FD Calculator
Estimate fixed deposit maturity value and interest using deposit amount, annual rate, tenure, and compounding frequency.
Accuracy, assumptions and trust notes
RupeeCalc is built to show the calculation path, not just a black-box result. Treat every output as an estimate based on the inputs and assumptions shown on this page.
- Rates change often. Enter the current rate from your bank or post-office product page.
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FD maturity calculator
Formula
Maturity = Principal × (1 + annual rate / compounding frequency) ^ (frequency × years).
Actual bank FD maturity can vary by bank, payout frequency, tax deduction, premature withdrawal, and compounding rules.
Investment/interest calculator limitation
This page explains mathematics only. It does not predict returns, recommend products, compare live bank rates, or provide investment advice. For FD/RD/SIP decisions, verify rates, tax treatment, risk factors, lock-in rules, and charges from the bank, AMC, platform, SEBI/AMFI disclosures, or official product document.
How to interpret FD maturity value
An FD calculator estimates maturity using deposit amount, interest rate, tenure, and compounding frequency. Actual bank maturity may differ because banks can use specific day-count conventions, premature withdrawal penalties, senior-citizen rates, tax deduction at source, and product-specific terms. Always compare the calculator result with the final bank receipt before locking money.
For planning, compare post-tax returns rather than only the displayed interest rate. Interest from fixed deposits is generally taxable according to the user’s applicable slab, and TDS is only a deduction mechanism, not necessarily the final tax. If your income is below taxable limits or TDS rules do not apply in your case, verify the correct declaration process with your bank or tax advisor.
FD planning checklist
- Check whether the rate is annual and whether compounding is quarterly, monthly, or at maturity.
- Confirm if premature withdrawal changes the rate.
- Compare cumulative and payout options.
- Estimate tax impact before comparing FD with debt funds or savings accounts.
- Do not put emergency money into a tenure that creates liquidity pressure.