PPF scheme

Public Provident Fund: Invest Rs 100 per day in PPF, get Rs 25 lakh at the time of retirement; Check details here

This scheme not only gives the benefits of saving income tax but also guarantees a fixed amount at the time of retirement. This scheme is both for employed and self-employed people. Let's have a look at each and every aspect of this scheme from the investment angle.

Sep 13, 2022, 11:39 AM IST

PPF Scheme: Save Rs 1.5 crore for retirement by investing Rs 1.5 lakh every year, here's how

PPF is a small-savings programme backed by the government that offers average returns but also offers numerous tax breaks, exemptions, and the assurance of capital protection. 

Aug 12, 2022, 12:54 PM IST

PPF Scheme: Invest Rs 417 everyday to become a Crorepati, here’s how

PPF now offers an annual interest rate of 7.1%, with interest computed on a monthly basis. According to the guidelines, investors can invest in their PPF account for up to 15 years in a succession. 

Jul 31, 2022, 12:16 PM IST

Opening PPF account? Check if your bank allows online investment or you need to visit branch

Bank customers can open their PPF accounts either online or by visiting a nearby bank branch. 

Mar 26, 2022, 15:51 PM IST

Opened two or more PPF accounts? Check merger rules now or you could lose money

If an individual had opened a second PPF account on or post-December 12, 2019, such account or accounts will be closed in case of a merger. 

Mar 03, 2022, 15:51 PM IST

Govt retains interest rate on small savings for October- December

Investments in the public provident fund (PPF) scheme will fetch annual rate of 7.8 per cent while Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) investments will yield 7.5 per cent and mature in 115 months.

Sep 29, 2017, 22:16 PM IST

PPF Account: 5 key facts you must know

Here are five facts you must know about PPF account so that you can make the most of this saving scheme.

Nov 17, 2015, 09:23 AM IST