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New Delhi: GPF interest rate 2025: The Ministry of Finance has announced the interest rate on General Provident Fund (GPF) and other funds for October-December quarter will be kept unchanged at 7.1 percent. “It is announced for general information that during the year 2025-2026, accumulations at the credit of subscribers to the General Provident Fund…
New Delhi33 minutes ago Copy link The government has not changed the interest rates of small savings schemes for October-December (Q3Fy26). That is, you will continue to get the same interest as before. If you want to create a smart fund for retirement, then this public provident fund i.e. PPF can be a great option…
The interest rates of various small savings schemes for the third quarter of FY 2025-26 will remain unchanged, the Ministry of Finance informed today, September 30. This is the seventh consecutive quarter in which rates have not changed. According to the notification of the Finance Ministry, “The rates of interest on various small savings schemes…
Interest rates on popular Post Office savings schemes such as the Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Certificate (NSC), Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana and Senior Citizens’ Savings Scheme may soon be revised. The Finance Ministry is scheduled to review the rates on September 30, 2025, and any decision taken will apply to the October–December 2025 quarter….
New Delhi: The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is one of India’s most popular government-backed savings schemes. It offers investors a safe, low-risk, and tax-efficient option to build long-term wealth with steady returns. Designed for people who prefer minimal intervention in their investments, a PPF account provides a reliable alternative to conventional savings options. Launched by…
India’s Post Office investment-savings plans are government-backed, and they provide assured, risk-free returns. Popular schemes, including the Public Provident Fund (PPF), Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS), and Monthly Income Scheme (MIS), are among these schemes, which target risk-averse investors. Additionally, they provide tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act up to Rs…
New Delhi54 minutes ago Copy link If you are planning to start investment in the name of the child, then you can invest in Public Provident Fund (PPF) scheme. This scheme is currently being paid 7.1% annually. You can easily prepare a fund of millions for it by opening a PPF account in the name…
SIP vs PPF: It is important to invest carefully in order to ensure one’s financial security. Both SIP (Systematic Investment Plan) and PPF (Public Provident Fund) are widely followed investment instruments in India. Although SIP carries the possibility of higher returns with mutual fund investments, PPF is a steady and tax-effective approach to saving for…
Let’s understand with an example: Anna and Anjal are friends who are in their 30s. They are having a cup of coffee, and they are chatting about retirement planning. Anna has confidence in PPF as it is safe and delivers sure returns. Anjal would rather invest in SIP, anticipating more growth. Wanting to know which…
Last Updated:July 24, 2025, 09:00 is Differences Between Senior Citizen Savings Scheme and PPF, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme, Public Provident Fund, SCSS Benefits, PPF Features Key differences between SCSS and PPF schemes. (Representative/Shutterstock) Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) and Public Provident Fund (PPF) are both popular money-saving and investment tools used by Indian citizens for…