Updated Mar 06, 2021 | 11:54 IST
PPF stands for Public Provident Fund, VPF for Voluntary Provident Fund. VPF is an extension of the Employees Provident Fund meaning only salaried employees who have an active EPF account can put money in it PPF vs VPF vs FD: The better investment option for you
New Delhi: As time is changing and the cost of living is going up, people are looking to invest in options that offer good returns and can help them accumulate a hefty amount over the years. However, interest rates of investment options that offer guaranteed returns have dropped in the last couple of years. The Government of India offers several investments like Sujanya Samriddhi Scheme, PPF etc. to help you save for your retirement.
As an investor looking to invest in a long-term debt instrument, you may experience a debate as to if you should invest your money in VPF or PPF. Here is a comparison to help you make an informed decision