Looking for a safe way to grow your savings?
India’s largest public sector lender, State Bank of India (SBI), is currently offering attractive interest rates on Fixed Deposits (FDs).
Interest rates range from 3.05% to 7.05%, depending on the tenure and customer category.
You can open an FD for as little as 7 days — and for as long as 10 years.
But one particular scheme is drawing a lot of attention.
Highest Returns for Senior and Very Senior Citizens
SBI’s special 444-day “Amrit Varshi” FD scheme is offering some of the highest rates right now.
Here’s what customers can earn:
6.45% for general citizens
6.95% for senior citizens
7.05% for very senior citizens
For regular 5-year FDs, SBI is offering:
6.05% for general citizens
7.05% for senior citizens
7.15% for very senior citizens
Longer tenures between 5 to 10 years generally offer better returns, especially for senior and very senior citizens.
How ₹1 Lakh Can Grow in 5 Years
Let’s understand this with a simple example.
If a general citizen deposits ₹1,00,000 in a 5-year FD:
Maturity amount: ₹1,35,018
Total interest earned: ₹35,018
If a senior citizen deposits ₹1,00,000 for 5 years:
Maturity amount: ₹1,41,826
Total interest earned: ₹41,826
If a very senior citizen deposits ₹1,00,000 for 5 years:
Maturity amount: ₹1,42,524
Total interest earned: ₹42,524
That means a very senior citizen can earn over ₹42,000 in fixed interest on a ₹1 lakh deposit.
Is It a Good Option?
Fixed Deposits remain one of the safest investment choices for conservative investors.
With guaranteed returns and flexible tenure options, SBI’s FD schemes can be suitable for those who want steady and predictable income.
If you are planning to park your money safely while earning fixed interest, this could be worth considering.