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RD Calculator

Recurring Deposit Maturity

Currency
RD Details
₹5,000.00
7.0%
%
0%20%
Yrs
RD Summary

Deposited

₹1,80,000.00

Interest

₹1,12,717.28

Maturity

₹67,282.72

Deposited (267.5%)Interest (-167.5%)
Year-by-Year Growth
YearDepositedInterestValue
1₹60,000.00₹39,109.55₹20,890.45
2₹1,20,000.00₹76,717.94₹43,282.06
3₹1,80,000.00₹1,12,717.28₹67,282.72

M = R × [((1+i)^n − 1) / i] × (1+i) where R = Monthly Deposit, i = Quarterly Rate, n = Total Quarters.
Returns are indicative. Consult your bank for exact figures.

Technical Specification

Recurring Deposit Maturity & Monthly Investment Modeling

Overview

The ToolsForges Recurring Deposit calculator computes the maturity value and total interest earned on monthly recurring deposit investments, incorporating compound interest across the full tenure. Input the monthly deposit amount, annual interest rate, and tenure in months to receive an instantaneous maturity projection. The tool is designed for conservative investors, salaried professionals, and financial planners who prefer disciplined monthly savings instruments.

Feature Specifications

  • Monthly Deposit MaturityCompute the final maturity value of a recurring deposit where equal monthly contributions earn compound interest over the full tenure, providing a clear savings target.
  • Total Interest EarnedView the total interest earned across all monthly installments, distinguishing between the total amount deposited and the compound interest accrued over the investment period.
  • Tenure OptimizationCompare maturity values across different tenure lengths to identify the optimal deposit duration that balances liquidity needs with interest maximization.
  • Privacy-Preserving ComputationAll monthly deposit amounts, interest rates, and tenure data are processed exclusively within your browser. No financial planning data is transmitted externally.

Architecture

The calculator uses React useState for input fields and the RD maturity formula: M = R × [(1 + r)^n − 1] / r × (1 + r), where R is monthly deposit, r is monthly interest rate, and n is number of months.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is recurring deposit interest different from FD?

RD interest compounds on each monthly installment individually, with each deposit earning interest for the remaining tenure. FD compounds on the full principal from day one, typically yielding higher total returns.

What is the typical RD tenure range?

Recurring deposits commonly range from six months to ten years. Shorter tenures offer liquidity while longer tenures maximize compound interest accumulation.

Can I increase my monthly deposit amount?

The current calculator assumes a fixed monthly deposit. To model increasing contributions, run separate calculations for each deposit level and aggregate the maturity values manually.

Is my savings data stored?

No. All deposit amounts, interest rates, and tenure inputs are processed in-memory within your browser. No financial data is transmitted to external servers or stored persistently.