₹10 lakh FD for 3 Years
A ₹10 lakh fixed deposit held for 3 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹12.3 lakh. The interest component is ₹2.3 lakh — fully taxable under ‘Income from Other Sources’. For higher post-tax returns on the same capital, consider equity mutual funds over similar tenures.
Rate Comparison for ₹10 lakh / 3 Years
| Rate | Principal | Interest | Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | ₹10,00,000 | ₹1,95,618 | ₹11,95,618 |
| 6.5% | ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,13,408 | ₹12,13,408 |
| 7% | ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,31,439 | ₹12,31,439 |
| 7.5% | ₹10,00,000 | ₹2,49,716 | ₹12,49,716 |
About This Scenario
A ₹10 lakh fixed deposit held for 3 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹12.3 lakh. The interest component is ₹2.3 lakh — fully taxable under ‘Income from Other Sources’. For higher post-tax returns on the same capital, consider equity mutual funds over similar tenures.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maturity of a ₹10 lakh FD for 3 years?
At 7% quarterly-compounded interest, ₹10 lakh FD matures at ₹12.3 lakh — an interest earning of ₹2.3 lakh over 3 years.
Is FD interest taxable?
Yes, FD interest is taxed under 'Income from Other Sources' at your slab rate. Banks deduct 10% TDS if interest exceeds ₹40,000/year (₹50,000 for senior citizens). Submit Form 15G/15H if your income is below taxable limit.
Are senior citizens offered higher FD rates?
Yes, typically 0.25–0.75% more than regular FDs. Some small-finance banks offer up to 1% extra for senior citizens.
Can I break an FD early?
Yes, but you'll lose 0.5–1% of the interest rate as penalty, and interest is calculated on the actual tenure rather than the booked tenure.