Taxation under senior citizen fixed deposit scheme
- Taxation: Interest earned on Senior Citizen FDs is taxable as part of the senior citizen's total income.
- TDS Deduction: Financial institutions deduct TDS at 10% if the annual interest income exceeds Rs. 5,000.
- Section 80TTB Deduction: Senior citizens are eligible for a tax deduction of up to Rs. 50,000 on interest earnings under Section 80TTB of the Income Tax Act, reducing their taxable income.
- Form 15H: Senior citizens whose total income falls below the taxable threshold can submit Form 15H to their bank, ensuring no TDS is deducted from their interest income.
Use the Fixed Deposit Calculator to estimate your returns and maximize your savings with Bajaj Finance’s highest Senior Citizen FD rates
Benefits of Senior Citizen Fixed Deposit Rates
- Higher interest earnings: Senior citizen FDs offer additional interest (usually 0.25%–0.50%) over regular rates, helping maximise returns. Compare latest FD Interest Rates to choose the best option.
- Regular income options: These FDs provide flexible payout frequencies—monthly, quarterly, half-yearly, or yearly—ensuring a steady income stream to manage day-to-day expenses comfortably after retirement.
- Low-risk investment: Fixed Deposits are considered safe, offering guaranteed returns and capital protection, making them a dependable choice for conservative investors seeking stability.
- Liquidity through loans: In case of emergencies, you can avail a loan against your FD without breaking it, ensuring access to funds while continuing to earn interest.
- Simple and convenient: Opening and managing an FD is straightforward, with minimal documentation and easy online or offline processes, ideal for hassle-free investing.
- Supports retirement planning: With predictable returns and low risk, senior citizen FDs help build financial security and ensure peace of mind during retirement years.
Eligibility for Senior Citizen Fixed Deposit
All resident Indians above the age of 60 years of age can apply for a senior citizen FD. The investor must have completed 60 years on the date on which he/she Open FD with Bajaj Finance.
Non-Resident Indians (NRIs), Persons of Indian Origin (PIO) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) can connect with our representative or write to us at wecare@bajajfinserv.in.
Documents Required for Senior Citizen FD Account
Below are the documents required for applying to Senior citizen fixed deposit by Bajaj Finance.
- PAN Card
- FD account opening application form
- KYC Documents (Aadhar card/passport/driving license/voter ID)
- Passport-size photographs
- Form 15H or self-declaration form
Premature withdrawal of senior citizen fixed deposit
Investing in a Bajaj Finance online FD is quick and easy. Follow the steps below:
- Click on 'Invest Online' to open our online form
- Enter your phone number, date of birth and OTP
- Existing customers only need to verify their details
- If you’re a new customer, you will be asked to enter your basic details for KYC
- Choose the deposit amount, tenor, interest payout type and your bank details
- Pay the amount with net banking or UPI
After a successful payment, your deposit will be booked, and you’ll receive a confirmation via email and SMS within 15 minutes.