New Delhi, Oct. 10 -- HDFC Pension Fund Management's 2nd edition of the National Pension System Preference Index Study 2026 looked at consumer outlook on retirement planning and the NPS.

It found that preference for NPS among Indians has risen to 57 (out of 100), up three points from the inaugural 2023 reading of 54; and surveyed Indians preferred it as an instrument for retirement planning.

The study surveyed 1,812 consumers aged between 30-55 years, to understand their outlook towards retirement and financial preparedness at key life stages and track the change in preference for NPS over the last three years.

As per the report, emergency preparedness is gaining ground, though medical costs continue to lead; and retirement competes wi...