Many investors begin with modest SIP contributions and gradually increase them as income rises. A Step-Up SIP provides a structured way to do this by raising the SIP amount annually by a fixed percentage.
This strategy can be especially useful for those who expect their earning capacity to rise over time.
Let’s consider an investor starting with a monthly SIP of ₹5,000, choosing a 7-year horizon, with a 10% annual step-up in contributions, and assuming an expected return rate of 12% p.a. (for illustration only).
Particulars | Amount (₹) |
Total Invested | 5,69,244 |
Estimated Returns | 2,85,534 |
Projected Value | 8,54,778 |
This shows how the corpus might grow when contributions rise every year instead of staying fixed.
Starting with ₹5,000 a month, gradually stepping it up by 10% each year could potentially add a meaningful boost over 7 years.
While Step-Up SIP calculators provide projections, actual outcomes depend on market conditions and investment choices.
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A Step-Up SIP is a methodical approach to gradually increasing investments, aligning contributions with income growth. The illustration with a ₹5,000 SIP over 7 years highlights how stepping up contributions can influence the projected corpus. However, actual results depend on market performance, and investors should use such calculators as planning tools rather than predictions.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. It is based on several secondary sources on the internet and is subject to changes. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
Mutual Fund investments are subject to market risks, read all scheme-related documents carefully.
Published on: Sep 12, 2025, 2:50 PM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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