Investment: Forget FD and invest in this amazing scheme of the Post Office, know here..
Shikha Saxena October 18, 2025 05:15 PM

Every Post Office scheme is considered a safe investment option. Like Post Office FDs, people also invest heavily in RD schemes. In fact, Recurring Deposits (RD) schemes are considered a great option for small investors. You can deposit a small amount every month and accumulate a substantial sum over five years.

In fact, RD schemes, which come with a government guarantee, are completely safe. Interest in this scheme is compounded quarterly, further enhancing returns. So, if a person deposits ₹10,000 every month, they could earn over ₹7 lakh in five years. This means this scheme can make you a millionaire without any risk.

It's worth noting that the Post Office RD scheme is a reliable and easy savings option for every Indian investor. Its special feature is that it can be opened by anyone, either individually or jointly by two or three people. Investments in this scheme can be started with just ₹100, and there is no maximum investment limit. This scheme is considered ideal for long-term savings. If needed, the RD account can be closed, but certain post office rules must be followed.

If you want to invest in a scheme with safe and guaranteed returns, the Post Office RD scheme is an excellent option. By investing ₹25,000 per month, you can build a corpus of up to ₹17.74 lakh in just 5 years. This scheme offers an annual interest rate of 6.5%, compounded monthly. This means that your total investment of ₹15 lakh will earn approximately ₹2.74 lakh in interest. Since it's backed by a government guarantee, your investment is completely safe and there's no risk of loss.

Investment Amount (₹) Tenure Annual Interest Rate Total Deposit Amount (₹) Total Interest (₹) Total Return (₹) Security
25,000/month 5 years 6.5% 15,00,000 2,74,771 17,74,771

Government Guarantee, Risk-Free
If the account holder dies during the Post Office RD scheme, the entire deposited amount is transferred to his or her nominee or legal heir. The heir must submit the required documents, such as a death certificate and identity proof, to the post office. After verification and verification, the entire amount is transferred to him or her. If the heir wishes, he or she can continue the same RD account and complete the remaining term. This means that both the safety and convenience of the investor have been taken care of in the scheme. (Note: This article is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice in any way. It is recommended to consult a financial advisor before investing.)


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