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BCCI Pension Details: Monthly Payments to Retired Indian Cricketers in 2025

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) offers a pension scheme that financially supports retired Indian cricketers. This includes former Test players, first-class cricketers, women internationals, and other eligible retired contributors who meet certain criteria. The updated pension structure explains monthly payments across different categories, showing how the BCCI acknowledges the contributions of past players and helps secure their post-retirement lives.

Eligibility and Pension Categories

The pension program covers players who have participated in at least 25 first-class matches or Test matches before the 2003-04 season cutoff. Women cricketers with international appearances or those who retired before 2003 are also included. The pension amounts differ based on match experience and player category.

  • First-Class Players (Men, 25-49 matches, pre-2003): Existing ₹15,000/month, Increased ₹30,000/month
  • First-Class Players (Men, 50-74 matches, pre-2003): Existing ₹22,500/month, Increased ₹45,000/month
  • First-Class Players (Men, 75+ matches, pre-2003): Existing ₹30,000/month, Increased ₹52,500/month
  • Test Players (Men, previous ₹37,500): Increased to ₹60,000/month
  • Test Players (Men, previous ₹50,000): Increased to ₹70,000/month
  • Women International Players: Existing ₹30,000/month, Increased ₹52,500/month
  • First-Class Women Players (Retired pre-2003): Existing ₹22,500/month, Increased ₹45,000/month

Notable Former Players and Their Monthly Pensions

The BCCI pension supports roughly 900 individuals, including players and umpires who significantly contributed to Indian cricket. Here are some prominent names along with their pension details:

  • Sunil Gavaskar – Former Test Cricketer (75+ Tests), ₹70,000/month
  • Ajinkya Rahane – Former International Cricketer (85 Tests), ₹70,000/month
  • Kapil Dev – Former Test Cricketer (75+ Tests), ₹70,000/month
  • Sourav Ganguly – Former Test Cricketer (50–74 Tests), ₹70,000/month
  • Yuvraj Singh – Former International (ODIs only), ₹60,000/month
  • Mithali Raj – Former Women’s Cricketer, ₹52,500/month
  • Vinod Kambli – Former Test Cricketer (<25 Tests), ₹30,000/month

Individual Player Highlights

  • Vinod Kambli: Played 17 Tests and 104 ODIs; receives ₹30,000 monthly. He has previously spoken about financial difficulties, making this pension important support.
  • Mithali Raj: Leading run-scorer in women's international cricket with over 10,000 runs across formats. She receives ₹52,500 monthly as recognition for her outstanding career.
  • Yuvraj Singh: Known for his all-round skills and pivotal role in the 2011 World Cup win. With over 10,000 runs and 100 wickets, he gets ₹60,000 monthly.
  • Sourav Ganguly: Former captain and BCCI president, scored over 18,000 runs. His pension is ₹70,000 per month.
  • Kapil Dev: Iconic 1983 World Cup-winning captain with over 8,000 runs and 400 wickets. Pension stands at ₹70,000 monthly.
  • Ajinkya Rahane: Experienced middle-order batsman with 85 Tests and leadership credentials. Receives ₹70,000 monthly.
  • Sunil Gavaskar: Renowned opener with 125 Tests and more than 10,000 runs. Pension set at ₹70,000 per month.

About the BCCI Pension Scheme

The BCCI pension fund aims to reward retired players and umpires with significant contributions, such as playing five or more Test matches or having extensive first-class careers. Revised in 2022, it increased pensions substantially. Now, Test players earn between ₹60,000 and ₹70,000 monthly, while first-class players receive around ₹30,000. The scheme expresses gratitude for their dedication and service to Indian cricket.

Common Questions

  • How much is the BCCI pension? Test players get ₹60,000–₹70,000 monthly; first-class players receive ₹30,000.
  • What is MS Dhoni's pension? He receives ₹70,000 per month from the BCCI.
  • Does Vinod Kambli get a pension? Yes, he receives ₹30,000 monthly.

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