Can NRIs open a PPF Account? Know the rules, restrictions and closure optionsPremature withdrawals are permitted after five years of account opening, subject to specific conditions. Upon maturity, the funds are credi...
12 Jul, 2025, 02.23 PM IST
PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi, other post office schemes rules: Guidelines for irregular small savings accounts effective from October 1, 2024Small savings schemes rules: The Ministry of Finance has recently announced an update to the National Savings Scheme (NSS) through a new no...
25 Sep, 2024, 05.21 PM IST
Irregular PPF accounts: New rules from Oct 1, 2024 for regularisation of 3 types of irregular Public Provident Fund accountsOn August 21, 2024, the ministry released a circular that established the procedures for handling the regularization of unlawfully opened a...
07 Sep, 2024, 03.56 PM IST
Latest PPF interest rate: What is the Public Provident Fund interest rate?Latest PPF interest rate: The Public Provident Fund is highly favored for its long-term guaranteed earnings and tax benefits. By allocating...
07 Sep, 2024, 03.51 PM IST
Six new rules for PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana, other small savings schemes with effect from October 1, 2024Small savings rules: The Ministry of Finance is responsible for overseeing small savings accounts. Any unusual accounts must be sent to thi...
25 Aug, 2024, 01.45 PM IST
Latest PPF (Public Provident Fund) interest rate for July- September 2024 quarterLatest PPF interest rate: The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is widely favored as a savings option. The government has recently revealed the i...
02 Jul, 2024, 12.44 PM IST
Can NRIs continue to operate their PPF accounts?NRIs navigating PPF accounts encounter restrictions and guidelines, from tax benefits to closure procedures. Understanding these rules is c...
26 Mar, 2024, 03.51 PM IST
Latest PPF interest rate: Was Public Provident Fund rate hiked for April-June 2024 quarter?Latest PPF interest rate: The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is one of the most popular savings instruments. Note that only one PPF account ca...
12 Mar, 2024, 11.26 AM IST
Can an NRI continue investing in an existing PPF account?Remember, any person who is a non-resident Indian cannot open a PPF account. NRI status disqualifies an individual from opening, operating ...
06 Jul, 2021, 12.39 PM IST
Tax implications of NRI transferring money to wife's bank account in IndiaAs per current income tax laws, an NRI is required to file an income tax return in India if his gross total income exceeds Rs 2.5 lakh in a...
17 Nov, 2020, 12.34 PM IST
Can a returning NRI open a PPF account?A recent rule allows an account holder to pre-close the PPF account on change in residency status. Irrespective of the residency status on ...
05 Nov, 2020, 12.40 PM IST
I am moving to France for my new job. Can I keep my PF account active?If the contributions are not made to the PF account, then the account becomes inoperative. However, the account will continue to earn inter...
13 Jan, 2020, 11.11 AM IST
Can I continue to invest in PPF, Sukanya Samriddhi Yojna, mutual fund SIPs after I relocate abroad?NRIs can't invest in PPF. So far as SIPs are concerned, whether you can continue with them will depend on the particular mutual fund.
29 Apr, 2019, 11.15 AM IST
NRIs can continue their PPF account now; Earlier it was to close on losing resident statusAn NRI cannot invest in PPF, however, if one's residential status subsequently changed to NRI, the account was allowed to be run till matur...
26 Feb, 2018, 03.16 PM IST
- Query Corner: Taxation
Yes, you can claim deduction under Section 80C on contributions made by you to your wife's public provident fund (PPF) account.
19 Jun, 2012, 01.56 AM IST
Taxation rules & tax saving tips for NRIsNRIs need not pay all taxes that are applicable to residents. Here are some exemptions, deductions and tax-saving tips they can avail of.
28 Nov, 2011, 05.46 PM IST
Why PPF is not an attractive investment option for NRIsFirstly as an NRI you cannot open PPF account. Secondly, if you live in US or UK, you will have to pay tax there on your PPF earnings.
02 Nov, 2011, 07.47 AM IST