What is the current PPF interest rate in India?

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) interest rate is set by the Ministry of Finance quarterly. Currently, the rate is 7.1% per annum, compounded annually.

How is PPF interest calculated on monthly deposits?

PPF interest is calculated monthly on the lowest balance between the 5th day and the last day of each month, but interest is credited to the account annually on March 31st.

Can PPF account be extended after 15 years?

Yes, after the initial 15-year maturity, PPF accounts can be extended indefinitely in blocks of 5 years, with or without making fresh contributions.

Maximum Statutory 80C Cap • EEE Status

₹1.5 Lakh per Year PPF Maturity Calculator

Depositing ₹1,50,000 annually in a Public Provident Fund (PPF) account maximizes your Section 80C tax deduction while building a completely tax-free retirement corpus. Backed by the Government of India with sovereign safety and a guaranteed 7.1% interest rate compounded annually, an annual contribution of ₹1.5 Lakhs turns into over ₹40.68 Lakhs at the end of the mandatory 15-year tenure.

15-Yr Tax-Free Corpus₹40.68 L(at 7.1% p.a. sovereign)

Contribution

₹1.5 Lakh / year

₹1,50,000/year

15-Yr Total Deposit

₹22.50 L

100% 80C Deductible

15-Yr Interest Earned

+₹18.18 L

100% Tax-Exempt

25-Yr Extended Corpus

₹1.03 Cr

Wealth Gain: +₹65.58 L

₹1.5 Lakh per Year (Max 80C Cap) — 15 to 30-Year Compounding & Extension Matrix

See how continued annual contributions compound under sovereign guarantee at 7.1% p.a.

EEE Status: Zero Tax

Tenure Milestone	Total Amount Deposited	Tax-Free Interest Earned	Total Guaranteed Maturity
15 Years (Statutory Maturity)Standard	₹22.50 L	+₹18.18 L	₹40.68 L
20 Years (1st 5-Year Extension)	₹30.00 L	+₹36.58 L	₹66.58 L
25 Years (2nd 5-Year Extension)	₹37.50 L	+₹65.58 L	₹1.03 Cr
30 Years (3rd 5-Year Extension)	₹45.00 L	+₹1.10 Cr	₹1.55 Cr

Interactive PPF Calculation Engine

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Strategic Insights for ₹1.5 Lakh / year in PPF

✓Investing ₹1.5 Lakh / year at the current 7.1% interest rate yields ₹18,18,209 in tax-free interest over 15 years, reaching a final maturity value of ₹40,68,209.

✓If extended for a 5-year block (20 years total), the compounding acceleration increases your final payout to ₹66,58,288 (wealth gain: ₹36,58,288).

✓Extending to 25 years produces ₹1,03,08,015, more than doubling your invested principal of ₹37,50,000.

✓PPF qualifies for EEE (Exempt-Exempt-Exempt) tax status under Section 80C and Section 10(11), meaning zero income tax on contributions, accrued interest, or the final maturity payout.

Explore Other PPF Contribution Amounts

₹1 Lakh per Year

₹50,000 per Year

₹12,500 per Month (Max Monthly Cap)

15-Yr Total:₹40.68 L

Monthly Tier

₹10,000 per Month

15-Yr Total:₹32.55 L

Frequently Asked Questions on ₹1.5 Lakh per Year (Max 80C Cap) in PPF

What is the maturity amount for ₹1.5 Lakh / year in PPF after 15 years?▼

At the prevailing 7.1% p.a. interest rate compounded annually, an investment of ₹1.5 Lakh / year totals ₹22,50,000 in deposits and earns ₹18,18,209 in interest, yielding a 100% tax-free maturity corpus of ₹40,68,209.

How much will my PPF account grow if extended to 20 or 25 years with ₹1.5 Lakh / year?▼

After 15 years, PPF accounts can be extended in 5-year blocks. At 20 years, your balance grows to ₹66,58,288 (invested ₹30,00,000). At 25 years, the maturity corpus reaches ₹1,03,08,015.

What is the 5th-of-the-month deposit rule for PPF?▼

Interest on PPF is calculated on the lowest balance between the close of the 5th day and the end of the calendar month. To maximize your interest earnings for that month, ensure your deposit reaches the PPF account on or before the 5th of each month.

Is interest earned on ₹1.5 Lakh / year taxable in PPF?▼

No. PPF enjoys complete Exempt-Exempt-Exempt (EEE) status. The annual contribution qualifies for deduction under Section 80C (up to ₹1.5 Lakhs), the interest earned every year is tax-free under Section 10(11), and the final maturity payout is 100% exempt from income tax.

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