How can one exit from New Pension System (NPS)

If a subscriber wishes to exit from NPS before attaining the age of 60, he/she can withdraw upto 20% of the sum accumulated till that point of time. The subscriber has to buy annuity with the rest of the money. The commencement of the annuity depends on the annuity plan / scheme offered by the ASPs. If minimum contributions are not made as stipulated, the account will be frozen and can be reactivated only by paying the penalty.

If a subscriber dies before attaining the age of 60, the entire sum goes to the nominee. The beneficiary submits a withdrawal request to the associated POPSP who will enter the request in the CRA system. After the request is processed, a cheque is issued favouring the beneficiary and forwarded to the associated POP.