Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) Calculator

Your investment doubles in exactly 115 months (9 years, 7 months). KVP offers a guaranteed 2x return with full Government of India backing.

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verifiedGovt Rate (Q3 2026): 7.5% p.a. — doubles in 115 months
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Investment Report

Returns / Interest Earned₹1,00,000
Maturity Period: 115 months (9 years, 7 months)
KVP Maturity (2×)₹2,00,000

EQUIS Take (Asli Sach)

KVP apka paisa theek 115 mahino (lagbhag 9.5 saal) mein double karta hai. Lekin interest poori tarah taxable hai slab rate pe, isliye

high tax bracket walo ke liye yield bahut kam ho jati hai.

The Math Behind Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) Calculator

Understanding the true mechanics of this instrument helps you make optimal decisions with your money.

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1. Guaranteed Doubling in 115 Months

KVP guarantees that your invested principal will exactly double in 115 months (9 years, 7 months) at the current 7.5% rate. The government adjusts the doubling period every quarter based on the KVP interest rate.

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2. Encashable After 2.5 Years

While KVP matures in ~9.5 years, premature encashment is allowed any time after 2 years and 6 months from issue, without a penalty. This provides more flexibility than many 5-year lock-in schemes.

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3. Fully Taxable at Maturity

All interest earned on KVP is taxable as 'Income from Other Sources' in the year of maturity. No TDS is deducted at payout — you are responsible for declaring and paying the full tax in your ITR for that year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the minimum investment for KVP?expand_more
The minimum investment in KVP is ₹1,000, with no maximum limit. Certificates are available in denominations of ₹1,000, ₹5,000, ₹10,000, and ₹50,000. KVP can be transferred between post offices.
Is KVP interest taxable at maturity?expand_more
Yes. The full interest earned on KVP is taxable as 'Income from Other Sources' in the year of maturity. No TDS is deducted by the Post Office — you must proactively declare and pay tax in your ITR.