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PFRDA revises NPS scheme naming rules for subscribers

2026-11-04 · 1 source · Business Standard Finance

In short

PFRDA has changed the naming rules for NPS schemes. PoPs will now have to show schemes from all pension funds in the risk category chosen by the subscriber.

This matters for NPS investors because it changes how they see and compare scheme options before choosing one.

What the reporting says

PFRDA revised NPS scheme naming rules and will require Points of Presence to show schemes from all pension funds within a subscriber’s chosen risk category. The change is intended to make scheme display more uniform for investors selecting NPS options through PoPs.

Why it matters

PFRDA revised the NPS scheme naming rules and will require PoPs to display schemes from all pension funds within a subscriber’s chosen risk category. The change affects how NPS options are shown to investors and may make comparison easier within each risk bucket. The reported impact is on subscribers, PoPs and pension-fund scheme presentation.

Touches: Markets, Government, Mutual Funds

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