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Total Interest Amount
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With FDs, you can opt to receive your interest earnings every month, and this could be a wise move for many investors. Depending on the tenor, the monthly interest on a fixed deposit of ₹3 Lakhs could go up to ₹2,500 or even higher, if you get the right rate.
However, in most cases, the tenor is the deciding factor, as longer investments generally lead to better returns. You could use the FD interest calculator to get an idea of the potential returns on your FD investment.
The interest rate offered for an FD could affect the amount of monthly payouts. Generally, the higher the annual interest on an FD of ₹3 Lakhs, the better your returns.
Here is an estimate of the monthly interest payout you would receive at different interest rates over a tenor of 5 years.
Deposit Amount |
Interest Rate (p.a.) |
Monthly Interest Payout |
₹3 Lakhs |
6.00% |
₹1,500 |
₹3 Lakhs |
6.50% |
₹1,625 |
₹3 Lakhs |
7.00% |
₹1,750 |
₹3 Lakhs |
7.50% |
₹1,875 |
₹3 Lakhs |
8.00% |
₹2,000 |
₹3 Lakhs |
8.50% |
₹2,125 |
₹3 Lakhs |
9.00% |
₹2,250 |
₹3 Lakhs |
9.50% |
₹2,375 |
₹3 Lakhs |
10.00% |
₹2,500 |
Disclaimer: The monthly interest payouts mentioned above are indicative. It is imperative to check the actual returns before investing.
Check out the monthly payouts you can receive based on different interest rates on an FD of ₹3 Lakhs over a tenor of 60 months.
Bank/NBFC/HFC |
Non-senior Citizen (p.a.) |
Monthly Interest Payout |
Senior Citizen (p.a.) |
Monthly Interest Payout |
8.10% |
₹2,025 |
8.35% |
₹2,088 |
|
7.65% |
₹1,913 |
7.85% |
₹1,963 |
|
8.10% |
₹2,025 |
8.35% |
₹2,088 |
|
LIC Housing Finance Ltd |
7.75% |
₹1,938 |
8.00% |
₹2,000 |
8.47% |
₹2,118 |
8.97% |
₹2,243 |
|
7.25% |
₹1,813 |
7.75% |
₹1,938 |
|
7.20% |
₹1,800 |
7.70% |
₹1,925 |
|
ICICI Bank |
7.00% |
₹1,750 |
7.50% |
₹1,875 |
HDFC Bank |
7.00% |
₹1,750 |
7.50% |
₹1,875 |
IDFC First Bank |
7.00% |
₹1,750 |
7.50% |
₹1,875 |
Axis Bank |
7.10% |
₹1,775 |
7.60% |
₹1,900 |
IndusInd Bank |
7.25% |
₹1,813 |
7.75% |
₹1,938 |
7.25% |
₹1,813 |
8.00% |
₹2,000 |
|
Kotak Mahindra Bank |
6.20% |
₹1,550 |
6.70% |
₹1,675 |
Disclaimer: The above-mentioned rates are effective from April 2024 and are subject to change at the issuer’s discretion.
With this understanding of your estimated returns on an FD of ₹3 Lakhs, you can now make an informed decision and invest appropriately. Browse FD issuers offering competitive interest rates on Bajaj Markets and book your fixed deposit today.
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As per Section 194A of the Income Tax Act, 1961, annual interest exceeding ₹40,000 or ₹50,000 if you’re a senior citizen, is subject to 10% TDS.
To open an FD account, you generally need to meet the requirements set by the issuing bank or NBFC. This may include being an Indian citizen aged above 18 years.
To open an FD account, you need to provide your PAN card, KYC documents, proof of identity, and photographs to the issuing bank or NBFC.
The monthly interest earned on a fixed deposit depends on the interest rate and the chosen tenor. For example, if you invest in an FD of ₹3 Lakhs for 5 years at 7.15% p.a., you could earn ₹1,788 as monthly interest.
Yes, withdrawing your fixed deposit before maturity may attract penalties, depending on the terms and conditions set by the issuer. Generally, premature withdrawal entails a reduction in the interest rate earned on the deposit or a flat penalty.
If you do not renew your fixed deposit after maturity, the issuer will credit the deposit amount and any accrued unpaid interest to your linked bank account. If you wish to continue with the deposit, you have the option to renew it for another term.
No, fixed deposits do not allow additional deposits once the account is opened. However, you can open a new fixed deposit account and deposit additional funds separately if you wish to invest further.
Yes, fixed deposits up to ₹5 Lakhs are insured under the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) scheme in India. This is applicable for all bank issued FDs.