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PPF v/s FD: Which one is not backed by government?

PPF accounts are backed by the government, making them risk-free investments with guaranteed returns over time. In contrast, ...
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PPF or FD: Which has a lock-in period?

PPF is a long-term savings scheme backed by the government. It has a lock-in period of 15 years, which means you cannot ...
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EPF vs PPF Returns: What Happens If You Invest Rs 1.2 Lakh Annually For 15 Years?

The Employee Provident Fund is a retirement savings scheme meant primarily for salaried employees working in the organised ...

PPF withdrawal: Here's how you can access your public provident fund balance before the lock-in period ends

The Public Provident Fund is a low-risk savings scheme with a fixed interest rate of 7.1%, suitable for retirement planning ...

Investing for your future? Check interest rates, tenure, tax benefits & risks of fixed deposits vs public provident fund

Should you opt for fixed deposits (FDs) vs public provident fund (PPF), when investing for your future? Check interest rates, tenure, tax benefits and risk level of these investment instruments before ...

PPF rules explained: How to withdraw funds before the lock-in period ends

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a low-risk savings scheme backed by the Government of India, making it a reliable option ...
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From tax benefits to fund safety: 7 lesser-known benefits of PPF most investors don’t know

The amount invested in PPF qualifies for tax deduction under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act up to Rs 1.5 lakh per year ...