New NPS withdrawal plan: Retirement Income Scheme offers an orderly exit, but no return guaranteeThe Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has introduced the Retirement Income Scheme (RIS) under NPS, allowing retiree...
01 Jun, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
NPS Swasthya: A cushion, not fill-in, for health coverCan the NPS Swasthya scheme be an effective substitute for a comprehensive health insurance plan that covers hospitalisation and related ex...
06 May, 2026, 04.12 PM IST
Choosing the right NPS annuity: Why expenses, behaviour, and risk tolerance matter for retirement incomeThe National Pension System's exit rule eased, allowing more flexibility with annuity purchases. Retirees must carefully decide how much to...
20 Apr, 2026, 06.30 AM IST
Think your NPS saving is enough for retirement? Watch out for this common mistake that could derail your financial plansMany investors overlook their National Pension System, assuming retirement plans are on track. However, a 'set and forget' approach can lea...
08 Apr, 2026, 02.50 PM IST
NPS exit rules explained: 5 situations when non-govt subscribers can withdraw 80% lump sumNPS reforms now allow non-government subscribers to withdraw up to 80% of their corpus under various conditions, a significant increase fro...
25 Dec, 2025, 09.35 AM IST
NPS Overhaul: From lower annuitisation and extended investment timelines to flexible withdrawals how new changes have made NPS more investor-friendlyLower annuitisation, extended investment timelines and flexible withdrawals have made NPS more investor-friendly.
22 Dec, 2025, 06.30 AM IST
'Clear exit rules will encourage NPS participation': Finance MinistryNew rules for the National Pension System offer more flexibility. Subscribers can now withdraw their entire pension wealth in a lump sum if...
20 Dec, 2025, 12.57 AM IST
How NPS transformed in 2025: 80% withdrawals, 100% equity, and everything else that made it a future ready retirement planning toolThe National Pension System has undergone one of its biggest transformations in 2025, with flexible withdrawals, expanded investment option...
19 Dec, 2025, 07.51 AM IST
EPF vs PPF vs NPS: Which retirement investment works best for you?Planning for retirement can feel overwhelming with so many options available. This guide breaks down India's three most popular retirement ...
10 Dec, 2025, 05.06 PM IST
Early NPS exit in 15 Years and greater flexibility for withdrawals, suggests draft proposal from PFRDAPFRDA's draft proposal introduces significant changes to the National Pension System (NPS), allowing subscribers to exit after 15 years and...
29 Sep, 2025, 05.17 PM IST
Should parents invest in NPS Vatsalya for children? Check how it compares to other schemesET Wealth reached out to experts to know whether one should consider this scheme and how it compares with other options. Here’s what they h...
23 Sep, 2024, 06.30 AM IST
Get 60% higher pension by delaying your NPS exit by 5 years; know how NPS continuity and deferment options can help youNPS exit: Many people who have not saved enough for retirement income in NPS they need to know about the options they have at the time of e...
25 Jun, 2024, 07.15 PM IST
Types of NPS accounts: 4 differences between NPS Tier 1 and Tier 2 accountsThe NPS, a government pension scheme, offers Tier I and Tier II accounts with different functions. Tier I is for retirement planning with w...
06 Jun, 2024, 01.54 PM IST
NPS partial withdrawal rules 2024: 7 instances when you can apply for partial withdrawal from NPS corpusNPS partial withdrawal rules: NPS is a market-linked defined contribution scheme that helps you save for retirement. The scheme is simple, ...
21 May, 2024, 04.29 PM IST
NPS or retirement funds? Comparison of asset allocation, taxation, cost and liquidityThe NPS follows an asset allocation-based approach. It offers subscribers the choice of two investing modes—active and auto. With retiremen...
02 Oct, 2023, 06.30 AM IST
NPS withdrawal rule set to change: Soon you can opt for periodic withdrawal instead of lump sumAt present, once an NPS subscriber turns 60, she can withdraw up to 60 per cent of the retirement corpus as a lump sum. Now, PFRDA is plann...
07 Jun, 2023, 05.46 PM IST
Systematic lump sum withdrawal from NPS: PFRDA releases exposure draftPFRDA has suggested in a exposure draft (issued on September 29, 2022) on Introduction of Systematic Lump sum Withdrawal (SLW) for the bene...
01 Oct, 2022, 11.33 AM IST