Several banks have recently reduced their fixed deposit interest rates , with numerous banks introducing specialised 444-day FD schemes featuring competitive rates.
These time-limited offerings seek to draw depositors looking for enhanced returns in a fluctuating interest rate climate. Below is a comprehensive analysis of schemes from four major banks, as quoted by Economic Times.
SBI's "Amrit Vrishti" delivers a 6.85% annual interest rate for regular customers. Senior citizens receive 7.35% yearly, while super senior citizens (80 years and above) enjoy 7.45% per annum. These rates commenced from May 16, 2025.
Canara Bank's 444-day deposit scheme offers 7.25% yearly interest for regular customers (deposits under Rs 3 crore), with senior citizens receiving 7.75% per annum. This programme began on April 10, 2025.
The "Square Drive Deposit Scheme" from Bank of Baroda provides 7.10% annual interest. Senior citizens qualify for 7.60%, and super senior citizens (80 years and above) can earn 7.70% yearly. These rates took effect from May 5, 2025.
Indian Bank's "IND SECURE" scheme spans 444 days, offering regular customers 7.15% yearly interest. Senior citizens receive 7.65%, whilst super senior citizens (80 and above) can secure 7.90% per annum. This scheme remains available until September 30, 2025.
Key details (Source: Bank websites as on May 20, 2025)
Tenure: 444 Days
Rates: 6.85 per cent (General), 7.35 per cent (Senior), 7.45 per cent (Super Senior)
Effective: From May 16, 2025
Rates: 7.25 per cent (General), 7.75 per cent (Senior), Not specified (Super Senior)
Effective: From April 10, 2025
Rates: 7.10 per cent (General), 7.60 per cent (Senior), 7.70 per cent (Super Senior)
Effective: From May 5, 2025
Rates: 7.15 per cent (General), 7.65 per cent (Senior), 7.90 per cent (Super Senior)
Valid Till: September 30, 2025
Note: Tenure of all schemes is 444 days
These time-limited offerings seek to draw depositors looking for enhanced returns in a fluctuating interest rate climate. Below is a comprehensive analysis of schemes from four major banks, as quoted by Economic Times.
SBI's "Amrit Vrishti" delivers a 6.85% annual interest rate for regular customers. Senior citizens receive 7.35% yearly, while super senior citizens (80 years and above) enjoy 7.45% per annum. These rates commenced from May 16, 2025.
Canara Bank's 444-day deposit scheme offers 7.25% yearly interest for regular customers (deposits under Rs 3 crore), with senior citizens receiving 7.75% per annum. This programme began on April 10, 2025.
The "Square Drive Deposit Scheme" from Bank of Baroda provides 7.10% annual interest. Senior citizens qualify for 7.60%, and super senior citizens (80 years and above) can earn 7.70% yearly. These rates took effect from May 5, 2025.
Indian Bank's "IND SECURE" scheme spans 444 days, offering regular customers 7.15% yearly interest. Senior citizens receive 7.65%, whilst super senior citizens (80 and above) can secure 7.90% per annum. This scheme remains available until September 30, 2025.
Key details (Source: Bank websites as on May 20, 2025)
- State Bank of India
Tenure: 444 Days
Rates: 6.85 per cent (General), 7.35 per cent (Senior), 7.45 per cent (Super Senior)
Effective: From May 16, 2025
- Canara Bank
Rates: 7.25 per cent (General), 7.75 per cent (Senior), Not specified (Super Senior)
Effective: From April 10, 2025
- Bank of Baroda
Rates: 7.10 per cent (General), 7.60 per cent (Senior), 7.70 per cent (Super Senior)
Effective: From May 5, 2025
- Indian Bank
Rates: 7.15 per cent (General), 7.65 per cent (Senior), 7.90 per cent (Super Senior)
Valid Till: September 30, 2025
Note: Tenure of all schemes is 444 days
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