Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)

2017

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Who among the following can join the National Pension System (NPS)?

(a)

Resident Indian citizens only

(b)

Persons of age from 21 to 55 only

(c)

All State Government employees joining the services after the date of notification by the respective State Governments

(d)

All Central Governments Employees including those of Armed Forces joining the services on or after 1st April, 2004

Answer:

(c)

Explanation

The Central Government had introduced the National Pension System (NPS) with effect from January 1, 2004 (except for armed forces). Subsequently, various State Governments adopted this architecture and implemented NPS with effect from different dates. Eligibility – Any citizen of India, whether resident or non-resident, subject to the following conditions: Individuals who are aged between 18 – 60 years, including NRIs. www.civilsdaily.com/learn-about-national-pension-system/