₹5 lakh FD for 3 Years
A ₹5 lakh fixed deposit held for 3 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹6.2 lakh. The interest component is ₹1.2 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 ₹5 lakh / 3 Years
| Rate | Principal | Interest | Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | ₹5,00,000 | ₹97,809 | ₹5,97,809 |
| 6.5% | ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,06,704 | ₹6,06,704 |
| 7% | ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,15,720 | ₹6,15,720 |
| 7.5% | ₹5,00,000 | ₹1,24,858 | ₹6,24,858 |
About This Scenario
A ₹5 lakh fixed deposit held for 3 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹6.2 lakh. The interest component is ₹1.2 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 ₹5 lakh FD for 3 years?
At 7% quarterly-compounded interest, ₹5 lakh FD matures at ₹6.2 lakh — an interest earning of ₹1.2 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.