In Ukraine, high pensions will be reduced from 2026: new rules for millions.

According to ТСН: Starting from January 1, 2026, the government is introducing limits for certain categories of pensioners whose payments exceed the legally defined amount.

According to information from the Pension Fund, the reduction will only affect the part of the pension that exceeds 10 subsistence minimums for non-working individuals, which in 2026 will amount to UAH 25,950.

The new rules are as follows:

• 10–11 subsistence minimums — 50% of the excess

• 11–13 subsistence minimums — 40%

• 13–17 subsistence minimums — 30%

• 17–21 subsistence minimum — 20%

• over 21 subsistence minimum — 10%.

At the same time, the main amount of the pension will remain unchanged, and the reduction will only concern the part that exceeds the specified threshold.

Earlier, it was reported that Ukrainians could lose up to 50% of their pension after the indexing process.

These changes, although aimed at optimizing pension expenses, have raised concerns among pensioners. Many of them are already living on the edge of poverty, so any savings could significantly affect their well-being. Further discussions on pension reform are likely to remain relevant in society.