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PPF Calculator: How a Yearly ₹1.18 Lakh Investment Can Grow into ₹1.21 Crore Tax Free in 30 Years?

Written by: Neha DubeyUpdated on: 24 Feb 2026, 5:45 pm IST
Investing ₹1.18 lakh per year in PPF at 7.1% interest can grow into a tax free corpus of about ₹1.21 crore over 30 years.
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The Public Provident Fund (PPF) remains one of India’s most reliable long term savings instruments, especially for investors seeking stability, capital protection, and tax efficient wealth creation.

Supported by the Government of India, the scheme offers guaranteed returns along with tax free maturity benefits, making it a preferred option for conservative investors planning retirement or long term financial goals.

Using an online PPF calculator allows investors to estimate maturity values easily and understand how consistent investments can grow significantly over time.

How ₹1.18 Lakh Yearly Becomes ₹1.21 Crore?

By investing ₹1,18,000 annually in PPF at the current interest rate of 7.1%, your savings benefit from annual compounding, which accelerates wealth creation over long investment horizons.

Over a period of 30 years, the total invested amount of ₹35,40,000 grows into a maturity value of ₹1,21,54,716. Out of this, ₹86,14,716 is earned purely as interest, and the entire maturity amount remains completely tax free.

Why PPF Is Effective for LongTerm Corpus Building?

PPF works efficiently because of compounding combined with sovereign backing. While interest rates are periodically reviewed by the government, the scheme continues to offer stable and predictable returns.

One of its biggest advantages is the EEE (Exempt Exempt Exempt) tax benefit:

  • Contributions qualify for tax deduction under Section 80C
  • Interest earned remains tax free
  • The maturity amount is fully tax free

This unique tax structure makes PPF one of the most efficient long term savings options available to Indian investors.

30 Year PPF Growth Breakdown

When you enter these figures into a PPF calculator, the following projected investment outcome is generated.

  • Total investment: ₹35,40,000
  • Maturity amount: ₹1,21,54,716
  • Total interest earned: ₹86,14,716 (fully tax free)

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Conclusion

PPF continues to stand out as a powerful long term wealth creation tool for conservative investors. A disciplined yearly investment of ₹1.18 lakh can potentially build a tax free corpus exceeding ₹1.21 crore over 30 years, demonstrating how patience and compounding can significantly enhance financial security.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. 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 in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Feb 24, 2026, 12:12 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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