LIC New Pension Plus is a unit-linked pension plan (ULPP) that helps you build a retirement corpus through market-linked returns.
It provides flexibility, guaranteed income options at retirement, and the security of LIC’s brand.
You can think of it as a retirement savings plan — you invest regularly (or once), LIC invests your money in funds, and at maturity, you use the corpus to get a lifelong pension (annuity).
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Plan Type | Unit Linked, Non-Participating, Individual Pension Plan |
| Policy Term | 10 to 42 years |
| Premium Payment Option | Regular or Single premium |
| Minimum Entry Age | 25 years |
| Maximum Entry Age | 75 years |
| Minimum Vesting Age | 35 years |
| Maximum Vesting Age | 85 years |
| Minimum Premium | ₹3,000/month (regular) or ₹1,00,000 (single) |
| Fund Options | 4 types (from conservative to aggressive) |
| Partial Withdrawals | Allowed after 5 years (for special cases) |
| Switching Between Funds | Up to 4 free switches per year |
| Loan Facility | Available after 5 years |
| Fund Type | Investment Focus | Risk Level |
|---|---|---|
| Pension Bond Fund | Govt. securities, corporate bonds | Low |
| Pension Secured Fund | Mostly bonds + some equity | Low to Medium |
| Pension Balanced Fund | Balanced mix of debt & equity | Medium |
| Pension Growth Fund | Primarily equities | High |
You can choose or switch between funds as per your risk appetite.
Let’s assume:
You pay ₹50,000 every year. LIC invests it in your chosen fund.
Your money grows with the market. The fund value depends on NAV performance.
At the end of 25 years, you’ll have a retirement corpus (say ₹40–₹45 lakh, depending on fund performance).
You can:
If your fund earns an average of 8% per year:
(Actual returns depend on market performance and LIC’s declared annuity rates.)
| Benefit Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Death Benefit | Before vesting: Fund Value or 105% of premiums paid (whichever is higher) to nominee. |
| Vesting Benefit | Fund Value at maturity — can be used for annuity or partial withdrawal. |
| Switching | Up to 4 free switches between funds per year. |
| Partial Withdrawals | Allowed after 5 years for specific needs (e.g. serious illness). |
| Tax Benefits | Eligible under Sections 80CCC and 10(10A). |
| Loan Facility | Available after 5 years. |
✅ Combines investment + retirement security
✅ Market-linked returns for faster wealth growth
✅ Flexibility to choose fund type and switch anytime
✅ Guaranteed lifetime pension after vesting
✅ Partial withdrawal and loan options for emergencies
✅ Backed by LIC’s trust and long-term stability
You invest ₹50,000 per year for 25 years. LIC invests this in a fund of your choice.
At 60, you can take 60% of the money in cash and use 40% to start a monthly pension for life.
You get market growth during your career and financial security in retirement.
| Category | LIC New Pension Plus Offers |
|---|---|
| Type | Unit Linked Pension Plan (ULPP) |
| Investment | Market-based (Debt/Equity mix) |
| Returns | Depends on fund performance |
| Vesting | 35–85 years |
| Income | Lifetime pension after vesting |
| Best For | Retirement planning with growth potential |