Personal Finance Insight

Do you need NPS Vatsalya?

We explore if you require this scheme to secure your child's future

Should you invest in NPS Vatsalya?

NPS Vatsalya is the newest addition to child investment plans. A variant of the NPS (National Pension System), it allows parents to open an account in their child's name. The structure is similar to a standard NPS Tier-1 account, with the funds remaining locked until the child reaches 60. This is a key advantage of NPS Vatsalya, as it gives you ample time to reap the maximum rewards of compounding. For example, if you as a parent start contributing Rs 500 each month from the time your child is fiv

This article was originally published on November 15, 2024.

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