Planning for a secure retirement is crucial, especially for individuals approaching 60. In India, various government and private pension schemes provide financial security and predictable income. This article explores key pension plans, including those from the government and insurance companies, to help you make an informed decision.
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Some of the 60 year pension schemes are as follows:
Target: ULIPs offer both insurance and investment, with part of the premium invested in market-linked funds.
Benefits:
This pension plan can help build a retirement corpus with the potential for higher returns over time.
Tax benefits are available under Section 80C for premiums paid.
On maturity, a lump sum or periodic pension payments can be opted for, helping manage post-retirement needs.
Target: Annuity plans provide regular income (monthly, quarterly, or yearly) for life after retirement. They offer life cover, ensuring the nominee gets the sum assured in case of the policyholder’s death.
Benefits:
You can choose between immediate annuities (start instantly) or deferred ones (begin after a waiting period).
Income remains fixed, protecting against market risks and offering stability.
Plans may have options for joint life cover, benefiting both spouses.
Target: These plans offer both pension income and life insurance protection. The premiums build a retirement corpus, which later provides regular payouts.
Benefits:
In case of death, the nominee receives the sum assured or the fund value.
They offer tax benefits under Sections 80C and Section 10(10D).
Some plans allow customization of payout modes, such as monthly or lump sum withdrawals.
Eligibility: Citizens aged 60+ belonging to Below Poverty Line (BPL) households are eligible for this 60-year pension scheme.
Benefits:
₹200 per month for individuals aged 60-79.
₹500 per month for individuals aged 80+.
Direct credit of pension to bank accounts.
Contribution: 100% central government-funded, with some states offering additional contributions.
Eligibility: Citizens aged 60 years and above.
Features:
A guaranteed pension with a 7.4% interest rate per annum (2023).
An investment cap of ₹15 lakh per individual.
Option for monthly, quarterly, or annual payouts.
Managed exclusively by LIC, the scheme provides assured returns for 10 years.
Eligibility: Applicable to individuals in the organized sector with at least 10 years of service.
Features:
Pension begins at 58 years; early pension at 50 years with reduced benefits.
Lifelong pension for the employee and a continuation of pension for dependents after the pensioner’s death.
Features: Open to citizens between 18-70 years. Contributions are invested in a mix of equity and government bonds, providing market-linked returns.
Payout: At 60, 60% of the corpus can be withdrawn tax-free, with the rest used to buy an annuity for regular income.
Tax Benefit: Up to ₹2 lakh under Sections 80C and Section 80CCD(1B).
Target: Designed for unorganized sector workers aged 18-40 years.
Payout: Offers fixed pensions of ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 per month post-retirement.
Government Contribution: For early enrollees, the government co-contributes 50% of the premium for five years.
Tax Benefits: Contributions are eligible for deduction under Section 80C.
Features: Long-term savings scheme offering guaranteed returns.
Payout: Lump-sum withdrawal at maturity with tax-free returns.
Interest Rate: Subject to periodic revisions, the PPF interest rate is 7.1% for Q3 of FY 2024-25.
You should consider the following key factors when you choose a pension plan for retirement at 60 years:
Risk Appetite: Government schemes like NPS offer balanced growth, while private plans like ULIPs involve higher risk due to equity investments.
Tax Benefits: NPS and APY provide generous deductions, while PPF ensures tax-free returns.
Payout Flexibility: Private insurers often provide more options for receiving pension payouts, such as monthly or annual instalments.
Longevity Risk Management: Plans with lifetime annuities (e.g., LIC New Jeevan Shanti) ensure income even if you live longer than expected.
Choosing the right pension plan requires evaluating your financial goals, risk tolerance, and life expectancy. Government schemes like NPS and APY provide stability and tax benefits but may lack flexibility. On the other hand, ULIP-based pension plans and annuity plans with life cover offer comprehensive solutions with growth potential, insurance coverage, and regular income for life.
†Policybazaar does not endorse, rate or recommend any particular insurer or insurance product offered by any insurer. This list of plans listed here comprise of insurance products offered by all the insurance partners of Policybazaar. The sorting is based on past 10 years’ fund performance (Fund Data Source: Value Research). For a complete list of insurers in India refer to the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India website, www.irdai.gov.in
*All savings are provided by the insurer as per the IRDAI approved insurance
plan.
^The tax benefits under Section 80C allow a deduction of up to ₹1.5 lakhs from the taxable income per year and 10(10D) tax benefits are for investments made up to ₹2.5 Lakhs/ year for policies bought after 1 Feb 2021. Tax benefits and savings are subject to changes in tax laws.
+Returns Since Inception of LIC Growth Fund
¶Long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax (12.5%) is exempted on annual premiums up to 2.5 lacs.
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^^The information relating to mutual funds presented in this article is for educational purpose only and is not meant for sale. Investment is subject to market risks and the risk is borne by the investor. Please consult your financial advisor before planning your investments.
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