Public Provident Fund (PPF) Calculator

Project your tax-free Public Provident Fund savings, interest earnings, and maturity corpus over the mandatory 15-year tenure.

PPF Wealth Summary

PPF provides safe, government-backed tax-free growth. Check your 15-year projections:

Total Contributions

Your cumulative PPF deposits (subject to the annual limit of ₹1.5 Lakhs).

Tax-Free Interest

The compound interest earned, which is entirely tax-exempt.

Maturity Corpus

The total value withdrawable at the end of the 15-year lock-in period.

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How is it calculated?

F = \frac{P \times [((1 + r)^n - 1)]}{r}

Where F is PPF maturity amount, P is annual contribution, r is interest rate (determined by government), and n is number of years (15).

Worked Examples

₹1.5 Lakh Annual Contribution for 15 Years

Contributing the maximum limit of ₹150,000 per year at 7.1% interest for 15 years results in a maturity amount of ₹40.68 Lakhs, with ₹18.18 Lakhs earned as tax-free interest.

₹50,000 Yearly Investment

Investing ₹50,000 annually for 15 years at 7.1% yields a maturity corpus of ₹13.56 Lakhs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I extend my PPF account after the 15-year maturity?
Yes, a PPF account can be extended indefinitely in blocks of 5 years. You can choose to extend it with or without making fresh contributions.
What are the tax benefits of PPF?
PPF enjoys Exempt-Exempt-Exempt (EEE) tax status. Contributions are tax-exempt under Sec 80C, interest earned is tax-free, and maturity payouts are completely tax-exempt.
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Results are estimates and should not be considered financial advice.

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