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What is ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme)? — Meaning, Definition & Example

Definition

ELSS is a type of equity mutual fund that qualifies for tax deduction under Section 80C with the shortest lock-in period of 3 years among all 80C instruments. It invests at least 80% in equities and has potential for high returns along with tax savings.

💡 Real Example

Investing ₹1.5 lakh in ELSS saves ₹46,800 in tax (at 30% slab) and if the fund returns 12% annually, your ₹1.5L grows to ₹2.11L in 3 years.

🇮🇳 ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) in Hindi / हिंदी में

ELSS (इक्विटी लिंक्ड सेविंग्स स्कीम) — ELSS एक प्रकार का इक्विटी म्यूचुअल फंड है जो धारा 80C के तहत टैक्स कटौती के लिए पात्र है। सभी 80C साधनों में इसका लॉक-इन सबसे कम 3 साल का है।

ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) (Hinglish) — ELSS ek equity mutual fund hai jo Section 80C ke under tax deduction deta hai. Sabse kam 3 saal ka lock-in hai. Minimum 80% equity mein invest hota hai.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) in simple words?
ELSS is a type of equity mutual fund that qualifies for tax deduction under Section 80C with the shortest lock-in period of 3 years among all 80C instruments. It invests at least 80% in equities and has potential for high returns along with tax savings.
Can you give an example of ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme)?
Investing ₹1.5 lakh in ELSS saves ₹46,800 in tax (at 30% slab) and if the fund returns 12% annually, your ₹1.5L grows to ₹2.11L in 3 years.
What is ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) meaning in Hindi?
In Hindi, ELSS (Equity Linked Savings Scheme) is called ELSS (इक्विटी लिंक्ड सेविंग्स स्कीम). ELSS एक प्रकार का इक्विटी म्यूचुअल फंड है जो धारा 80C के तहत टैक्स कटौती के लिए पात्र है। सभी 80C साधनों में इसका लॉक-इन सबसे कम 3 साल का है।