ELSS SIP Calculator India — Tax Saving Mutual Fund Returns
Mutual Fund SIP Returns — Step-Up, Goal Planning, Inflation Adjusted
ELSS (Equity Linked Saving Scheme) is the only mutual fund that qualifies for Section 80C deduction — invest up to ₹1.5L per year and save up to ₹46,800 in tax (at 30% slab). With the shortest lock-in of 3 years among all 80C options and potential equity returns of 12–15%, ELSS is the most rewarding tax-saving instrument for salaried investors. Calculate your ELSS SIP return and tax savings here.
📈 Basic SIP Calculator
📅 Year-wise Growth Projection
| Year | Monthly SIP | Total Invested | Portfolio Value | Gains | Return % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ₹5,000 | ₹60,000 | ₹64,047 | ₹4,047 | 6.7% |
| 2 | ₹5,000 | ₹1,20,000 | ₹1,36,216 | ₹16,216 | 13.5% |
| 3 | ₹5,000 | ₹1,80,000 | ₹2,17,538 | ₹37,538 | 20.9% |
| 4 | ₹5,000 | ₹2,40,000 | ₹3,09,174 | ₹69,174 | 28.8% |
| 5 | ₹5,000 | ₹3,00,000 | ₹4,12,432 | ₹1,12,432 | 37.5% |
| 6 | ₹5,000 | ₹3,60,000 | ₹5,28,785 | ₹1,68,785 | 46.9% |
| 7 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,20,000 | ₹6,59,895 | ₹2,39,895 | 57.1% |
| 8 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,80,000 | ₹8,07,633 | ₹3,27,633 | 68.3% |
| 9 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,40,000 | ₹9,74,108 | ₹4,34,108 | 80.4% |
| 10 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,00,000 | ₹11,61,695 | ₹5,61,695 | 93.6% |
| 11 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,60,000 | ₹13,73,074 | ₹7,13,074 | 108.0% |
| 12 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,20,000 | ₹16,11,261 | ₹8,91,261 | 123.8% |
| 13 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,80,000 | ₹18,79,656 | ₹10,99,656 | 141.0% |
| 14 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,40,000 | ₹21,82,090 | ₹13,42,090 | 159.8% |
| 15 | ₹5,000 | ₹9,00,000 | ₹25,22,880 | ₹16,22,880 | 180.3% |
How to Use SIP Calculator India
Enter your monthly investment amount, expected return rate, and investment period. Choose from Basic SIP, Step-Up SIP, Goal Planner or Fund Comparison modes. Get instant results — maturity amount, wealth gain, year-wise growth chart, and XIRR — to plan your mutual fund investments smartly.
SIP Returns Formula — How It Works
SIP Maturity Formula: M = P × [(1 + r)ⁿ − 1] / r × (1 + r)
Where P = monthly SIP, r = monthly rate (annual% ÷ 12), n = total months.
Example: ₹10,000/month at 12% p.a. for 10 years → Maturity ₹23,23,391 from ₹12,00,000 invested (₹11,23,391 gains).
Real-Life SIP Use Cases
🏠 Home Down Payment: ₹5,000/mo for 5 years 12% → ₹4.1L for 20% down on ₹20L flat.
👴 Retirement Corpus: ₹15,000/mo for 25 years 12% → ₹2.8 Crore retirement fund.
🎓 Child Education: ₹8,000/mo for 15 years 13% → ₹46L for college + abroad education.
🚗 Dream Car / Travel: ₹3,000/mo for 3 years 10% → ₹1.25L for big purchase.
Key Takeaways — SIP Calculator
- ✅ SIP uses rupee cost averaging — you buy more units when markets fall, fewer when markets rise.
- ✅ Higher tenure = exponential growth. ₹5,000/mo for 20 years 12% = ₹49.9L (vs ₹12L invested).
- ✅ Step-Up SIP by 10% annually nearly doubles your corpus vs flat SIP over 20 years.
- ✅ Inflation-adjusted returns show real purchasing power — important for retirement planning.
- ✅ Large Cap funds: 10–12% CAGR historically. Mid Cap: 13–16%. Small Cap: 15–20%.
- ✅ ELSS SIP saves tax under Section 80C — up to ₹46,800/year at 30% slab.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ELSS and why is it better than PPF for tax saving?
ELSS: 3-year lock-in, potential 12–15% returns, LTCG 12.5% on gains above ₹1.25L. PPF: 15-year lock-in, 7.1% guaranteed, tax-free maturity. For investors under 45 with 10+ year horizon, ELSS typically gives 2–3x more corpus despite LTCG tax. PPF better for near-retirement or risk-averse.
Is there exit load in ELSS?
No exit load in ELSS — you can redeem any units that have completed 3-year lock-in without penalty. For SIP: each installment has its own 3-year lock-in. January SIP is locked till January 3 years later. February SIP unlocks in February. This staggered unlocking continues monthly.
Can I invest more than ₹1.5L in ELSS?
Yes, you can invest any amount. Only ₹1.5L is eligible for 80C deduction. Gains on entire investment (beyond ₹1.5L) are taxed as LTCG (12.5% above ₹1.25L annual exemption). Many investors put ₹3–5L in ELSS treating extra as regular equity investment while getting 80C benefit on ₹1.5L.
Which ELSS funds have the best track record?
Based on 10-year CAGR: Mirae Asset Tax Saver (16.2%), Quant Tax Plan (19.8%), Canara Robeco Equity Tax Saver (15.8%), DSP Tax Saver (14.9%), Axis Long Term Equity (13.1%). Past returns don't guarantee future performance — diversify across 2 ELSS funds from different AMCs.