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Step-Up SIP Calculator

See how increasing your monthly SIP every year builds a bigger corpus than a flat SIP

Direct Answer: A step-up SIP increases your monthly investment every year by a fixed % or ₹ amount, so your later instalments are larger and still have time to compound — building a noticeably bigger corpus than a flat SIP of the same starting amount. Adjust the inputs below to see your own numbers.

📋 Key Facts: Step-Up SIP

  • Most fund houses allow SIPs starting from ₹500/month, with a step-up facility that increases it automatically each year.
  • A step-up SIP typically builds a larger corpus than a flat SIP of the same tenure, since later instalments are bigger and still compound.
  • Figures below use standard illustration rates (8%, 10%, 12% p.a.) — actual mutual fund returns are market-linked and not guaranteed.

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8% Conservative
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12% Aggressive

12% p.a. is a standard illustration rate. Actual mutual fund returns are market-linked and vary by fund and category.

Step-Up Details
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💡 A step-up SIP directs a small slice of your future salary increments toward your goal — without changing your lifestyle today.

Total Invested
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Step-Up SIP, at chosen return rate

Extra Corpus vs Flat SIP
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Additional wealth from stepping up

Final Monthly SIP
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Your SIP amount in the last year

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📈 Flat SIP vs Step-Up SIP — Corpus Over Time

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⚖️ Flat SIP vs Step-Up SIP — Quick Comparison

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📋 Year-by-Year Breakdown (Step-Up SIP)

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is a step-up SIP?

A step-up SIP (also called a top-up SIP) is a mutual fund SIP where you increase your monthly investment amount every year, either by a fixed percentage or a fixed rupee amount, instead of investing the same amount for the entire tenure.

How much bigger is the corpus with a step-up SIP compared to a flat SIP?

It depends on your SIP amount, tenure, expected return, and step-up rate. Use the calculator above to see the exact difference for your own numbers — for most 10-20 year tenures with a 10% annual step-up, the extra corpus is commonly 20-40% higher than a flat SIP of the same starting amount.

What step-up percentage should I choose?

A common approach is to match your step-up percentage to your expected annual salary increment, typically 8-12% per year. This keeps the increase manageable while still meaningfully growing your corpus over time.

Can I stop or change my step-up SIP later?

Yes. Most fund houses allow you to modify, pause, or cancel a step-up SIP instruction at any time, similar to a regular SIP. Speak with your mutual fund distributor or use your fund house’s app/portal to make changes.

Are the returns shown in this calculator guaranteed?

No. The 8%, 10%, and 12% return options are standard illustration rates used for planning purposes only. Actual mutual fund returns are market-linked, vary by scheme and category, and are not guaranteed.

Is a step-up SIP better than a flat SIP for goal-based planning?

For long-term goals like child education, retirement, or a home purchase, a step-up SIP is often more effective because it grows in line with your rising income, helping you close larger goal gaps without straining your monthly budget in the early years.

Disclaimer: This calculator is for illustrative and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Returns shown use standard illustration rates and are not guaranteed. Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks — please read all scheme-related documents carefully before investing. Deepak Gokul is an AMFI Registered Mutual Fund Distributor (ARN-328771). We deal in Regular Plans only for Mutual Fund Schemes and earn a Trailing Commission on client investments; disclosure for commission earnings is made to clients at the time of investment. Option of Direct Plan is available to investors, offering the advantage of a lower expense ratio; we do not earn commission on Direct Plans and hence do not deal in them.

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Disclaimer

Investments in Mutual Funds are subject to Market Risks. Read all scheme related documents carefully before investing. Mutual Fund Schemes do not assure or guarantee any returns. Past performances of any Mutual Fund Scheme may or may not be sustained in future. There is no guarantee that the investment objective of any suggested scheme shall be achieved. All existing and prospective investors are advised to check and evaluate the Exit loads and other cost structure (TER) applicable at the time of making the investment before finalizing on any investment decision for Mutual Funds schemes. Before making an investment, please contact the investment expert at Deepak Wealth Framework for designing a portfolio that suits your needs. We deal in Regular Plans only for Mutual Fund Schemes and earn a Trailing Commission on client investments. Disclosure For Commission earnings is made to clients at the time of investments. Option of Direct Plan for every Mutual Fund Scheme is available to investors offering advantage of lower expense ratio. We are not entitled to earn any commission on Direct plans. Hence we do not deal in Direct Plans.

AMFI Registered Mutual Fund Distributor | ARN - 328771 | Date of Initial Registration: 14/05/2025 | Current Validity: 13/05/2028.

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