Post Office FD Update: ₹2 Lakh Fixed Deposit in Wife’s Name Will Return ₹2.29 Lakh in 2 Years – Know Full Details

NEW DELHI, April 16, 2025 — If you’re looking for a safe, tax-efficient, and guaranteed return investment, a Fixed Deposit (TD) in the Post Office in your wife’s name can be a smart financial move. With attractive interest rates and zero market risk, the Post Office Time Deposit scheme offers peace of mind for investors across the country.

Many individuals choose to invest in their spouse’s name to not only encourage household savings but also benefit from income tax exemptions under certain conditions.

Post Office Time Deposit (TD) Interest Rates (April 2025)

The Post Office offers fixed interest rates based on the tenure of the deposit:

• 1 Year TD: 6.9%

• 2 Year TD: 7.0%

• 3 Year TD: 7.1%

• 5 Year TD: 7.5%

These interest rates are uniform across all customer categories, meaning senior citizens and general citizens receive the same rate.

Investment Scenario: ₹2 Lakh FD in Wife’s Name for 2 Years

Let’s calculate the returns if you invest ₹2,00,000 in a 2-year TD in the name of your wife at the current 7.0% annual interest rate:

• Principal Amount: ₹2,00,000

• Interest Rate: 7.0% per annum

• Maturity Period: 2 Years

• Total Interest Earned: ₹29,776

• Total Maturity Amount: ₹2,29,776

So, after 2 years, your wife will receive ₹2,29,776, which includes the principal and fixed interest, credited directly to her account.

Key Features of Post Office TD Scheme

• Minimum Investment: ₹1,000

• No Maximum Limit on deposit

• Guaranteed Returns: Government-backed, no market risk

• Available in all Post Offices across India

• Single or Joint Account Holding Option

• Transferable between Post Offices

Tax Considerations

• Interest earned is taxable as per income slab.

• However, if your wife’s total income is below the taxable limit, no tax is applicable.

• You may also gift the amount to your wife under the tax-free gift provision, though clubbing provisions may apply.