FD Summary
| Principal Amount | ₹1,00,000 |
| Interest Rate | 7.0% p.a. |
| Tenure | 1 year |
| Compounding | Quarterly |
| Interest Earned | ₹7,186 |
| Maturity Amount | ₹1,07,186 |
Tax Note: The ₹7,186 interest earned is fully taxable at your income slab rate. In the 30% bracket, your after-tax interest is approximately ₹4,829.
Impact of Compounding Frequency
Same principal, same rate — different compounding gives different returns:
| Compounding | Principal | Interest Rate | Interest Earned | Maturity Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly | ₹1,00,000 | 7.0% | ₹7,229 | ₹1,07,229 |
| Quarterly | ₹1,00,000 | 7.0% | ₹7,186 | ₹1,07,186 |
| Half-Yearly | ₹1,00,000 | 7.0% | ₹7,122 | ₹1,07,122 |
| Annually | ₹1,00,000 | 7.0% | ₹7,000 | ₹1,07,000 |
Returns at Different Interest Rates
How much does a 0.5% rate difference matter? More than you think:
| Interest Rate | Interest Earned | Maturity Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 6.5% | ₹6,660 | ₹1,06,660 |
| 7.0% | ₹7,186 | ₹1,07,186 |
| 7.25% | ₹7,450 | ₹1,07,450 |
| 7.5% | ₹7,714 | ₹1,07,714 |
| 8.0% | ₹8,243 | ₹1,08,243 |
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Use FD CalculatorFrequently Asked Questions
What is the maturity amount for ₹1 Lakh FD for 1 year?
At 7.0% interest with quarterly compounding, ₹1 Lakh FD matures to ₹1,07,186 in 1 year. You earn ₹7,186 as interest income.
Is FD interest taxable in India?
Yes. FD interest is added to your income and taxed at your slab rate. Banks deduct TDS at 10% if interest exceeds ₹40,000 per year (₹50,000 for senior citizens). You can submit Form 15G/15H to avoid TDS if your income is below taxable limit.
Which compounding frequency gives the best FD returns?
Monthly compounding gives the highest effective yield. For ₹1 Lakh at 7.0% for 1 year: monthly compounding gives ₹1,07,229, quarterly gives ₹1,07,186, and annual gives ₹1,07,000.
Should I break my FD if interest rates rise?
Breaking an FD early typically incurs a 0.5–1% penalty. Do the math: if new rates are 1%+ higher, breaking and reinvesting often makes sense for longer tenures. For FDs with less than 6 months remaining, it's usually not worth it.
FD vs SIP — which is better for this amount?
FD gives guaranteed returns of ₹1,07,186 in 1 year. SIP in equity mutual funds could potentially grow ₹1 Lakh lumpsum to ₹1,12,000 at 12% — but with market risk. FD suits short-term goals or emergency funds. SIP suits 5+ year wealth creation goals.