According to updates, all pension-related formalities will now be conducted online through an online portal with the aim of cutting down delays as well as reducing paperwork.

As per the official notice, retired government officials will need to provide eight vital documents via the new system. These are photocopies of their national identity card, service record and retirement papers. For family pension applicants, a different list of necessary documents has also been released.

In an effort to streamline the process, the Punjab Finance Department has eliminated many of the documents that were previously required. These include the "No Inquiry Certificate," "No Demand Certificate," and "Audit Para Certificate," which are no longer necessary to submit a pension application. The same applies to the succession certificate for family pension applications.

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This online pension scheme will accelerate the processing of cases and diminish paperwork, finally lightening the load on pensioners and making the department more efficient. Government departments have been instructed to adhere to certain guidelines so that pension claims are processed rapidly and in a timely manner.

Authorities say this change is a part of the general Punjab government initiative to render governance more transparent, accessible, and citizen-centric. The decision also comes as a landmark development for the province s ongoing digitalization process, allowing for quicker delivery of public services and less red tape.

Authorities stated that the new system will bring huge relief to the pensioners of Punjab by guaranteeing them their legitimate dues on time, with less procedural complexity.