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PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme
The PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme is a specialized term deposit plan by Punjab National Bank (PNB) designed to cater to the financial needs of senior citizens. It provides attractive interest rates and additional benefits tailored to enhance the financial security and comfort of elderly depositors.
Guaranteed Return
Includes Life Cover
Completely Tax Free+
3 Benefits, 1 Plan
Maximum returns offered by:
6.9%* (Tax-Free)
Guaranteed Plan
(By Insurance companies)4.6%* (After Tax)
Fixed Deposit
(Offered by Banks)4.0%*
Savings Account
(Post Office)Get Guaranteed returns upto 6.9%*
Fully Tax-Free, Life Cover Included
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PNB FD Interest Rates for Domestic/NRO Term Deposits (Below Rs. 3 Crore)
Information About
Guaranteed Return Plans
Returns Before Tax
6.9%* (TAX-FREE)
Returns After Tax
6.9%*
Guaranteed Returns
Yes
Life Cover
Yes
Tax on Profit
Tax Free*
Risk
No Risk
Fixed Deposits
Returns Before Tax
7% (TAXABLE)
Returns After Tax
4.8%
Guaranteed Returns
Yes
Life Cover
No
Tax on Profit
Taxable
Risk
Low Risk
Debt Mutual Fund
Returns Before Tax
8% (TAXABLE)
Returns After Tax
5.5%
Guaranteed Returns
No
Life Cover
No
Tax on Profit
Taxable
Risk
High Risk
*For annual premium upto ₹5 Lacs
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PNB FD Interest Rates for Domestic/NRO Term Deposits (Rs. 3 Crore – 10 Crore)
| Period | Revised Rates For General Citizen W.E.F. 10.06.2024 (%) |
| 7 days to 14 days | 6.00 |
| 15 days to 29 days | 6.00 |
| 30 days to 45 days | 6.00 |
| 46 days to 60 days | 6.40 |
| 61 days to 90 days | 6.60 |
| 91 to 179 days | 6.50 |
| 180 days to 270 Days | 6.65 |
| 271 days to 299 Days | 6.75 |
| 300 Days | 6.75 |
| 300 Days to < 1 Year | 6.75 |
| 1 Year | 7.25 |
| > 1 Year to 399 Days | 6.80 |
| 400 days | 6.80 |
| 401 days to 2 years | 6.80 |
| > 2 year to 3 years | 6.50 |
| > 3 year to 1203 days | 6.25 |
| 1204 days** | 6.15 |
| 1205 days to 5 years | 6.25 |
| > 5 years to 1894 days | 5.60 |
| 1895 days** | 5.45 |
| 1896 days to 10 years | 5.60 |
Features of PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme
The key features of PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme are as follows:
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Deposit Amount: Minimum Rs. 100/-, multiples of Re. 1/- up to Rs. 1,99,99,999/-.
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Period of Deposit: Income Option: 1 to 10 years in chosen months/quarters. Maturity Option: 1 to 10 years, including incomplete quarters.
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Interest: Card Rate per IRMD guidelines + 0.50% for Senior Citizens from age 60.
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Interest Options:
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Income Option: Quarterly at simple interest or monthly at a discounted rate.
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Maturity Option: Compounded quarterly, paid at maturity.
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Premature Withdrawal: Allowed with lower contractual or applicable rate, no penalty post age 60.
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Demand Loan/Overdraft: Deposits above Rs. 10,000/- eligible on request. Overdraft available the next day.
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Values under Different Options:
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Maturity Option: Senior Citizen status required from age 60 for additional interest.
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Income Option: Interest adjusts automatically on attaining Senior Citizen status.
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Points to Remember:
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Savings/Current account mandatory.
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Date of birth mandatory.
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No additional benefit if Senior Citizen status is not attained before death.
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Existing depositors can switch with proof of age, old deposits cancelled without penalty.
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Confirmation of Deposit (CD) reflects applicable interest rate from Senior Citizen status date.
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Eligibility Criteria for PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme
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Individuals aged 55 years and above, up to 60 years.
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Can be opened singly or jointly with others. For joint deposits, the senior citizen must be the first holder.
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Illiterate and blind persons aged 55 years and above can also open accounts.
FD interest rates India have fallen consistently over the last 12 years.
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Age Verification for PNB Pranam Fixed Deposit Scheme
The following documents are required at the time of account opening of this investment option:
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Secondary School leaving Certificate
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LIC Policy
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Voters Identity Card
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Pension Payment Order (if applicable)
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Birth Certificate issued by competent authority
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Passport
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Driving License
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PAN Card
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Any other satisfactory proof as determined by the Branch Manager.
Branch Verification:
Verification is conducted at the branch level for both new and existing customers.
PNB Interest Rates for Tax Saver Fixed Deposit Scheme
| Rates For General Citizens (%) | Rates For Sr. Citizen (%) | |
| 5 Years | 6.50 | 7.00 |
| > 5 Years to 1894 days | 6.50 | 7.00 |
| 1895 days | 6.35 | 6.85 |
| 1895 days to 10 years | 6.50 | 7.00 |
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*All savings are provided by the insurer as per the IRDAI approved
insurance plan. Standard T&C Apply
+ Trad plans with a premium above 5 lakhs would be taxed as per
applicable tax slabs post 31st march 2023
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