06.05.2026 13:34
With the 4-month inflation rate, a 14.64% increase for the minimum pension has been confirmed, and if the 6-month inflation reaches 18.5%, the minimum pension is expected to rise to approximately 23,700 TL; the exact figure will be finalized on July 3.
As July approaches, both the holiday bonus and salary raise for retirees are at the top of the agenda. Together with the data announced by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TurkStat), the 4-month inflation difference has become clear.
14.64% RAISE ALREADY GUARANTEED
Based on the inflation data for January (4.84%), February (2.96%), March (1.94%), and April (4.18%), a raise of 14.64% has been finalized for SSK and Bağ-Kur retirees. This rate forms the base of the salary increase to be made in July.
6-MONTH INFLATION EXPECTATION AT 18.5%
According to a report in Sabah newspaper, the results of the Central Bank's Market Participants Survey indicate that the raise rate could increase further. If economists' inflation estimates of 1.82% for May and 1.52% for June are realized, the total 6-month inflation difference will reach 18.5%.
ESTIMATED SALARY TABLE EMERGES
According to the 18.5% raise scenario, retiree salaries are expected to rise to the following levels:
- A retiree receiving 20,000 TL: 23,700 TL
- A retiree receiving 25,000 TL: 29,625 TL
- A retiree receiving 30,000 TL: 35,550 TL
BASE SALARY AND MINIMUM PENSION ADJUSTMENT ON THE AGENDA
The increase to be made in July will cover not only base salaries but also supplementary payments. The government's agenda includes a reorganization of the minimum retiree pension. With the 6-month inflation rate being clarified, the minimum pension is expected to be increased accordingly.
CRITICAL DATE: JULY 3
The exact raise rate for retirees will become clear with the June inflation data to be announced on July 3. Following this date, with legal adjustments, it is planned for the new salaries to be deposited into accounts.