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What is the difference in NPS benefits between voluntary retirement and resignation?

National Pension SystemNPSRule 19

Voluntary retirement (after 20 years): full NPS exit benefits — 60% lump sum and 40% annuity (or deferral). Resignation: only 20% as lump sum; 80% must go into an annuity.

Source: NPS Rule 19

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