What is the penalty for not maintaining the minimum balance in SSY?

If the minimum deposit of ₹250 is not made in a financial year, the account can be regularized by paying a penalty of ₹50 per year of default.

How many SSY accounts can be opened per family?

A maximum of two accounts per family are allowed (one per girl child). Exceptions exist for twins or triplets born in the second or first birth sequence.

Is SSY better than traditional fixed deposits?

Yes, SSY generally offers a much higher interest rate than bank FDs and provides significant tax exemptions that are not available with standard fixed deposits.

Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) Calculator 2026

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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana Calculator

Build a tax-free corpus for your daughter's marriage or higher education. Calculate the exact 21-year maturity with current interest rates.

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*Account can only be opened before age 10

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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) Calculator: Secure Your Daughter’s Dream (2026)

💡 Bhai Ki Advice (Beti Ka Future): Sabse badi galti log ye karte hain ki wo SSY account khulwane mein der kar dete hain. Yaad rakho, ye account beti ke 10 saal ki hone se pehle kabhi bhi khul sakta hai, par asli maza ‘Compounding’ ka tabhi hai jab aap beti ke paida hote hi ise shuru kar do. Sirf ₹1.5 Lakh saal ka invest karke aap uske liye ek aisa ‘Financial Shield’ bana sakte ho jo uski higher studies aur shadi ke waqt aapko karz lene se bachayega. Plus, ye EEE (Exempt-Exempt-Exempt) category mein aata hai—matlab na deposit pe tax, na interest pe, aur na maturity pe!

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) is a flagship small savings scheme launched under the ‘Beti Bachao Beti Padhao’ campaign. Designed specifically for the girl child in India, it offers one of the highest interest rates among government-backed debt instruments. Our SSY Calculator 2026 helps parents and guardians estimate the maturity value of their investments based on annual contributions, the current interest rate (revised quarterly by the Govt of India), and the 21-year lock-in period.

How to Calculate SSY Maturity & Returns

Planning for a 21-year horizon is easy with our tool. Just follow these steps:

Enter Annual Investment Amount: You can invest anywhere from a minimum of ₹250 to a maximum of ₹1.5 Lakh per financial year.
Desi Tip: Koshish karein ki har saal April 1st se 5th ke beech mein paisa jama karein taaki us saal ka pura interest mil sake.
Check the Current Interest Rate: In 2026, the SSY interest rate remains highly competitive (currently around 8.2% or as updated by the Ministry of Finance).
Enter the Starting Age of Your Daughter: The scheme allows you to contribute for 15 years, while the account matures after 21 years from the date of opening.
Review the Maturity Wealth: Our tool will show you the total amount invested, total interest earned, and the final maturity corpus available for your daughter’s future.

Frequently Asked Questions (SSY Scheme)

1. Can I withdraw SSY money before 21 years?

Partial withdrawal (up to 50% of the balance) is allowed only for the Higher Education of the girl child once she attains the age of 18 or passes the 10th standard. Complete closure is allowed only after 21 years or during her marriage (after she turns 18).

2. What are the tax benefits of Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana?

SSY is one of the few schemes in India with EEE status. 1. You get a deduction of up to ₹1.5 Lakh under Section 80C. 2. The annual interest earned is tax-free. 3. The final maturity amount you receive is also 100% tax-free. Desi Fact: Income Tax bachane ka ye sabse best tarika hai!

3. What happens if I forget to pay the annual minimum amount?

If you fail to deposit the minimum ₹250 in a financial year, the account will be ‘Defaulted’. You can regularize it by paying a small penalty of ₹50 for each year of default, along with the minimum deposit amount for those years.

4. Can I open an SSY account for two daughters?

Yes, a family can open SSY accounts for a maximum of two daughters. In the case of twins or triplets (where the first birth resulted in one girl and the second in multiple girls), a third account can be opened after providing a medical certificate.

5. How is SSY better than a Child Education Insurance Plan?

Unlike private insurance plans that have high commissions and lower returns, SSY is Govt-backed, making it 100% safe. The interest rates are generally 1-2% higher than PPF and significantly higher than Bank FDs, making it the superior choice for risk-free wealth creation for girl children in India.

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Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) Calculator: Secure Your Daughter’s Dream (2026)

How to Calculate SSY Maturity & Returns

Frequently Asked Questions (SSY Scheme)

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