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A Non-Resident Indian (NRI) cannot open a new PPF account. However, if an Indian citizen opened a PPF account while being a resident in India and subsequently became an NRI, the existing account can generally continue until its original maturity.
PPF rules for NRIs: What happens to your account after moving abroad or becoming a foreign citizen?

For someone who was an Indian citizen and held a PPF account before becoming a foreign citizen/OCI, the citizenship change…

August 10, 2026 20:17 IST
Naresh Bhardwaj, 45, built his retirement plan around PPF and NPS.
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How a 45-year-old Master’s in English beat Finance graduates in wealth building, with his plan to retire at 50 in…

July 16, 2026 13:50 IST
The choice depends less on the investor category and more on the nature of assets available and the urgency of funding requirements.
Loan against PPF vs Loan against mutual funds: Which is the better emergency funding option?

Need emergency funds? Learn the key differences between loans against PPF and mutual funds, including interest rates, loan limits, and…

June 30, 2026 17:55 IST
PPF was once every financial planner's favourite. What changed?
PPF’s journey from 12% returns to 7.1%: Why has it fallen out of favour?

Public Provident Fund (PPF) was once the go-to investment recommended by almost every financial planner. But falling interest rates, the…

Updated: June 25, 2026 20:25 IST
The sovereign guarantee attached to the PPF assumes even greater importance during periods of uncertainty.
Your PPF account is nearing maturity. Should you withdraw, extend, or reinvest?

For investors who do not require immediate liquidity, extending the account in blocks of five years is often a prudent…

June 16, 2026 17:27 IST
One important point to note is that PPF interest rates are reviewed by the government every quarter.
How to earn more from your PPF account: Don’t miss this monthly deposit deadline

Investors who are financially able to deposit the full Rs 1.5 lakh annual limit at the beginning of the financial…

June 2, 2026 12:35 IST
Small savings schemes still look attractive but should you invest right now?
Small savings schemes still look attractive but should you invest right now?

Small savings schemes like PPF and SCSS continue to offer stable and attractive returns, but unchanged interest rates and evolving…

April 14, 2026 10:56 IST
How to earn Rs 61,500 monthly pension from PPF after building Rs 1 crore corpus
PPF Calculator: How to build Rs 1 crore corpus and earn Rs 61,500 monthly income for life

By investing Rs 1.5 lakh every year in PPF and continuing for 25 years, you can build a retirement corpus…

February 20, 2026 14:06 IST
PPF Calculator: Invest Rs 12,500 per month to earn tax-free Rs 41 lakh on maturity
PPF Calculator: Invest Rs 12,500 per month to earn tax-free Rs 41 lakh on maturity

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) remains one of India’s most reliable long-term investment options, offering guaranteed, tax-free returns backed by…

November 22, 2025 21:43 IST
Small savings schemes with assured returns: 5 best options with up to 8.2% interest in 2025
Small savings schemes: 5 best options with up to 8.2% interest rates in 2025

Small savings schemes – tried-and-tested investment options for many years and some for decades – combine security, fixed returns, and…

November 12, 2025 18:20 IST
PPF, NSC, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme rates announced for October-December 2025 - Check the latest interest
PPF, NSC, other small savings schemes’ rates announced for Oct-Dec 2025 – Check the latest rates

Public Provident Fund (PPF), National Savings Certificate (NSC), Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) and various other small savings schemes rates…

September 30, 2025 18:18 IST
Govt may cut PPF interest rate for first time since April 2020? What to expect from small savings review today
Govt to cut PPF interest rate for first time since April 2020? What to expect from small savings review today

The last change in interest rates on some schemes was seen in the last quarter of the financial year 2023-24…

September 30, 2025 16:10 IST
EPF, NPS, PPF: How much you need to invest per month in these schemes to build a Rs 5 crore retirement corpus?
EPF, NPS, PPF: How much should you invest in these schemes monthly to build a Rs 5 crore retirement corpus?

Planning to build a Rs 5 crore retirement fund by age 60? Here’s a detailed comparison of EPF, NPS, and…

July 8, 2025 16:54 IST
PPF: How Rs 12,500 per month investment can ensure you a Rs 60,000 pension for life time
Invest just Rs 12,500 per month to earn a lifetime pension of Rs 60,000 — know how PPF will help

Investing just Rs 12,500 per month in PPF can build a Rs 1.03 crore retirement corpus in 25 years, providing…

May 23, 2025 13:06 IST
PPF investment trick: Make investment today to earn 1 month extra interest - Know how
PPF investment trick: Make investment today to earn 1 month extra interest – Know how

The special thing is that under the old tax system, the investment made in PPF, the interest received on it…

April 5, 2025 10:22 IST
No charges to be levied on updation of nominees in PPF accounts, says Sitharaman
Big relief for consumers – no charges for updating nominee details in PPF accounts, FM says

The Banking Amendment Bill 2025, passed recently, allows nomination up to 4 persons for payment of depositors’ money, articles kept…

April 3, 2025 13:09 IST
PPF Magic: Turn 15+5+5 formula into Rs 80 lakh wealth and Rs 48000 monthly pension!
PPF: 15+5+5 formula can turn your Rs 1.5 lakh annual investment into Rs 80 lakh and Rs 48,000 monthly pension! See how

Public Provident Fund: Learn how the PPF 15+5+5 formula can help you build a corpus of over Rs 80 lakh…

January 14, 2025 12:19 IST
PPF Calculator: How Public Provident Fund can double your investment
PPF Calculator: What will Rs 10,000 per month in a PPF account grow to after 15 years?

The interest on your PPF account is compounded annually and credited at the end of the financial year. The calculation…

Updated: September 26, 2024 11:21 IST
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