A senior economist from the Department of Human Resources Management at a major Russian university spoke to a news outlet to clarify upcoming pension changes. The message is that starting May 1, some pensioners in Russia will see increases to their monthly payments.
The expert notes that the group most likely to benefit includes seniors who are 80 years old or older. In that segment, a typical monthly enhancement is highlighted as a surcharge of 7.5 thousand rubles for those who have reached the 80-year threshold.
The explanation offered is practical: the Social Fund already holds the necessary data on pensioners, which means most people will not need to file an extra application to receive the increased payments. This rule applies to pensioners who retired in January or who provided a record of service length for verification.
At the same time, the specialist stresses the importance of notifying the fund if new dependents are added to a pensioner’s household. In such cases, there is a right to receive additional payments, and promptly reporting dependents ensures that the beneficiary receives all eligible sums.
Earlier discussions indicated that there are several paths for both working and non-working pensioners to raise their pensions. One option is to contact the Social Fund to recalculate benefits, which can reflect changes in earnings, work history, or family circumstances that affect pension levels. This recalculation process is designed to align monthly payments with the current situation of the retiree, potentially increasing the amount received each month. Attribution: Social Fund authorities provide the data and oversee recalculation procedures, as reported by the relevant government agencies.