Nonelective contributions are employer contributions made to an employee’s retirement account, whether or not the employee chooses to contribute themselves. These contributions are usually based on a percentage of the employee’s compensation and are guaranteed as long as the employee meets the plan’s eligibility requirements. Unlike matching contributions, which depend on how much the employee puts in, nonelective contributions are made automatically by the employer and don’t require the employee to take any action. They’re common in certain types of retirement plans and help boost overall savings for participants.