More tax savings from NPS in Budget 2024? Expect employer's share to rise to 12%, additional Rs 50,000 NPS deduction in new tax regime

NPS changes in Budget 2024: Currently, the deduction in respect of the employer’s contribution (capped at 10%) to NPS is allowed under both the old tax regime and the new tax regime. The government may consider at increasing this limit to 12% (aligned with the exemption of employer’s PF contribution up to 12%). Another proposal is to introduce the additional deduction of Rs 50,000 under the new tax regime. Will Budget 2024 make NPS and new tax regime more attractive for investors? Read on