SSY vs PPF in 2026: Compare interest rates, tax benefits, returns and key differences

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) v Public Provident Fund (PPF) in 2026: Compare interest rates, tax benefits, eligibility, ...

EPF or PPF: Which is better option for retirement fund and offers greater benefits?

When it comes to retirement planning for salaried individuals, two names immediately come to mind: Employee Provident Fund ...
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PPF Scheme 2026: Interest rate, tax benefits, maturity, withdrawal rules – Key feature explained

Who can open a PPF account? Any Resident Indian individual can open a Public Provident Fund (PPF) account. Additionally, parents or legal guardians can open a PPF account on behalf of a minor child.

EPF or PPF: Which one deserves more attention from salaried employees?

Both offer government-backed savings and tax advantages, but EPF usually comes first for salaried workers because it combines employee savings with an employer contribution and retirement benefits ...
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PPF consults on zero levy as industry awaits Pension Schemes Bill

The Pension Protection Fund (PPF) has opened a consultation on the 2026-27 levy, proposing to keep the charge at zero for the roughly 5,000 conventional defined benefit (DB) schemes eligible for ...

PPF or NSC: Which one fits a long-term savings plan better?

PPF is offering a 7.1 percent interest, while the National Savings Certificate (NSC) carries a 7.7 percent rate for new investments. The government reviews small-savings rates periodically, so these ...
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PPF for minors: How parents can build a tax-free corpus for their child's future

Child PPF Accounts Offer Long-Term Savings Benefits Along With Tax Advantages Planning for a child's future is one of the most important financial goals for parents. Whether it is funding higher ...