NPS: When markets play spoilsport, you can rely on safer investment options

Investment in National Pension System (NPS) makes you eligible for an extra  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>50,000 tax exemption over and above the limit of  <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>1.5 lakh given under section 80C

NPS Tier II: When a retirement fund works like an investment scheme too

Just as in a mutual fund, one can diversify their investment in NPS across asset classes — equities, government securities, corporate debentures &amp; alternative investment securities

NPS guaranteed return scheme likely to be rolled out in September

Once this is launched, subscribers will be given an option to choose the minimum assured option just as auto &amp; active choice

Can the current market fall jeopardise your retirement planning?

Substantial fall in market indices should induce you to relook at your allocation. We shed light on the impact of market fall on the retirement fund and the suggested plan of action

EPF vs NPS: Which one is most appropriate for you?

NPS profits are market-linked and hence subject to risk, but EPF returns are guaranteed by the government, making it a far safer investment alternative. Let us know them in detail.

Return on NPS schemes: Investment in equity outperforms others

We compare returns given by NPS funds’ allocation to equity with those of other asset classes such as govt bonds, alternative assets &amp; fixed income instruments

National Pension System: NPS schemes to now indicate risk profiles, report says

Pension funds to now assign a risk level for their various pension schemes depending on the scheme characteristics. 

Pension funds to now assign a risk level for their various pension schemes depending on the scheme characteristics.&nbsp;

How to make NPS death claims in case of nil or invalid nomination

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The nominee to the NPS corpus can claim the amount on the subscriber’s death. However, in case of nomination details are not specified, the claimant(s) must prove themselves as the legal heir(s) of the entire corpus or annuity as desired.&nbsp;

5 reasons why regardless of high rate of interest, NPS may not be for you

National Pension System (NPS) is an affordable, long-term retirement savings instrument that provides retirement income. We dig deeper to find who should not invest in this pension scheme

Should you opt for pension-cum-insurance products? An explainer

Pension cum insurance products do not serve their purpose as the name suggests. Investors must look for alternate options that would serve their purpose better. 

Pension cum insurance products do not serve their purpose as the name suggests. Investors must look for alternate options that would serve their purpose better.&nbsp;

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NPS: When markets play spoilsport, you can rely on safer investment options

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