Need quick cash without ruining your retirement? The NPS Partial Withdrawal is a designed safety valve for 2026, allowing you to access up to 25% of your own contributions tax-free. Whether it's for a child's education, a first home, or a medical emergency, you can withdraw up to three times after completing 3 years of tenure. This guide breaks down the mandatory 4-year gap rules, tax-free benefits, and the new 80/20 retirement exit flexibility to help you stay liquid while k

"Retiring in 2026? The PFRDA has flipped the script on NPS withdrawals. Private sector subscribers can now access up to 80% of their corpus as a lump sum but there is a catch. The tax rules haven't caught up, creating a potential 'tax trap' for the uninformed. This guide decodes the new 80:20 rule, explains the tax-saving power of Systematic Lump Sum Withdrawal (SLW), and clarifies the new ₹8 Lakh limit for 100% cash exits. Read on to master the 'Smart Exit'."