When India is moving forward with the aim of becoming a developed economy by 2047, there is a very important issue on which there has been little talk till now – retirement security. Today, pension assets in India are only around 14% of GDP, which is much lower than many comparable countries. Union Budget 2026 is a big opportunity for the government to take India towards a “pensioned society” by strengthening the National Pension System (NPS). In this video we will discuss what major changes are possible regarding NPS in Budget 2026. Why withdrawal of extra tax incentive for self-employed people is necessary, how mandatory NPS contribution can become a bigger social safety net for gig workers, and why it is necessary to rethink the ₹7.5 lakh cap on employer contribution. We will also learn how making NPS tie-up mandatory for private companies and facilitating easy transfer between EPF-NPS can change retirement planning. If you are salaried, self-employed or part of the gig economy, then this video is very important for your future financial security. NPS is not just a pension scheme but can become the basis of India’s long-term economic strength.
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