BCCI Pension List 2025: Monthly Payments to Retired Indian Cricketers

BCCI Pension List 2025: Monthly Payments for Retired Indian Cricketers

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) supports retired cricketers through a pension scheme that provides financial assistance based on their contributions and match appearances. This pension helps former players maintain stability after their playing careers end, recognizing their long-term service to Indian cricket.

Understanding the Pension Scheme

The pension plan covers retired Test players, first-class cricketers, women internationals, and other eligible retirees who meet specific match criteria before the 2003-04 cutoff. Payments vary by category and number of matches played. The latest revision increased pension amounts significantly, reflecting the board's commitment to honoring its former stars.

BCCI Pension Categories and Amounts

• First-Class Players (Men, 25-49 matches, pre-2003): ₹30,000 per month (increased from ₹15,000)
• First-Class Players (Men, 50-74 matches, pre-2003): ₹45,000 per month (up from ₹22,500)
• First-Class Players (Men, 75+ matches, pre-2003): ₹52,500 per month (previously ₹30,000)
• Test Players (Men, previous ₹37,500): ₹60,000 per month
• Test Players (Men, previous ₹50,000): ₹70,000 per month
• Women International Players: ₹52,500 per month (raised from ₹30,000)
• First-Class Women Players (Retired pre-2003): ₹45,000 per month (up from ₹22,500)

Notable Pension Recipients and Their Details

• Sunil Gavaskar: Former Test cricketer with over 75 Tests, receives ₹70,000 monthly.Matches Played: 125 Tests, 108 ODIsRemarks: Among top pension recipients.
• Ajinkya Rahane: Former international cricketer with 85 Tests, gets ₹70,000 monthly.Matches Played: 85 Tests, 90 ODIs, 20 T20IsRemarks: Known for leadership and grit abroad.
• Kapil Dev: Legendary all-rounder and 1983 World Cup-winning captain, awarded ₹70,000 monthly.Matches Played: 131 Tests, 225 ODIsRemarks: Historic World Cup captain.
• Sourav Ganguly: Former India captain and ex-BCCI President, receives ₹70,000 monthly.Matches Played: 113 Tests, 311 ODIsRemarks: Outstanding batsman and administrator.
• Yuvraj Singh: Former international cricketer known for 2011 World Cup heroics, receives ₹60,000 monthly.Matches Played: 40 Tests, 304 ODIs, 58 T20IsRemarks: 2011 World Cup Player of the Tournament.
• Mithali Raj: Former women's captain and leading run-scorer, awarded ₹52,500 monthly.Matches Played: 12 Tests, 232 ODIs, 89 T20IsRemarks: All-time leading women's international run scorer.
• Vinod Kambli: Former Test cricketer with fewer than 25 Tests, gets ₹30,000 monthly.Matches Played: 17 Tests, 104 ODIsRemarks: Has spoken publicly about financial difficulties.

Who Qualifies for the BCCI Pension?

The scheme benefits around 900 former cricketers and umpires who made significant contributions to Indian cricket. Eligibility depends on factors like the number of first-class or Test matches played and retirement date. The pension is a way for BCCI to show gratitude for their years of service.

How Much Do Cricketers Receive?

Test players can earn between ₹60,000 and ₹70,000 monthly, while first-class players receive at least ₹30,000. Women international players and first-class women players have pensions ranging from ₹45,000 to ₹52,500 per month. These figures were boosted in 2022, doubling previous amounts in many cases.

FAQs About the BCCI Pension

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