Title: Official Clarification: Pension Increase Reports Dismissed as False, Focus on Service Delivery Reaffirmed
In an official statement, Iran’s National Retirement Fund has moved to quell widespread speculation regarding a significant, imminent increase in retiree pensions, strongly denying the accuracy of recent media reports.
Rumor vs. Reality
Recent days saw numerous media outlets and social media channels circulating claims of a second phase of pension adjustments, suggesting increases ranging from five to eight million tomans for retirees, reportedly set to begin in the Iranian month of Azar. These reports had generated considerable discussion and concern among the retiree community regarding their financial status.
The National Retirement Fund has now issued a definitive denial. In its official announcement, the Fund stated, “No decision has been made regarding an increase in retirees’ pensions based on the mentioned figures and timeline.” The public relations department of the Fund has categorically labeled the news as a baseless rumor.
Current Institutional Focus
The Fund has clarified that its current operational priority is the acceleration of pension processing for new retirees, with a specific emphasis on those from the education sector. According to the Fund, 90% of the pension orders and payments for retired teachers were finalized in the month of Mehr.
Experts within the Fund emphasized that its primary objective is to ensure the timely disbursement of legally mandated pensions and benefits. They warned that the circulation of unsubstantiated rumors about astronomical salary figures creates unnecessary anxiety and confusion among retirees.
Adherence to Official Channels
Reiterating its commitment to transparent communication, the National Retirement Fund stressed that any official information concerning changes to pensions, benefits, and services will be disseminated exclusively through its formal channels.
These official channels are:
- The General Department of Public Relations and International Affairs of the Fund.
- The official website of the Fund: www.cspf.ir
Retirees are strongly advised to rely solely on these authoritative sources for news related to their pensions and benefits to avoid misinformation.
Summary of Pension Increase Status
| Retiree Category | Rumored Increase (5-8 Million Tomans) | Actual Status | Official Source for Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Retirees | Circulated in media | Formally Denied | Fund’s Public Relations |
| Education Sector Retirees | Circulated in media | Payments for Mehr finalized | Official Website (www.cspf.ir) |
| New Retirees | Circulated on social media | No decision made | General Dept. of Public Relations |
Commitment to Digital Service Enhancement
In a related development, the Fund announced the launch of a new version of its official “Saba App” service application. Amirhossein Ghazvini, Director General of the Office of Planning and Organizational Transformation, stated that this update, which includes a digital version of the retiree identification card (Manezat), is part of ongoing efforts to expand non-attendance services and increase retiree satisfaction.
This digital initiative is designed to facilitate easier access to identification and reduce the need to carry a physical card, aligning with the Fund’s broader strategy of service digitalization and enhancing the welfare of its beneficiaries. The new app version is now accessible via the Cafe Bazaar platform and the Fund’s official website.