Many banks in the country offer special FD schemes that provide higher interest rates than regular fixed deposits (FD). Currently, the country’s largest bank, SBI, is offering two special schemes to its customers, with deadlines approaching. The State Bank of India’s Amrit Vrishti and Amrit Kalash Yojana will be closing soon, with the deadline set for March 31, 2025. Both schemes offer returns of over 7% for general citizens. Additionally, senior citizens are receiving an extra 0.50% interest. Customers should take advantage of these offers before the last date.

SBI Amrit Vrishti Scheme

The SBI Amrit Vrishti Yojana was launched on July 15, 2024, with a deadline of March 31, 2025. Under this scheme, the bank is offering 7.25% interest for a fixed deposit (FD) tenure of 444 days for general citizens. Senior citizens will receive a 7.75% return. The minimum investment amount is Rs 1,000, and there is no maximum limit.

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SBI Amrit Kalash Scheme

The SBI Amrit Kalash scheme is another special offering from the bank. In this scheme, general citizens receive 7.10% interest for a tenure of 400 days. Senior citizens can avail of 7.60% interest. Both domestic and NRI customers are eligible to benefit from this scheme.

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Regular FD Interest Rates

  1. 7 to 45 days: 3.50%
  2. 46 to 179 days: 5.50%
  3. 180 to 210 days: 6.25%
  4. 211 days to less than 1 year: 6.50%
  5. 1 year to less than 2 years: 6.80%
  6. 1 year: 7.10%
  7. 2 years: 7.40%
  8. 2 years to less than 3 years: 7%
  9. 3 years to less than 5 years: 6.75%
  10. 5 years to 10 years: 6.50%

How to Apply for SBI Amrit Vrishti & Amrit Kalash FD

1. Online (Net Banking/YONO App)

  • Log in to SBI Net Banking or the YONO App.
  • Go to the Fixed Deposit section.
  • Select Amrit Vrishti (444 days) or Amrit Kalash (400 days).
  • Enter the amount (min ₹1,000) & confirm the deposit.

2. Offline (SBI Branch)

  • Visit the nearest SBI branch.
  • Fill out the FD application form.
  • Submit KYC documents & deposit amount.
  • Get the FD receipt as confirmation.