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ICICI Bank National Pension Scheme (NPS)

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ICICI Bank National Pension Scheme (NPS) can help you make contributions for your retirement so that when you retire you can withdraw a lump sum amount Read more...and can also purchase an annuity.

NPS is a Central Government’s initiative, which can help you make your post-retirement life financially secure. One of the prominent points of presence (POP) of NPS in India is ICICI Bank.

Investments in NPS are market-linked, which means that you can accumulate a sizeable fund through regular contributions over a long period of time. Read less


The ICICI Bank National Pension Scheme (NPS) is meant to help you save for your retirement. NPS is actually a Central Government’s scheme, which is governed by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA).

ICICI Bank is one of the leading points of presence (POP) for NPS. It has a branch network across India and a dedicated NPS team in each state. Hence, if you want to invest in NPS, you can consider opening an account with ICICI Bank.

When you open an ICICI Bank NPS account, you will be able to make investments in market-linked instruments. Hence, over the years, you will be able to accumulate a significant corpus for your retirement. The way it works is this: you open an NPS account with ICICI Bank and make regular contributions till you reach the age of 60. Once you turn 60, you can withdraw up to 60% of your fund’s value and you can purchase an annuity with the remaining amount, which will allow you to get a pension.

How to Open an NPS Account in ICICI Bank? 

You can open an NPS account through any bank that is registered with the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA). ICICI Bank is one such bank. To open an NPS account with ICICI Bank, you must be an Indian citizen between the ages of 18 and 70.

Offline Investment in ICICI Bank NPS: If you want to open an NPS account with ICICI Bank offline, you can visit one of its registered branches, which should be a “Point of Presence Service Provider” for making an offline investment. So, you should try to find out such a branch in your vicinity. Remember to bring the necessary KYC documents to the branch and get an NPS registration form. You need to provide all the required details in the form and send it along with a copy of the KYC documents. To start an NPS account, you need to make the first deposit. ICICI Bank will create your NPS account after it confirms your registration form and documentation.

Online Investment in ICICI Bank NPS: You can open an NPS account with ICICI Bank online through its mobile app or netbanking. If you want to use the mobile app, you will have to first download the “ICICI Bank iMobile Pay app.” Then, you need to select the “Invest and Insure Instant NPS” option. After that, you must provide all the necessary details pertaining to your investment, your name, and nominee details. The app will also ask you to upload your photograph and signature. Finally, you have to confirm all the details and then submit. Alternatively, you can go to netbanking to open an NPS account with ICICI Bank. First, you need to access ICICI Bank Netbanking. Then, you should select the “Investments and Insurance” option. After that, click on “National Pension System.” Now, you will have to provide the same details you provided while using the mobile app (personal & nominee details and investment, etc.). At the end, you have to confirm your details and submit them.

Having explained how to open an NPS account in ICICI Bank, let us move further on this topic.

Key Considerations When Opening an NPS Account with ICICI Bank

Before opening an ICICI Bank National Pension Scheme (NPS) account, you should consider the factors explained below:

Type of National Pension Scheme Account: While opening an NPS account with ICICI Bank, you will have the option to open only a Tier I account or a Tier I account along with a Tier II account. Needless to say, your decision should be based on your requirements. When you open an NPS account, it is mandatory to open a Tier I account, but it is optional to open a Tier II account. A Tier I account allows you to save for the long-term; however, you cannot withdraw your funds from a Tier I account until you reach the age of 60, with certain exceptions. But, you can withdraw your funds from a Tier II account whenever you want.

Tax Advantages: You can get an annual tax deduction of up to ₹ 1.5 lakh for contributing to a Tier I NPS account under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act. Further, you can avail of another annual tax deduction of ₹ 50,000 for contributing to a Tier I account under Section 80CCD(1B). However, no tax benefits or deductions are available for contributing to a Tier II account.

Minimum Contribution Requirement: You need to make a minimum deposit of ₹ 500 to open an NPS Tier I account. After opening an account, you have to make a minimum investment of ₹ 1,000 per month to keep it active. Meanwhile, to open a Tier II account, you must make a minimum deposit of ₹ 1,000. Post that, you need to make a minimum deposit of ₹ 250 every financial year to keep the account active. 

Scheme Duration: Investments in a Tier 1 NPS account are for the long-term. This is because you cannot withdraw your contributions to a Tier I account before turning 60 years of age. However, you can make a partial withdrawal from a Tier 1 account after the account is 3 years old for specific reasons, such as the higher education of your spouse, children, or self.

Investment Choices Available: You have two investment choices when you open an ICICI Bank NPS Account. The first is “Auto Choice.” Under this option, you choose your risk profile (aggressive, moderate, or conservative). Based on your choice, investment is made automatically in funds. The second is “Active Choice,” which gives you the option to invest in different kinds of funds - Asset Class C, E, & G. In Asset Class C, investments are made in fixed income instruments apart from government securities. In Asset Class E, investments are mostly made in equity market instruments. In Asset Class G, investments are made in government securities.

Apart from considering the factors explained above, you should also learn how to use an NPS calculator, which can tell you how much lump sum amount and how much pension you will receive from your NPS account.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are partial withdrawals from NPS tax-free?

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Yes, partial withdrawals from an NPS account are tax-free, but up to a certain amount, which depends upon the purpose and the amount of a withdrawal.

How are annuities taxed in NPS?

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The annuities that you receive under the NPS are taxed based on your tax slab.

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