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What is Child Education Expenses Calculator?

Preparing for a child's future is one of parents' most crucial financial goals. From education to other life necessities, an effective plan helps your child realize his or her wishes and dreams. The Child Expenses Calculator is a comprehensive tool developed to estimate the financial needs of your child's education, upbringing, and other relevant expenses, including inflation and investment growth and their impact.

Why Plan for a Child's Future Early?

The cost of education in India is assumed to grow annually by 7-10%. You can stay ahead of the race and reduce the costs of your child's future by starting the process as soon as possible. This tool is indeed the ultimate remedy for parents, preventing them from falling into financial pressures and ensuring that their kids' futures are taken care of with the necessary planning and investment.
Plan Today for a Brighter Tomorrow
One of the important things to do is to use the Child Expenses Calculator to create a financial plan and manage time to ensure your child can fulfill his dreams. You can steer your child through effective financial management by saving for college. At the same time, this tool is your buddy to optimal financial management if you are dealing with overall parenting expenses.

Key Features of the Child Expenses Calculator (Baby Budget Calculator)

Child's Current age and Future age when money is required
Enter your child's name, current age, and the number of age when you want the amount of money. Define when the funds are required, such as when higher education begins, or money is needed.
Required Amount
Based on today's values, specify the total amount needed for future expenses, such as college fees or tuition.
Current Investments
Add the value of your current investments toward your child's future expenses.
Inflation and Return Rates
  • Expected Inflation Rate: Adjust the rates to account for the rising cost of education and living expenses in India. This will ensure greater security regarding savings.
  • Assumed Rate of Return: Enter the return percentages for your current and potential fresh investments.
Investment Options
To help you meet your financial goals, we suggest two investment strategies based on two different rates of return scenarios, including lumpsum amounts or monthly SIPs (Systematic Investment Plans).

Outputs Provided by the Calculator

Inflated Cost of Funds Required
Projects the total amount needed at the required age, adjusted for inflation.
Future Value of Current Investments
Calculates the expected growth of your current investments by the time funds are needed.
Balance Funds Required
Determines the additional amount needed after considering your current investments and their projected growth.
Investment Suggestions

Offers multiple investment options to achieve your goals, including:

  • Monthly SIPs for various durations (e.g., 5, 10, or 13 years).
  • Lumpsum investment is required today to cover future expenses.

Example of Calculator Insights

Scenario

A parent planning for higher education when their child turns 18.

  • Child's Current Age: 5 years
  • Required Amount: ₹1,00,00,000
  • Inflation Rate 1: 7%
  • Assumed Rate of Return (Fresh Investment):14%
  • Outputs- 1 :
    • Inflated Cost of Funds: ₹2,40,98,450
    • Monthly SIP for 13 years: ₹46,036
    • Monthly SIP for 5 years: ₹140,181
    • Monthly SIP for 10 years: ₹69,895
    • Lumpsum Required Today: ₹34,95,921
  • Assumed Rate of Return (Fresh Investment): 12%
  • Outputs- 2 :
    • Inflated Cost of Funds: ₹2,40,98,450
    • Monthly SIP for 13 years: ₹51,033
    • Monthly SIP for 5 years: ₹1,32,650
    • Monthly SIP for 10 years: ₹73,017
    • Lumpsum Required Today: ₹51,03,343

Formulas Used in the Calculator

1. Future Value of Education Cost (Inflated Cost):
FV=PV×(1+i)n
2. Calculate the Balance Funds Required
Balance Funds Required=Inflated Cost−Future Value of Current Investments
3. Monthly SIP Calculation:
SIP=FV×r/ (1+r)n-1
4. Lump Sum Investment Required Today:
PV= FV/ (1+r)n

Benefits of Using the Child Expenses Calculator

Accurate Financial Forecasting for the Baby
Projects the exact amount needed for future expenses by considering inflation and returns for your children's future.
Accurate Investment Planning
From now on, you can get accurate strategic planning for saving for your child's educational study.
Customizable Inputs
You can adjust inflation rates, current investments, and return rates for personalized baby experience calculations.
Flexible for Multiple Goals
Applicable for various milestones, such as higher education, extracurricular programs, or even international studies.
Disclaimer

The data and information provided in this calculator are from reliable sources, but we make no guarantees about its accuracy or completeness. We are not responsible for any loss or actions based on this information. Users should verify the contents independently.

Investments in mutual funds are sensitive to market risks. Always consult with your mutual fund advisor before investing.

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