🚨 Major Overhaul in NPS Rules Effective October 2025 🚨
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The National Pension System (NPS) has introduced several key reforms, giving investors more flexibility and control over their retirement planning:
- 100% Equity Allocation – Non-government subscribers can now invest their entire NPS corpus in equities (higher risk, higher growth potential).
- Multiple Schemes under One PRAN – Mix and match different schemes across CRAs for better portfolio diversification.
- 15-Year Exit Option – Exit permitted after a minimum 15-year lock-in, offering more liquidity.
- Revised CRA Charges – Updated service charges for account management.
- More Flexible Withdrawals (Proposed) – Higher lump sum withdrawal, lower mandatory annuity purchase.
🔍 Why it matters: These reforms make NPS a more dynamic retirement tool, aligning it with global pension practices while giving investors flexibility based on their risk appetite and financial goals.
💡 Takeaway: If you are an NPS subscriber (or planning to be one), review your portfolio allocation and understand the new options before making changes.
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