FD Interest Rate: IndusInd Bank has raised the interest rates for its fixed deposits (FD). Currently, when opening a Fixed Deposit account in the bank, regular citizens will receive an annual interest rate ranging from 3.50% to 7.99%, while senior citizens will receive a rate of 4% to 8.49%. These updated rates apply to fixed deposits below Rs 3 crore and have been in effect since 26 November 2024.
This technique can help you
Don’t deposit Rs 10 lakh in a single FD if you plan to invest in FDs. Instead, split it into 9 fixed deposits worth Rs 1 lakh each and 2 fixed deposits worth Rs 50,000 each. If necessary, you can break one or two of your fixed deposits and protect the remaining ones. This technique will assist you in keeping your liquidity levels in check.
Before, interest on fixed deposits was only disbursed on a quarterly or annual basis. Currently, several banks offer the choice of making monthly payments. You have the flexibility to select monthly, quarterly, or yearly interest based on your requirements. You have the option to borrow against an FD as well. The bank offers loans of up to 90% of your FD’s total value. If your fixed deposit is worth Rs 1.5 lakh, you are eligible for a loan of up to Rs 1.35 lakh. Nonetheless, an additional 1-2% interest will need to be paid on the loan compared to the interest earned on the FD. For instance, if you are earning a 6% interest rate on your fixed deposit, the interest rate for the loan will be around 7-8%.
Senior citizens receive an additional 0.50% interest rate on fixed deposits from the majority of banks. Having a senior citizen living in the household can result in higher returns when opening a fixed deposit account in their name. This choice is advantageous for investments that are meant to last a long time.