It is not mandatory for central government employees under NPS to choose UPS. Also, only those employees who have completed 10 years of service are eligible for a switch.
Following the price correction, Protean is now trading at a more reasonable valuation of 33 times FY27 estimated earnings
The portion of private sector AUM that’s with NPS is expected to grow to Rs 9.12 lakh crore in the next five years with over 1.5 crore subscribers, said Bhagat.
The new NPS representative body will promote the pension scheme as a retirement product, ensure transparency and collaborate with policymakers.
Stock valuation justified by dominant market position, unique business moats, and tailwinds from digital penetration
No likelihood of offering more deductions in the future as we are moving to simplified tax regime
Section 80 CCD(1B) offers an additional deduction of Rs 50,000 – over and above the Rs 1.5-lakh section 80C limit – for investing in NPS. You can open an account online and invest before March 31 to claim these deductions.
Making a statement in both Houses of the Legislature, Shinde said, as per the decision, if employees opt for the revised pension scheme, they will get 50 per cent of their last salary as pension and dearness allowance, and 60 per cent of this amount as family pension and dearness allowance.
The changes to the NPS Trust norms simplify provisions for the appointment of trustees, their terms and conditions, holding of meetings of Board of Trustees, and appointment of NPS Trust's chief executive officer
Selecting the ‘Active’ option for long-term savings under NPS allows you to invest up to 75 percent into equities. This helps as, otherwise, the equity portion shrinks below 35 percent during your prime earning period. But exercise caution if you are nearing retirement
With those aged 18-20 focused on studying, it’s no surprise there’s not much interest in NPS subscription within this age group. To be sure, the next age group of 20-25 does have a fair number of subscribers.
Despite the COVID-19-induced gloom globally, Indian investors were in for an exciting year as stock market indices scaled fresh peaks
Maturity proceeds become entirely tax-free; Annuity income continues to be taxed, for now.
Currently, the agency commission is fixed at a low of 0.01 percent whereas the industry is demanding commission of 1 percent. .