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FD Calculator

Maturity value of a bank fixed deposit.

Fixed Deposit (FD) Maturity Planning

Estimate maturity returns on bank fixed deposits with quarterly compounding. Compare interest earnings across deposit tenures.

FD Quarterly Compounding Formula

A = P × (1 + r/4)^(4×t)

Where: A is final maturity amount; P is deposit principal; r is annual interest rate; and t is tenure in years.

Why Fixed Deposits Provide Guaranteed Security

Fixed Deposits carry fixed interest rates locked at account booking. Deposits up to ₹5 Lakhs per bank are insured by DICGC, shielding capital from market volatility.

Cumulative vs Non-Cumulative Fixed Deposits

Cumulative FDs reinvest quarterly interest until final maturity to maximize compounding, while non-cumulative FDs payout monthly or quarterly income to depositors.

Tax Deductions under Tax-Saver FDs (Section 80C)

5-Year Tax-Saver FDs qualify for tax deductions up to ₹1.5 Lakhs under Section 80C, though maturity interest remains taxable as per individual income slabs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Is FD interest income subject to TDS?

Yes, banks deduct TDS at 10% if annual FD interest exceeds ₹40,000 (₹50,000 for senior citizens) unless Form 15G/15H is submitted.

Can I prematurely withdraw a Fixed Deposit?

Premature withdrawal is allowed for standard FDs subject to a nominal penalty (usually 0.5% - 1% interest reduction). Tax-saver FDs cannot be broken before 5 years.

Do senior citizens get higher FD interest rates?

Yes, most Indian banks offer an additional 0.50% to 0.75% interest rate bonus to senior citizen depositors.

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