FAQ: Which NHS pension tier am I in?
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Find out which NHS Pension Scheme tier you belong on with our summary tables.
GP pension tiers in England and Wales 2026/7
From 1 April 2026, the tiered contribution ranges to work out the contribution rate a member pays for membership of the Scheme are changing.
The new ranges are:
| Pensionable pay ranges from 1 April 2026 | Contribution rates from 1 April 2026 |
|---|---|
| Up to £13,259 | 5.2% |
| £13,260 to £28,854 | 6.5% |
| £28,855 to £35,155 | 8.3% |
| £35,156 to £52,778 | 9.8% |
| £52,779 to £67,668 | 10.7% |
| £67,669 and above | 12.5% |
Source: NHSBA
GP pension tiers in England and Wales 2025/6
The old tiers were:
| Pensionable pay ranges from 1 April 2025 | Contribution rates from 1 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Up to £13,259 | 5.2% |
| £13,260 to £27,797 | 6.5% |
| £27,798 to £33,868 | 8.3% |
| £33,869 to £50,845 | 9.8% |
| £50,846 to £65,190 | 10.7% |
| £65,191 and above | 12.5% |
Source: NHSBA
GP locums in Scotland
Unfortunately LocumDeck does not currently support Scottish GP pension forms.
Although the NHS pension scheme is complex, the benefits are still seen as excellent. So it’s worth taking a little time to understand it and get the paperwork right – and we’re here to help.
"NASGP came along way before people understood the need for sessional and small group practices to be valued by the system. On joining as a single-handed GP many years ago, I was welcomed into the team by initially wrote a few blogs for the organisation, which followed my understanding of yet another NHS reorganisation. It was only due to the vision and drive of Richard, your founder, that NASGP survived the large practice dominance. The inception of being a portal for the needs of GP locums was a masterstroke. Those who knew about it quickly realised the true meaning of networking. So here we are many years down the line and in footballing terminology NASGP now play in the Premier League.
"Well done to all as this is a just reward for the loyalty, dedication and hard work of your team. I have fond memories of working with NASGP and would urge every practice, large or small, to join this organisation, there are only gains and no losses."
Dr Tony Hall-Jones, retired GP
