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| Instrument | Lock-in Period | Expected Returns | Risk Level | Tax on Returns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
ELSS Mutual Funds
|
3 years | 12-15% (historical) | Moderate-High | LTCG >₹1L taxed @ 10% |
|
PPF (Public Provident Fund)
|
15 years | 7.1% (guaranteed) | Very Low | EEE - Tax Free |
|
NPS Tier-1
|
Till age 60 | 9-11% (market-linked) | Moderate | 40% tax-free, 60% taxable |
|
Tax-Saver FD
|
5 years | 6.5-7.5% (guaranteed) | Low | Taxed as per slab |
|
LIC / Insurance Plans
|
5 years minimum | 5-6% (approximate) | Low | Tax-free under conditions |
|
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
|
21 years | 8.0% (guaranteed) | Very Low | EEE - Tax Free |