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Reliable 5-Year Savings
When you want a rock-solid, government-backed investment but don't want your money locked up for 15 years like a PPF, the National Savings Certificate (NSC) is your best friend. It offers a sweet spot: a manageable 5-year lock-in with guaranteed returns.
How NSC Interest Works
NSC compounds interest annually, but it doesn't pay it out to you every year. Instead, the interest is automatically re-invested into the certificate. This means your money grows silently, and you get a single, hefty lump sum at the end of the 5 years.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The interest earned in the first 4 years is technically taxable but qualifies for a fresh 80C deduction because it is automatically reinvested. Only the final 5th year's interest is fully taxable.