SWP Calculator India 2026
Plan your Systematic Withdrawal Plan from mutual funds. Calculate how long your corpus will last with regular monthly withdrawals while your remaining investment continues to earn returns.
₹30.0K
Monthly Income
₹72.0L
Total Withdrawn
20+ yrs
Corpus Lasts
₹1.39Cr
Remaining Balance
SWP Details
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₹5 Lakh₹5 Crore
₹
₹5,000₹5 Lakh
%
Debt (4%)Equity (15%)
Years
✅
Sustainable Withdrawal
Your corpus will last 20+ years with ₹1.39Cr remaining.
💡 Perpetual Withdrawal Rate
Maximum monthly withdrawal that preserves your principal:
₹41,667/month
At 10% annual returns, withdrawing only the interest keeps your principal intact indefinitely.
Corpus Balance Over Time
Corpus Utilization
Withdrawn
Remaining
Initial Corpus
₹50.0L
Total Withdrawn
₹72.0L
Returns Earned
+₹1.61Cr
Final Balance
₹1.39Cr
SWP vs Fixed Deposit for Regular Income
| Parameter | SWP (Mutual Fund) | FD Interest Payout |
|---|---|---|
| Expected Returns | 8-12% (market-linked) | 6-7.5% (fixed) |
| Taxation | Only gains taxed (LTCG 10%) | Full interest at slab rate |
| Withdrawal Flexibility | Change amount anytime | Fixed tenure |
| Capital Preservation | Market risk | Guaranteed principal |
| Inflation Beating | Yes (post-tax ~8-10%) | No (post-tax ~4-5%) |
How SWP Works - Step by Step
1
Invest Lump Sum
Put your corpus in a mutual fund (balanced or equity)
2
Set SWP
Choose withdrawal amount and frequency (monthly)
3
Units Redeemed
Fund house sells units equal to withdrawal amount
4
Balance Grows
Remaining units continue earning market returns
Best Fund Categories for SWP
For Conservative Investors
- • Balanced Advantage Funds (BAF)
- • Equity Savings Funds
- • Conservative Hybrid Funds
For Growth-Oriented Investors
- • Large Cap Funds
- • Flexi Cap Funds
- • Index Funds (Nifty 50, Sensex)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SWP in mutual funds?
SWP (Systematic Withdrawal Plan) is the reverse of SIP. Instead of investing regularly, you withdraw a fixed amount monthly from your mutual fund investment. The remaining corpus continues to earn market returns. It's ideal for retirees or anyone needing regular income from investments.
How is SWP taxed in India?
SWP taxation is more efficient than FD interest. Only the capital gains portion of each withdrawal is taxed. For equity funds held >1 year, LTCG of 10% applies on gains above ₹1 lakh per year. For debt funds, gains are added to income and taxed at your slab rate. The principal portion is tax-free.
Is SWP better than FD for retirement income?
SWP can be more tax-efficient and provide higher real returns than FD. In FD, entire interest is taxable at slab rate (30% for high earners). In SWP, only gains are taxed at lower rates. However, SWP carries market risk while FD has guaranteed principal.
What happens if markets fall during my SWP?
During market downturns, you'll redeem more units for the same withdrawal amount, which depletes your corpus faster. This is called 'sequence of returns risk'. Solutions: (1) Keep 1-2 years expenses in liquid funds, (2) Reduce withdrawals during bear markets, (3) Use balanced funds to reduce volatility.
What is a safe withdrawal rate for retirement?
The famous '4% rule' suggests withdrawing 4% of corpus annually (adjusted for inflation) for a 30-year retirement. With higher Indian equity returns (12%), a 5-6% withdrawal rate may be sustainable. However, this varies with market conditions and individual circumstances.
Can I change my SWP amount?
Yes, SWP is fully flexible. You can increase, decrease, pause, or stop withdrawals anytime without penalty. This is a major advantage over FD where you're locked into fixed interest payouts. Most fund houses allow online SWP modifications.
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