FAQ: Which NHS pension tier am I in?
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
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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.
"I really like LocumDeck. Before, I was doing everything myself. It was a nightmare! Keeping a record of who has paid, chasing them – with LocumDeck, all that goes away. All you have to do is just book your sessions and work.
Doing remote sessions through LocumDeck has also been a very nice experience. The practices assign the patients very thoughtfully, considering the limitation of remote consultation, and I have developed a very good working relationships with them."
Dr Vin Ojha, GP, Stoke-on-Trent
