Contributions to the National Pension Scheme (NPS) offer various tax benefits and implications:

1. Section 80C Benefits: Contributions to NPS are eligible for tax deductions up to ₹1.5 lakh under Section 80C

2. Additional Benefits under Section 80CCD (1B): An additional deduction of ₹50,000 is available under Section 80CCD(1B)

3. Taxation of Withdrawals: Up to 60% of the corpus withdrawn at retirement is tax-free; the annuity bought on the remaining 40% is taxable as per tax slab.

By understanding these benefits and implications, you can make the most of your NPS contributions and optimize your tax savings.