🏷️ Maximize Your ₹1.5 Lakh Deduction

Section 80C Planner

Allocate your ₹1.5 lakh Section 80C limit optimally across ELSS, PPF, EPF, NPS, insurance and more. See tax savings, expected returns and remaining capacity — all in one visual planner.

Your 80C Investments

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Enter your existing or planned investments. The limit is ₹1,50,000 per year (old regime only).

📈 ELSS Mutual Funds3yr Lock-in · ~12%
🏛️ PPF15yr · 7.1% Tax-Free
👔 EPF (Employee Share)8.25%
👴 NPS (80CCD(1) portion)Equity+Debt Mix
🛡️ Life Insurance PremiumProtection
👧 SSY / Sukanya Samriddhi8.2% · Girl Child
🏦 Tax-Saver FD (5yr)~7% · 5yr Lock
🏠 Home Loan PrincipalPart of EMI
🎓 Children Tuition FeesMax 2 children
🧓 NPS Extra — 80CCD(1B)Extra ₹50K · Over 80C

This ₹50,000 is additional to the 80C limit.

💰 Your Tax Slab Rate
80C Used
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Remaining Capacity
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Tax Savings (80C)
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+ NPS 80CCD(1B) Saving
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Total Tax Saved
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📊 80C Investment Comparison

InvestmentReturnLock-inRisk
ELSS Mutual Funds12-15%3 yearsHigh
PPF7.1%15 yearsZero
EPF8.25%Till retirementZero
NPS9-12%Till 60Moderate
SSY8.2%21 yearsZero
Tax-Saver FD6-7%5 yearsZero

Understanding Section 80C

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₹1.5 Lakh Limit

Section 80C allows deductions up to ₹1,50,000 from taxable income. This is the most commonly used deduction by Indian taxpayers. Available only under the old tax regime.

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Eligible Investments

ELSS, PPF, EPF, NPS (80CCD(1)), SSY, Tax-Saver FD, NSC, SCSS, life insurance premium, children's tuition fees, and home loan principal — all count towards this limit.

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Smart Strategy

Don't just invest for tax saving — pick instruments matching your goals. ELSS for growth (3yr), PPF for safety (15yr), NPS for retirement + extra 50K deduction under 80CCD(1B).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Section 80C limit for FY 2025-26?
The Section 80C deduction limit is ₹1,50,000 per year. This includes ELSS, PPF, EPF, NPS (80CCD(1)), SSY, Tax-Saver FD, NSC, life insurance premium, children's tuition fees, and home loan principal. Note: 80C is available only under the old tax regime.
Which 80C investment gives the best returns?
ELSS Mutual Funds offer the best potential returns (12-15% historically) with the shortest lock-in (3 years). PPF gives guaranteed 7.1% tax-free returns but has 15-year lock-in. NPS offers equity exposure with an extra ₹50K deduction under 80CCD(1B). Choose based on your risk appetite and goals.
Does EPF count towards 80C?
Yes, the employee's contribution to EPF (12% of Basic) counts towards Section 80C. The employer's contribution is tax-free up to certain limits but doesn't count in your 80C. If your EPF is ₹50K/year, you only need ₹1L more from other instruments.
Is 80C available in the new tax regime?
No, Section 80C deduction is not available under the new tax regime. If your 80C + other deductions exceed ~₹3.75L, the old regime might be better. Use our Tax Regime Comparator to check.