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All it took for inspiration to develop a painless injection was a mosquito bite. Yes, a mosquito uses a unique method to deliver a painless bite and researchers at IIT Kharagpur wondered if they could make an injection that mimicked the mechanical action involved. While most of us think that a mosquito bite hurts, in reality, the irritation is due to chemicals in its saliva. After three years of research, IIT-Kgp, along with the Tokai University of Japan, has invented this novel injection that uses a microneedle to extract blood or deliver drug painlessly by using the same suction-based pressure that a female mosquito uses to suck blood. The diameter of the needle is just 30 micro metre. Besides others, this injection will especially benefit diabetes mellitus patients as blood tests are critical for its diagnosis and management. These patients have to check their blood gl...

Public Provident Fund (PPF)

What is PPF?

Public Provident Fund(PPF) is a savings scheme offered by the Government of India. The interest on the account is paid by the government of India and set every quarter.

Why to invest in PPF?

The principal and interest in the PPF account are guaranteed by the Government. Contributions to the account up to ₹ 1.5 lakh per annum are tax free. Earnings are 100% tax free.

What is the return expected in PPF?

8.0 percentage.(Q4 FY 2018-19)

About Public Provident Fund(PPF)

Criteria Value
Interest 8% (Guaranteed)
Rate of Return (Appx) 8%
Lock-in period 15 (Years)
Account Holder All
Account Opening Restriction Only one account allowed per person. Opening of joint accounts and multiple account is not allowed.
Maximum Account Opening Age None
Risk Percentage Zero
Place of Purchase Bank / Post Office
Tax On Return Tax Free
Investment Mode One Time Investment / 12 Installments
Loan Against Loan can be taken against your PPF account between the 3rd and 5th year. The loan amount can be a maximum of 25% of the 2nd year. A second loan can be taken before the 6th year, if the first loan is fully repaid.
Minimum Investment (PA) ₹ 500
Maximum Investment (PA) ₹ 1.5 lakhs
Tax Exemption (PA) ₹ 1.5 lakhs
Premature Withdrawal After 5 years

Pros of PPF:

  • The principal and interest in the PPF account are guaranteed by the Government.
  • Contributions to the account up to ₹ 1.5 lakh per annum are tax free.
  • Earnings are 100% tax free.
  • Interest Rate for the PPF account is declared by the Government every quarter and is higher than FD rates of many banks in that period.
  • Compounding interest gives better earning.
  • Monthly investment option more flexible.
  • Partial Withdrawal allowed.
  • Extension of PPF with/without contribution allowed.
  • Loan Against PPF allowed.
  • Complete capital protection.
  • Easy to open an account from banks or post offices.
  • Minimum investment of ₹ 500 only per year gives more flexibility.

Cons of PPF:

  • Lock-in period of 15 years.
  • NRIs and HUFs cannot open an account.
  • Only one account allowed for citizen of India.
  • Partial Withdrawal not allowed after 5 Years only.
  • The account cannot be closed until maturity.

PPF Returns

Invest ₹ 1000 Per Month.

Years Invested Amount Maturity Amount
15 Years 180000 351891
20 Years 240000 593075
25 Years 300000 947453
30 Years 360000 1468150

Invest ₹ 2000 Per Month. 8 % Interest.

Years Invested Amount Maturity Amount
15 Years 360000 703783
20 Years 480000 1186150
25 Years 600000 1894906
30 Years 720000 2936301

Invest ₹ 5000 Per Month. 8 % Interest.

Years Invested Amount Maturity Amount
15 Years 900000 1759457
20 Years 1200000 2965375
25 Years 1500000 4737265
30 Years 1800000 7340752

Invest ₹ 10000 Per Month. 8 % Interest.

Years Invested Amount Maturity Amount
15 Years 1800000 3518914
20 Years 2400000 5930751
25 Years 3000000 9474530
30 Years 3600000 14681504

Invest ₹ 12500 Per Month. 8% Interest.

Years Invested Amount Maturity Amount
15 Years 2250000 4398642
20 Years 3000000 7413438
25 Years 3750000 11843162
30 Years 4500000 18351880

Returns on ₹ 1000,₹ 5000,₹ 10000 and ₹ 12500 Per Month

Years ₹ 1000 ₹ 5000 ₹ 10000 ₹ 12500
15 Years 351891 1759457 3518914 4398642
20 Years 593075 2965375 5930751 7413438
25 Years 947453 4737265 9474530 11843162
30 Years 1468150 7340752 14681504 18351880

Conclusion

Now you have the understanding of Public Provident Fund(PPF). You can choose the best range of investment which will fit for you. You can leave the comments if you have any queries. Thank you so much for reading and have a great day.

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