SSY Eligibility Criteria
Girl child must be below 10 years at account opening
Maximum 2 accounts per family (for 2 girl children)
Account matures after 21 years from opening
SSY Key Features
Government backed - Complete capital protection
Guaranteed returns with annual compounding
21-year tenure - Perfect for long-term goals
SSY Tax Benefits (EEE Category)
Exempt on Investment: Deduction under Section 80C
Exempt on Accumulation: Interest earned is tax-free
Exempt on Withdrawal: Entire maturity amount is tax-free
No Wealth Tax: SSY investments are exempt from wealth tax
Open account when girl is born to maximize tenure
Invest maximum ₹1.5 lakh annually for full tax benefit
Make contributions before 5th April for current FY benefit
Account can be operated from any post office or authorized bank