₹50,000 FD for 2 Years
A ₹50,000 fixed deposit held for 2 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹57,444. The interest component is ₹7,444 — 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 ₹50,000 / 2 Years
| Rate | Principal | Interest | Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6% | ₹50,000 | ₹6,325 | ₹56,325 |
| 6.5% | ₹50,000 | ₹6,882 | ₹56,882 |
| 7% | ₹50,000 | ₹7,444 | ₹57,444 |
| 7.5% | ₹50,000 | ₹8,011 | ₹58,011 |
About This Scenario
A ₹50,000 fixed deposit held for 2 years at 7% annual interest with quarterly compounding matures at ₹57,444. The interest component is ₹7,444 — 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 ₹50,000 FD for 2 years?
At 7% quarterly-compounded interest, ₹50,000 FD matures at ₹57,444 — an interest earning of ₹7,444 over 2 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.