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NSC

National Savings Certificate

Interest Rate: 6.8%
⏱️Tenure: 5 Years
💰Min: ₹1,000

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Overview

National Savings Certificate is a 5-year fixed income investment scheme with tax benefits under Section 80C of Income Tax Act.

Key Features

Minimum Amount₹1,000
Maximum AmountNo Limit
Tenure5 Years
Interest Rate6.8%

Eligibility Criteria

  • Any individual can invest
  • Joint investment allowed
  • Trust, HUF can invest

Benefits

  • Tax deduction under 80C
  • Guaranteed returns
  • Safe investment
  • Transferable

🏛️Tax Information

Investment qualifies for deduction under Section 80C. Interest is taxable but gets reinvested.

How to Maximize Benefits from NSC?

The NSC is a government-backed savings scheme with guaranteed returns, making it ideal for risk-averse investors. To get the most out of this scheme, invest consistently for the full tenure and avoid premature withdrawals unless absolutely necessary.

With a fixed interest rate of 6.8%, your investment will grow steadily over time. You can also combine this scheme with others like NSC or NSC for a diversified and tax-efficient portfolio.

Use the calculator above to try different investment amounts and durations to plan your future savings better. You’ll be able to compare maturity amounts and see how your money grows over time.

Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes. Always consult your financial advisor before making investment decisions.

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Quick Facts

  • • Fixed interest rate of 6.8%
  • Compound interest
  • • Tenure: 5 Years
  • • Government guaranteed returns

💡 Pro Tip

Use our calculator to compare different investment amounts and see how your money grows over time.