Contribution to the NPS remains one of the few tax-saving options available under both the old and the new tax regimes, though the benefits are higher in the old regime.

As the financial year ends on March 31, 2026, taxpayers under the old regime must urgently complete investments in instruments like PPF, ELSS, and NPS to claim deductions up to Rs 2 lakh.

The Finance Ministry has extended the income tax benefits that are currently available under the National Pension System (NPS) to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) as well. This means that central ...

Subscribers of PPF, SSY, and NPS schemes must complete all financial year-end compliances and investments by March 31. To avoid account inactivation and maintain tax benefits, ensure minimum deposits ...

But there is another layer that deserves attention: starting early with a disciplined investment route that can also support your tax planning. That is where the NPS Vatsalya scheme becomes relevant.

As the financial year 2025-26 draws to a close, taxpayers must complete key tasks by March 31, 2026, to optimize tax savings and prevent penalties.

In India, there are many options under the tax laws that offer deductions and exemptions to reduce taxable income, such as ...

For taxpayers who opted for the old tax regime, the weeks before March 31 are the last opportunity to make eligible tax-saving investments. Certain government-backed schemes require a minimum annual ...