🛡️ NPS Calculator

Calculate NPS maturity corpus and monthly pension. Free India NPS calculator with Tier-1 account and annuity planning.

Current age

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Monthly contribution (₹)

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Expected return (%)

NPS equity fund historical avg: 10-12%

Annuity rate (%)

Minimum 40% corpus for annuity

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What is a NPS Calculator?

National Pension System (NPS) is India's government-backed retirement savings scheme open to all Indian citizens aged 18-70. NPS invests your contributions in a mix of equity, corporate bonds, and government securities managed by professional pension fund managers.

NPS offers an additional tax deduction of ₹50,000 under Section 80CCD(1B) over and above the ₹1.5 lakh 80C limit — making it one of the most tax-efficient retirement instruments. At retirement (age 60), you can withdraw 60% as a tax-free lump sum and must use at least 40% to buy an annuity for monthly pension.

How is it calculated?

NPS corpus at retirement uses SIP compounding formula:

Corpus = Monthly contribution × [(1+r)^n - 1] / r × (1+r)

Where r = monthly return rate, n = total months to age 60

At retirement:
• 60% of corpus → Tax-free lump sum withdrawal
• 40% of corpus → Mandatory annuity purchase → Monthly pension

Monthly pension = Annuity corpus × Annuity rate ÷ 12

Current annuity rates range from 5.5% to 7% depending on the annuity provider and option chosen.

How to use this calculator

1. Enter your current age — NPS matures at 60 so younger you are, the more compounding works
2. Enter monthly contribution — minimum ₹500/month for Tier-1 account
3. Set expected return — NPS equity (E) fund has historically delivered 10-12% CAGR
4. Set annuity rate — use 6% as a realistic estimate for current market
5. Calculator shows total corpus, tax-free lump sum, and estimated monthly pension

Benefits

• Extra ₹50,000 tax deduction: Under 80CCD(1B) — unique to NPS, not available for any other instrument
• Market-linked returns: Unlike EPF/PPF, NPS equity fund can deliver 10-12%+ CAGR over long term
• Flexibility: Choose your own asset allocation — up to 75% in equity till age 50
• Low cost: NPS has the lowest fund management charges in India (0.01%)
• Partial withdrawal: Up to 25% for emergencies after 3 years for specific purposes

Frequently asked questions

NPS vs EPF vs PPF — which is better?▾

All three serve different purposes. EPF is mandatory and has highest guaranteed return (8.25%). PPF is best for safe EEE investment up to ₹1.5L. NPS is best for extra ₹50,000 tax deduction and higher long-term returns via equity allocation. Use all three together for maximum retirement wealth.

What is the NPS annuity rate?▾

Annuity rates currently range from 5.5% to 7% depending on which Life Insurance Company you choose and which annuity option. Life annuity with return of purchase price is the most popular option giving your nominees the principal back.

Can I withdraw from NPS before 60?▾

Yes but with conditions. Before 60, you can withdraw only 20% as lump sum and must use 80% for annuity. After 3 years, you can withdraw 25% for education, marriage, house, or critical illness. Premature exit at 60+ allows 60% lump sum and 40% annuity.

Is NPS good for government employees?▾

Yes. Government employees get an employer contribution of 14% of basic + DA from the government which significantly boosts the NPS corpus. Many states now offer NPS in addition to or in lieu of OPS (Old Pension Scheme).

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