A Fixed Deposit (FD) is a popular and secure investment option offered by banks, financial institutions, and post offices. It allows you to invest a lump sum amount for a fixed tenure, typically ranging from 7 days to 10 years, at an agreed-upon interest rate. The best part about a Fixed Deposit is that you earn higher interest rates than regular savings accounts, while your principal remains safe and secure.
With a Fixed Deposit, your investment earns interest over a predetermined period, and the entire amount, including interest, is paid back to you at the end of the tenure. FDs are ideal for individuals looking for low-risk investments that provide guaranteed returns and are often used by those looking to build wealth steadily for future needs, such as retirement, education, or major life events.
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Overview
Higher rate of interest; lesser liquidity
Duration: 07 days to 10 years
3 types: TDR/STDR
Min tenure: TDR : 07days
Min tenure: STDR : 12 months
Max tenure: All : 10 years
Interest application: TDR- non cumulative
Interest application: STDR - cumulative (12 months to 120 months)
Types
TDR
Simple rate of interest
Normally opened for period less than a year though can be issued for up to 10 years
Interest payout possible on quarterly intervals
STDR
Compounded rate of interest
Can be opened for any number of years: 1 to 10/quarters: 4 to 40
During deposit mobilization drives special STDR schemes are introduced for specific number of days such as 555 or 777 etc.
Eligibility Requirements
Constitution: Individuals/ Proprietorship / Partnership / Firms/Trust/Society/ Hindu Undivided Families /Company / Club / Association/ Joint stock companies/ Any other entities as permitted by RBI.
Fixed deposits can be opened by visiting nearest UGB branch
Documents
Proof of Address and identity
Photographs
Rates & Others
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