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PPF Calculator

Calculate the maturity value and interest earned on your Public Provident Fund (PPF) account, including Section 80C tax benefits.

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500 75K 1.5L (Max)
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5.0% 7.1% (Current Rate) 15.0%
Government Scheme rules

Public Provident Fund Rules

  • EEE Tax Exemption: Contributions up to ₹1.5 Lakhs are tax-free under Sec 80C. Interest and maturity are 100% tax-free.
  • Limits: Minimum annual deposit is ₹500. Maximum is ₹1,50,000 per financial year.
  • Lock-in: Scheme locks for 15 years. Partial withdrawals allowed from the 7th year onwards under special conditions.
  • Extensions: Extendable indefinitely in blocks of 5 years upon request.
Timeline Progression

Growth Schedule Breakdown

Period Starting Balance Yearly Deposits Interest Earned Ending Value Total Gain
PPF Returns Summary
Maturity Value

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Total Investment 0
Interest Earned 0
Wealth Multiplier 0.00x
80C Tax Exemption Benefit EEE Status
Total Duration 15 Years
Annualized CAGR Rate 7.10%
Alternatives Comparison

PPF vs. FD vs. ELSS

Compare maturity value across key long-term options

Public Provident Fund (7.1% Tax-Free) ₹0
Government-backed. 100% risk-free. No tax on interest or maturity (EEE).
Fixed Deposit (6.5% Est. Taxable) ₹0
Safe. Interest earned is added to income and taxed at your slab (up to 30%+).
ELSS Mutual Funds (12% Est. Market) ₹0
Equity market exposure. High returns, but subject to market risk and 12.5% LTCG tax.
Purchasing Power

Inflation Impact Analysis

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Real Value (Inflation Adjusted) 0
Visual Progression

Fund Accumulation Curve

PPF Balance
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Government Savings Guide

PPF Calculator – Public Provident Fund Guide

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a sovereign-backed long-term savings scheme in India offering sovereign security, guaranteed compounding interest, and complete EEE tax exemption under Section 80C.

What is a PPF Calculator?

An online utility that computes total compound interest accrued and final 15-year maturity values based on annual deposit contributions and prevailing government interest rates (7.1% p.a.).

Key Benefits of PPF Investing

  • 100% Tax-Free (EEE Status): Exempt contribution, exempt interest, exempt maturity.
  • Sovereign Security: Backed directly by the Government of India.
  • Flexible Extension: Extendable in 5-year blocks post 15-year maturity.

How PPF Compounding Works (Live Example)

Calculated for maximum annual limit ₹1,50,000 deposited before the 5th of every month at 7.1% interest for 15 years:

Annual Deposit ₹1,50,000
Interest Rate 7.10% p.a.
Lock-in Period 15 Years
Tax Status EEE Tax-Free
Total Capital Invested: ₹1,50,000 × 15 Years = ₹22,50,000
Compounded Tax-Free Interest: ₹18,18,209
Final Maturity Corpus: ₹22,50,000 + ₹18,18,209 = ₹40,68,209
Invested: ₹22,50,000 Tax-Free Interest: ₹18,18,209 Maturity Value: ₹40,68,209
1

Enter Deposit

Input your yearly contribution (min ₹500, max ₹1,50,000).

2

Set Tenure

Select initial 15-year tenure or extend in 5-year blocks.

3

View Maturity

Review total tax-free returns and annual growth schedule.

Formula Reference

EPF / PF Calculation Formula

The Employee Provident Fund (EPF or PF) calculation formula computes monthly accumulation and annual interest crediting for organised sector employees in India under EPFO rules. Em...

$$\text{EPF / PF Balance}_{t} = (\text{Balance}_{t-1} + \text{Emp}_{\text{12\%}} + \text{Empr}_{\text{3.67\%}}) \times \left(1 + \frac{r}{12}\right)$$
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Input parameters

Deposit Frequency: Yearly
Contribution Amount: ₹0
Interest Rate: 7.10%
Tenure Years: 15 Years

Calculation Results

Maturity Value: ₹0
Invested Capital: ₹0
Compounded Interest: ₹0

Growth Progression

Period Starting Value Yearly Deposits Interest Earned Ending Value Total Gain
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Understanding Public Provident Fund (PPF)

01

Government-Backed Savings

PPF is one of India's most trusted long-term savings schemes. Since it is backed by the Government of India, it offers a high level of safety while helping individuals build wealth for retirement and future financial goals.

02

Tax-Efficient Wealth Creation

PPF enjoys EEE (Exempt-Exempt-Exempt) tax treatment. Eligible contributions qualify for tax deductions, interest earned is tax-free, and maturity proceeds are also exempt from income tax under current regulations.

03

The Power of Long-Term Compounding

PPF rewards patience. Regular annual contributions combined with compound growth can significantly increase the value of your investment over the 15-year tenure, making it a popular retirement planning tool.

04

Consistency Matters More Than Amount

Even modest yearly contributions can grow into a substantial corpus when invested consistently over many years. Making contributions early in the financial year can further maximize the interest earned.

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Questions, answered

Quick answers about how this tool works.

PPF is a long-term government-backed savings scheme in India that offers tax benefits and guaranteed returns. It is designed to help individuals build a retirement corpus while enjoying tax-efficient growth.

A PPF account has a mandatory lock-in period of 15 years from the end of the financial year in which the account was opened. After maturity, it can be extended in blocks of 5 years.

The minimum annual contribution is ₹500, while the maximum permitted contribution is ₹1.5 lakh per financial year. Contributions can be made in a lump sum or multiple installments.

No. PPF enjoys EEE (Exempt-Exempt-Exempt) tax status in India. Contributions qualify for tax deductions under Section 80C, interest earned is tax-free, and maturity proceeds are also tax-free.

Partial withdrawals are allowed after specific eligibility conditions are met, generally from the seventh financial year onward. Loans against the PPF balance may also be available during the initial years.

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