retire at 62 instead of 60
The rule will be effective from April 1, 2025
The government will benefit by retaining experienced employees longer
This message is spreading widely, and many are believing it to be true.
Fact Check: What Has the Government Actually Said?
The Press Information Bureau (PIB) Fact Check team has addressed this viral post.
In an official social media post, PIB Fact Check clearly stated that:
“The claim about the government increasing the retirement age of central government employees to 62 years is completely fake. No such decision has been made by the Government of India.”
Conclusion: No Change in Retirement Age
The claim that the retirement age has been increased to 62 is false. The government has not made any such announcement, and there is no official notification or plan to implement such a scheme from April 2025.
So, if you’ve come across this message, know that it’s misleading and has no connection with official government policy.
Reminder: Always verify such viral news with official sources like PIB Fact Check to avoid confusion.
