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FD rate up to 8.3% for senior citizens
Published 4 July 2026 ยท india
Synopsis Senior citizens can now secure fixed deposit interest rates up to 8.3% for a three-year term with select small finance banks, offering a lucrative
Synopsis Senior citizens can now secure fixed deposit interest rates up to 8.3% for a three-year term with select small finance banks, offering a lucrative opportunity for savings. While deposits are insured up to Rs 5 lakh, experts advise caution. TDS is deducted if FD interest exceeds Rs 1 lakh annually, but eligible individuals can avoid this by submitting Form 15H.
Published: July 4, 2026 โข 2:20 PM IST ยท Updated: July 4, 2026 โข 3:07 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
Synopsis Senior citizens can now secure fixed deposit interest rates up to 8.3% for a three-year term with select small finance banks, offering a lucrative opportunity for savings.
While deposits are insured up to Rs 5 lakh, experts advise caution.
TDS is deducted if FD interest exceeds Rs 1 lakh annually, but eligible individuals can avoid this by submitting Form 15H.