New NPS partial withdrawal rules: How National Pension System rules work, reasons, limits, when to opt for them and more FAQs answered
Last Update Date: 06-10-2026
Published by The Times of India
Abhishek Kumar's role: Quoted
Abhishek Kumar said partial withdrawals from NPS are tax-exempt, and advised keeping a separate emergency fund and adequate health cover so that early withdrawals are not needed.
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The Times of India explains the NPS partial withdrawal rules that took effect in February 2024. It covers the 25% limit on own contributions, the permitted reasons, the cap of three withdrawals with gaps between them, the process, tax treatment and when it makes sense to withdraw.
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New NPS partial withdrawal rules: How National Pension System rules work, reasons, limits, when to opt for them and more FAQs answered