EPF vs PPF vs NPS: Key differences explained—who can go for which scheme?

Unlike EPF, PPF is open to all Indian residents. This is also a government-backed savings scheme. The minimum annual ...

Investing in PPF? How interest rate works and how to maximise your returns

Depositing your contribution before the fifth of the month, especially before April 5 if investing the annual limit in one go, can help maximise the interest you earn over the long term.
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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.
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Loan against PPF: What is it? Who can avail loan against Public Provident Fund? Interest rates and how to repay

A Public Provident Fund (PPF) account is one of the most tax-friendly savings instruments for long term savings as you do not have to pay any taxes on interest and proceeds from this tool. PPF is a ...

Moving your PPF account? Here’s what you can and cannot do

A Public Provident Fund account can be transferred between banks and post offices, but can it be transferred to another person? Here’s what every PPF investor should know.