NPS Scheme: Income Tax Deductions Under Section 80CCD(1B)
The NPS (National Pension System) is a retirement savings scheme. Under Section 80CCD(1B), you can save extra tax on the money you invest in NPS—on top of other deductions.
Key Points Made Simple:
What it does:
You put some money into your NPS account every year. The government lets you reduce your taxable income by the amount you invest—up to ₹50,000—using Section 80CCD(1B).
Why it matters:
It gives you extra tax savings, unlike the main deduction under Section 80CCD(1), which has lower limits. This is a bonus benefit.
Who can use it:
Any Indian taxpayer who invests in NPS. You don’t need to be a government worker.
How it stacks up:
- Section 80CCD(1): Up to 10% of your basic salary (if you’re a salaried person), or 20% of total gross income (if you’re self-employed).
- Section 80CCD(1B): Additional ₹50,000 can be claimed separately.
Simple example:
You receive a salary of ₹10 lakh per year.
You put ₹80,000 into NPS.
First, ₹50,000 is covered under Section 80CCD(1B).
Then, ₹30,000 fits within the Section 80CCD(1) limit.
Together, you save tax on the full ₹80,000 invested.
