Last Updated:April 01, 2025, 11:29 IST For the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025–26, which runs from April to June 2025, the Centre has declared that interest rates for post office small savings plans will not change. The Public Provident Fund Scheme interest rate will continue to be 7.1 per cent. (Representative Image) The
Last Updated:March 29, 2025, 11:38 IST The central government has kept interest rates unchanged on small savings schemes like post office deposits, public provident fund (PPF), Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) and National Savings Certificate (NSC) for the April-June 2025 quarter. Small Savings Schemes. As the interest rates on small savings schemes like post office deposits,
Last Updated:March 13, 2025, 12:41 IST Taxpayers have around 18 days left till March 31 to invest in tax-saving instruments like NPS, ELSS and PPS, among others, that can save some income tax for FY25 under the old tax regime. Section 80C is the most widely used tax-saving avenue, allowing deductions of up to Rs
Last Updated:March 10, 2025, 12:11 IST Public Provident Fund vs Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana: If you prioritise higher returns and long-term savings for a girl child, SSY is the better choice. However, if you need flexibility and access to funds in between, PPF is the ideal option Many people choose PPF or SSY for safe investments
Last Updated:January 27, 2025, 15:24 IST Every quarter, the government reviews and modifies the savings plan’s interest rate. Post Office Schemes Interest Rate The Central government has decided to keep interest rates for several small savings schemes the same for the fourth straight quarter, beginning on January 1, 2025. In keeping with the pattern established
Last Updated:January 09, 2025, 17:25 IST PPF Vs EPF Vs NPS: Each of these retirement savings plans has its strengths NPS offers higher potential returns due to equity exposure. PPF Vs EPF Vs NPS: Retirement planning is a vital part of financial planning, ensuring a secure and comfortable life post-retirement. In India, three popular retirement
Last Updated:January 06, 2025, 18:46 IST PPF offers a sovereign guarantee, making it an attractive choice for risk-averse investors. PPF Investment Calculator: Track your PPF account balance and maturity timeline via online banking or passbook updates. (Representative image) PPF Calculator: The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a popular fixed-income savings scheme in India, backed by
Last Updated:November 29, 2024, 11:40 IST PPF Vs EPF Vs NPS: Each scheme comes with its unique features, tax benefits, and investment options; here’s a detailed comparison. Retirement planning is a crucial aspect of personal finance, and choosing the right savings plan can significantly impact your financial security in the golden years. PPF Vs EPF
The finance ministry on September 30 reviewed the interest rates on small savings schemes, including public provident fund (PPF), National Savings Certificates (NSC) and Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP). However, no changes were announced for the quarter of October-December 2024. “The rates of interest on various small savings schemes for the third quarter of FY 2024-25,
Interest rates on small savings schemes like PPF, SCSS, and NSC are reviewed at the end of every quarter and are decided for the next quarter accordingly. Paras Jasrai, senior economic analyst at India Ratings & Research, says although the global rate cut cycle has begun, the domestic factors remain strong with inflation expected to