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PPF Calculator.

Calculate returns for your Public Provident Fund (PPF) government scheme. Plan long-term wealth compounding and Section 80C tax exemption benefits.

Compare: Public Provident Fund vs Fixed Deposit (PPF vs FD)
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Deposit Frequency Choose your contribution timeline
500 75K 1.5L (Max)
Years
15 Years (Min) 30 Years 50 Years
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5.0% 7.1% (Current Rate) 15.0%
Formula Reference

PPF Formula

$$F = P \times \frac{(1 + r)^n - 1}{r}$$
F Maturity amount of the Public Provident Fund
P Annual deposit amount (made at start of year)
r Annual interest rate (set by government, e.g., 7.1% as decimal, r = 0.071)
n Total number of years (PPF lock-in is 15 years)
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.
PPF Returns Summary
Maturity Value

₹0

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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Nominal Maturity Value 0
Real Value (Inflation Adjusted) 0
Timeline Progression

Growth Schedule Breakdown

Period Starting Balance Yearly Deposits Interest Earned Ending Value Total Gain
Visual Progression

Fund Accumulation Curve

Maturity Value
Invested Capital

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Report: PPF Returns Analysis

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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Education

Understanding Public Provident Fund (PPF)

1 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.

2 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.

3 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.

4 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.

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

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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