Updated 19 Dec 2023
Financial security becomes all the more important as one progresses in age. With an understanding of this imperative need, banks like the Central Bank of India have designed offerings to ensure senior citizens enjoy the added benefits of their financial products.
One major advantage for senior citizens is the opportunity to avail higher interest rates on their FDs than the general populace. Central Bank of India's commitment to its senior citizen customers is evident through its competitive interest rates.
Tenure | Senior Citizen FD Rate |
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7 days - 14 days | 4% |
15 days - 1 month 14 days | 4.25% |
1 month 15 days - 1 month 28 days | 4.50% |
1 month 29 days - 2 months 29 days | 4.80% |
2 months 30 days - 5 months 26 days | 5% |
5 months 27 days - 11 months 29 days | 6% |
11 months 30 days - 1 year 11 months 29 days | 7.25% |
1 year 11 months 30 days - 2 years 11 months 29 days | 7% |
2 years 11 months 30 days - 9 years 11 months 28 days | 6.80% |
Note: All interest rates shown above are as on 4th Aug 2023
Identity Proofs
Address Proof
Age proof is mandatory to avail of a Senior Citizen FD account.
How much extra interest do senior citizens get on their FDs?
The precise added interest can differ, but senior citizens generally receive a rate that's 0.50% higher than standard rates. Nonetheless, this can alter based on the bank's guidelines.
Can a senior citizen avail of this benefit on joint accounts?
For joint accounts, if the first account holder qualifies as a senior citizen, the senior citizen FD rate is typically applied.
Is the heightened interest rate for senior citizens applicable on Tax-saving FDs as well?
Yes, the preferential rate for senior citizens usually applies to all FD types, including Tax-saving FDs.
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