FD vs RD Calculator — Compare Best Fixed Deposit Returns

Use our free FD & RD Calculator to instantly calculate your maturity amount and interest earned on Fixed Deposits (FD) and Recurring Deposits (RD). Compare returns across different compounding frequencies and plan your savings effectively.

This calculator uses the standard compound interest formula followed by Indian banks. It also shows estimated TDS deduction if your annual interest exceeds ₹50,000, helping you plan your tax liability in advance.

💸 Fixed Deposit Details
Required for Financial Year-wise interest accrual (income-tax purpose). Defaults to today.
₹5,00,000 Minimum deposit amount varies by bank (usually ₹1,000)
7.00% Check your bank's current FD rates before investing
5 Years
0 Months
Most Indian banks compound FD interest quarterly
Cumulative FDs give higher returns due to compounding
✅ Your FD Returns

Principal Invested

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Interest Earned

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Effective yield: 0%

Maturity Amount

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Investment Breakup
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Compounding Frequency Comparison
Year-wise Growth
YearOpening Balance (₹)Interest Earned (₹)Closing Balance (₹)
Financial Year-wise Interest Breakup (for Income Tax / ITR)
Financial YearOpening BalanceInterest AccruedClosing BalanceEst. TDS u/s 194A
Method: Interest computed on bank-accrual basis – quarterly (or chosen frequency) compounded balance plus simple interest for any stub days till 31-March of each FY. Matches the figure banks issue on Form 16A / FD Interest Certificate. TDS: Estimated at 10% u/s 194A on FYs where annual accrued interest exceeds Rs. 50,000 (Rs. 1,00,000 for senior citizens) – thresholds as per Finance Act 2025, applicable for FY 2025-26 and FY 2026-27. Submit Form 15G / 15H to your bank to avoid TDS if your total income is below the basic exemption limit. For non-cumulative FDs, interest is paid out each period and the balance remains at principal. Disclaimer: Figures are indicative only – the actual interest credited and TDS deducted by your bank may differ slightly due to day-count conventions and rate revisions. Please cross-verify with Form 16A / Interest Certificate issued by your bank.
⚠ Tax Note: Interest earned on FDs is fully taxable as per your income tax slab. TDS is deducted at 10% if annual interest exceeds ₹50,000 (₹1,00,000 for senior citizens). Submit Form 15G/15H to avoid TDS if your total income is below the taxable limit.
💸 Recurring Deposit Details
₹10,000 / month Amount you will deposit every month
6.50% RD rates are typically slightly lower than FD rates
3 Years
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✅ Your RD Returns

Total Deposited

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Interest Earned

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Return: 0%

Maturity Amount

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Investment Breakup
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Month-wise Growth
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⚠ Tax Note: Interest earned on RDs is fully taxable as per your income tax slab. TDS applies if interest exceeds ₹50,000 per year (₹1,00,000 for senior citizens). Submit Form 15G/15H if your income is below the taxable limit.
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FD & RD Calculator — FAQs

How is FD interest calculated?
A cumulative fixed deposit earns compound interest, compounded quarterly as followed by Indian banks: Maturity = P x (1 + r/4)^(4 x years). This calculator lets you switch the compounding frequency (monthly, quarterly, half-yearly or annually).

How is RD maturity calculated?
Each monthly instalment earns compound interest (compounded quarterly) for the number of months it stays invested. The tool uses the standard bank RD formula, so a 60-month RD of Rs 10,000 at 7% matures at about Rs 7,19,328.

Is FD and RD interest taxable?
Yes. Interest is taxable under Income from Other Sources at your slab rate. Banks deduct 10% TDS once your interest in a financial year crosses Rs 50,000 (Rs 1,00,000 for senior citizens) in FY 2026-27, and 20% if PAN is not provided. See our Income Tax Calculator to estimate the tax.

Do senior citizens get a higher FD rate?
Yes, most banks offer senior citizens about 0.5% more than the normal rate. Tick the senior-citizen option and the calculator adds 0.5% to the rate you entered.

How can I avoid TDS if my total income is below the taxable limit?
Submit Form 15G (Form 15H for senior citizens) to your bank so no TDS is deducted. Under the Income-tax Act 2025 these declarations are being consolidated into a single Form 121.

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