Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana 2025: Secure Your Daughter’s Future
Unlock financial freedom for your daughter with the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY)—India’s premier government-backed savings scheme. Offering 8.2% annual returns, complete tax exemption (EEE), and a flexible 21-year tenure, SSY turns small investments into a substantial corpus for her education, career, or marriage.
Why SSY?
High returns: 8.2% per annum (quarterly review)
Triple tax benefits: Section 80C deduction, tax-free interest & maturity
Zero risk: Guaranteed by the Government of India
Flexible deposits: ₹250 to ₹1.5 lakh per year
Eligibility & Easy Account Opening
For girls under 10 years—two accounts per family
Documents: Birth certificate, parent’s Aadhaar/PAN, address proof
Process: Visit any bank/post office → submit form & ₹250 minimum deposit → receive passbook
Smart Tips for Maximum Growth
Deposit early in April for full-year compounding
Stay current: Avoid ₹50 penalty per missed year
Track quarterly rate updates for planning
Partial Withdrawal & Maturity
After 18 years: Withdraw up to 50% for education
After 21 years or upon marriage: Full tax-free payout
Success Snapshot Rajesh from Mumbai contributed ₹50,000 annually since 2010—by 2025, the SSY corpus reached ₹8.5 lakhs, funding Priya’s engineering degree without loans.
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