ELSS Tax Saver Calculator — Section 80C Tax Saving India 2026

ELSS Tax Saving Calculator

Calculate tax savings under Section 80C and projected wealth creation from ELSS mutual funds.

ELSS vs PPF vs NSC — Why ELSS Wins for Wealth Creation

ELSS has the shortest lock-in (3 years) among all 80C instruments. With historical equity CAGR of 12–15% over 10+ year periods, ELSS typically creates 2–3× more wealth than PPF (7.1%) or NSC (7.7%) for the same investment. Tax saved immediately boosts your effective return. LTCG above ₹1.25 Lakh is taxed at 12.5% from FY2025-26.
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📌 This calculator assumes Old Tax Regime. 80C deductions are not available under the New Tax Regime (default from FY2024-25). LTCG exemption: ₹1.25L/year (Finance Act 2024) — verify current limit at incometaxindia.gov.in. Consult your CA before choosing a regime.
🔒 Lock-in per installment: Each monthly SIP installment has its own independent 3-year lock-in. An installment made in Jan 2025 is free in Jan 2028 — but Dec 2025's installment is locked until Dec 2028. For a 5-year ELSS SIP, full redemption is only possible 3 years after the last installment (year 8).
🔒 Lock-in reality: Each monthly SIP installment has its own 3-year lock-in. The installment you invest in January 2025 is free in January 2028 — but the one you invest in December 2025 is locked until December 2028. You cannot redeem the entire corpus 3 years after starting. For a 10-year ELSS SIP, full redemption is only possible 3 years after the final installment (year 13).
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Year-wise Comparison: ELSS vs PPF
Tax Disclaimer: Tax calculations are illustrative under the Old Tax Regime. Tax laws change. LTCG rate is 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25L per year. Consult a qualified Chartered Accountant for advice specific to your situation. ARN-309076.