As informed by Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA), the number of beneficiaries above the age of 60 years, under the National Pension System (NPS) is 5,67,116. This was stated by the Union Minister of State for Finance Dr Bhagwat Kisanrao Karad in a written reply to a question in Lok Sabha today.

This includes beneficiaries who are contributing under NPS after the age of 60 years and those who have exited NPS after the age of 60 years and are receiving annuity. The State/UT-wise details are given at ANNEXURE A, the Minister stated.

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