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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) Calculator – Calculate 8.2% Tax-Free Maturity Corpus

Calculate Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana maturity value, 8.2% sovereign tax-free interest, 15-year deposit schedule, and 21-year complete compounding progression table.

₹250 (Min)₹50,000₹1 Lakh₹1.5 Lakhs (Max 80C)
Yrs

Max entry age is 10 years

Account matures after exactly 21 years

Govt Scheme Rules & Sovereign Guarantee
Current Govt Interest Rate
8.20% p.a. (Tax-Free EEE)

Highest among all small savings schemes

Deposit vs Maturity Period
15 Yrs Pay / 21 Yrs Maturity

Earns 8.2% in last 6 yrs without deposits

Total Tax-Free SSY Maturity Amount
₹69,27,244
Sixty-Nine Lakhs Twenty-Seven Thousand Rupees
Total 15-Yr Deposits Paid ₹22,50,000
Total Tax-Free Interest Gained ₹46,77,244
Maturity Year & Age: Year 2046 (Age 22)

Full 21-Year SSY Compounding & Balance Schedule

Annual progression of 15 years of deposit contributions and 21 years of 8.2% sovereign compounded growth.

21 Years Complete Lifecycle
Year / Date Girl's Age Deposit Paid Total Invested Interest (8.2%) Closing Balance

How to Use this Calculator & Formula Breakdown

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Step 1: Input Financial Parameters

Enter your yearly investment amount (₹250 to ₹1.5 Lakhs).

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Step 2: Instant Client-Side Computation

Set girl child age (0 to 10 years) and account opening start year.

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Step 3: Analyze Visual Breakdown & Amortization

Explore live interactive Chart.js donut chart, tax-free returns, and full 21-year lifecycle schedule table.

Mathematical Algorithm & Formula

SSY Sovereign Compounding: Deposits paid for 15 years earn 8.2% p.a. compounded annually through 21 years of maturity (EEE 100% Tax-Free).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the current interest rate on Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY)?

The Ministry of Finance has fixed the interest rate on Sukanya Samriddhi Account at 8.2% per annum, compounded annually. It is one of the highest interest rates among all government-backed small savings schemes.

How many years do I need to deposit money in an SSY account?

Deposits in an SSY account are required for a period of 15 years from the date of account opening. The account continues to earn 8.2% compound interest for the remaining 6 years without any additional deposits.

When does a Sukanya Samriddhi Account mature?

An SSY account matures exactly 21 years from the date of opening, or at the time of the girl child’s marriage after attaining the age of 18 years, whichever is earlier.

Is SSY interest and maturity amount 100% tax-free?

Yes! Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana enjoys complete Exempt-Exempt-Exempt (EEE) tax status. Annual investments up to ₹1.5 Lakhs qualify for tax deduction under Section 80C, and the entire maturity amount along with accrued interest is 100% tax-free.

What is the minimum and maximum deposit limit per financial year in SSY?

The minimum annual deposit is ₹250, and the maximum deposit is ₹1,50,000 per financial year in multiples of ₹50.

Can you make partial withdrawals from an SSY account before maturity?

Yes, a partial withdrawal of up to 50% of the balance at the end of the preceding financial year is permitted for the girl child’s higher education once she turns 18 or passes Class 10.