State Pension rules are the same across Scotland and the rest of the UK. You can check your forecast and National Insurance record online through the official GOV.UK ‘Check your State Pension forecast’ service, using a Government Gateway account. Your forecast is an estimate based on your record and may show whether adding qualifying years could increase your entitlement, but paying voluntary contributions is not always worthwhile. For help with gaps or contribution decisions, contact the Future Pension Centre or check the guidance on GOV.UK.