Updated Mar 09, 2021 | 07:14 IST NPS schemes outperformed as the equity and debt schemes by all the pension fund managers gave double-digit returns in the last one year NPS schemes gave double-digit returns last year. Know about returns, taxation rules | Photo Credit: BCCL New Delhi: National Pension Scheme (NPS) is a pension fund backed by the government and regulated by PFRDA (Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority). This scheme aids in the accumulation of a retirement fund. This scheme is open to every Indian citizen those who are in the age group of 18 to 65 years. An individual of unsound mind or a current NPS holder, on the other hand, is not permitted to open a new account. As a result, an individual can only have one NPS account. Let's talk about the most recent NPS exit and withdrawal guidelines for 2021.