Features and Tax Rebate

Time Deposit Rules

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Time Deposit


Interest Rate

Interest payable annually but calculated on quarterly basis (w.e.f.01.03.2003)

 

Account

Rates of interest

 1 year Account

6.25 %

 2 year Account

6.5 %

 3 year Account

7.25 %

 5 year Account

7.5 %

Who can Open ?

Account may be opened by an individual, i.e., Single,  Joint A/B (not more than two adults) Trust, Regimental Fund and Welfare Fund.

Interest is calculated on compounded quarterly basis and payable annually. Investment in this scheme is not exempted as per section 88 of Income Tax.


Investment Limits & Denominations

Minimum Rs. 50/- and it's multiples.
No maximum limit.
 

Features and Tax Rebate

Account may be opened by an individual, Trust, Regimental Fund and Welfare Fund.
2, 3 and 5 year accounts can be closed after one year at a discount.
Account can be closed after 6 months but before 1 year without interest.
The amount of interest earned is tax free under Section 80-L of Income Tax Act.