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Lumpsum Calculator

One-time investment growth at a glance.

Invested
₹1 L
Est. gains
₹2.11 L
Maturity value
₹3.11 L
  • Invested₹1 L
  • Gains₹2.11 L

Assumes a steady annual return. Market investments will vary year to year.

How it works

A lump sum grows by compounding: every year's gains join the principal and earn next year's gains. Value = principal × (1 + rate)^years.

Example

₹1 lakh invested once at 12% for 10 years grows to about ₹3.1 lakh — compounding more than triples your money.

FAQs

Lumpsum or SIP — which is better?

Lumpsum wins if markets rise steadily after you invest; SIP wins by averaging out ups and downs. For most salaried investors, SIP suits monthly income.

Should I time the market?

Even experts fail at timing consistently. Time in the market beats timing the market — invest early and stay invested.

Where can I invest a lump sum?

Equity mutual funds for 5+ year goals, FDs or debt funds for short-term safety. Match the product to your time horizon.

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