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Mutual Fund Calculator

Calculate mutual fund returns with SIP, lumpsum, and goal-based investment planning

Total Investment

₹6,00,000

SIP investment

Maturity Amount

₹11,61,695

After 10 years

Total Gains

₹5,61,695

93.6% absolute return

Effective Return

6.8%

Annualized return

Goal-Based Planning

Investment Breakdown

SIP Investment: ₹6,00,000
SIP Maturity: ₹11,61,695

Total Investment: ₹6,00,000
Total Maturity: ₹11,61,695

Tax Analysis

Total Gains: ₹5,61,695
LTCG Tax (above ₹1L): ₹46,170
Net Maturity Amount: ₹11,15,526
Effective Tax Rate: 8.2%

Note: Tax calculation assumes equity mutual funds with LTCG tax of 10% on gains above ₹1 lakh per year.

Fund Type Recommendations

Large Cap Equity Funds

Stable returns, lower volatility. Good for conservative investors.

Mid Cap / Flexi Cap Funds

Higher growth potential with moderate risk.

Hybrid Funds

Balanced allocation between equity and debt.

Investment Tips

Diversify: Invest across different fund categories

Review Regularly: Monitor performance annually

Stay Invested: Don't time the market, time in market matters

Increase SIP: Use step-up SIP or increase with salary hikes

Tax Planning: Use ELSS funds for Section 80C benefits

Risk Assessment

Investment Horizon: Long Term
Risk Level: Medium
Volatility: Lower (SIP benefit)

• Market-linked investments are subject to market risks

• Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns

• Consult financial advisor for personalized advice

Year-by-Year Investment Projections

YearSIP InvestmentTotal InvestmentReturnsPortfolio ValueCumulative Investment
1₹60,000₹60,000₹4,047₹64,047₹60,000
2₹60,000₹60,000₹12,169₹1,36,216₹1,20,000
3₹60,000₹60,000₹21,322₹2,17,538₹1,80,000
4₹60,000₹60,000₹31,636₹3,09,174₹2,40,000
5₹60,000₹60,000₹43,258₹4,12,432₹3,00,000
6₹60,000₹60,000₹56,353₹5,28,785₹3,60,000
7₹60,000₹60,000₹71,110₹6,59,895₹4,20,000
8₹60,000₹60,000₹87,738₹8,07,633₹4,80,000
9₹60,000₹60,000₹1,06,475₹9,74,108₹5,40,000
10₹60,000₹60,000₹1,27,588₹11,61,695₹6,00,000

Understanding Mutual Fund Investments

SIP vs Lumpsum

  • SIP: Systematic Investment Plan - invest fixed amount monthly
  • Lumpsum: One-time large investment
  • • SIP provides rupee cost averaging benefits
  • • Lumpsum better when markets are at lows
  • • Combination of both provides balanced approach

Types of Mutual Funds

  • Equity Funds: Higher risk, higher potential returns
  • Debt Funds: Lower risk, stable returns
  • Hybrid Funds: Balanced allocation
  • ELSS: Tax-saving equity funds (3-year lock-in)
  • Index Funds: Passive investment, low cost

Benefits of Mutual Funds

  • • Professional fund management
  • • Diversification across securities
  • • Liquidity (can redeem anytime)
  • • Low minimum investment (₹500 SIP)
  • • Tax efficiency (especially equity funds)

Investment Strategy

  • • Start early to benefit from compounding
  • • Invest regularly through SIP
  • • Diversify across fund categories
  • • Review portfolio annually
  • • Stay invested for long-term goals