Self-employed individuals who contribute to the NPS Tier 1 can enjoy the following tax benefits on their own contributions:
You can claim a tax deduction of up to 20% of your gross income under Section 80 CCD(1), which falls within the overall limit of Rs. 1.50 lakh as specified under Section 80 CCE.
In addition to this, you are eligible for a tax deduction of up to ₹50,000 under Section 80 CCD(1B), which is over and above the overall limit of Rs. 1.50 lakh mentioned in Section 80 CCE."
0