How to Open Sukanya Samriddhi Account at Post Office

To open an SSY account, visit any post office or authorized bank branch (SBI, HDFC, ICICI, Canara Bank, etc.). Bring: birth certificate of the girl child, parent/guardian's KYC documents (Aadhaar, PAN, address proof), and a minimum opening deposit of Rs 250 (cheque or cash). The account is opened in the girl's name with the parent as guardian.

Total Deposited

₹22,50,000

15 years of deposits

Interest Earned

₹34,19,840

Maturity at Age 21

₹56,69,840

SSY rate: 8.2% p.a. compounded annually (Q1 FY 2026-27). Deposits for 15 years, maturity at girl's age 21. Min ₹250/year, max ₹1.5L/year. Interest fully tax-free under Section 80C.

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