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SIP 4 min read30 August 2026

The Incredible Math of Step-Up SIPs

Increasing your monthly investment by just 10% each year can more than double your wealth over 15 years.

### Aligning Investments with Salary Growth Most professionals receive annual salary increments of 7% to 12%. If your SIP remains static, your savings rate effectively drops as your lifestyle expands. --- ### Static SIP vs 10% Annual Step-Up Starting with ₹5,000/month at 12% expected annual return over 15 years: * **Static SIP**: Total Invested = ₹9,00,000 | Final Value = **₹25.2 Lakhs** * **10% Step-Up SIP**: Total Invested = ₹19,06,000 | Final Value = **₹44.9 Lakhs** By boosting your contribution in lockstep with your income, you dramatically accelerate your financial milestones.

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