Central Bank of India FD Interest Rates 2026
Central Bank of India offers fixed deposits from 7 days to 10 years at 3.00% – 6.30% for regular customers and up to 6.80% for senior citizens. Public-sector bank founded in 1911.
Rate card effective 10 Dec 2025 · Checked 30 September 2026Central Bank fixed deposit at a glance
Central Bank’s best rate for regular depositors is in the 444 / 555 days bucket. A plain 1-year FD earns 6.20% and a 5-year FD 6.00%, so longer is not better here — the bank pays less for 5 years than for 1 year.
Central Bank FD interest rates — full rate card
Domestic term deposits below ₹3 crore, effective 10 Dec 2025. Highlighted rows are the best-paying buckets.
| Tenure | General (p.a.) | Senior citizen (p.a.) | ₹1 lakh earns in 1 yr* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 – 14 days | 3.00% | 3.50% | ₹3,000 (simple) |
| 15 – 30 days | 3.50% | 4.00% | ₹3,500 (simple) |
| 31 – 45 days | 3.50% | 4.00% | ₹3,500 (simple) |
| 46 – 59 days | 4.25% | 4.75% | ₹4,250 (simple) |
| 60 – 90 days | 4.25% | 4.75% | ₹4,250 (simple) |
| 91 – 179 days | 4.50% | 5.00% | ₹4,500 (simple) |
| 180 – 270 days | 5.00% | 5.50% | ₹5,000 (simple) |
| 271 – 364 days | 5.00% | 5.50% | ₹5,095 |
| 365 – 729 days | 6.20% | 6.70% | ₹6,346 |
| 444 days | 6.30% | 6.80% | ₹6,450 |
| 555 days | 6.30% | 6.80% | ₹6,450 |
| 730 – 1094 days | 6.25% | 6.75% | ₹6,398 |
| 1111 days | 6.25% | 6.75% | ₹6,398 |
| 1095 – 1824 days | 6.00% | 6.50% | ₹6,136 |
| 1825 – 3650 days | 6.00% | 6.50% | ₹6,136 |
* Interest for a full year at that rate with quarterly compounding (simple interest shown for buckets below 6 months). Source: www.policybazaar.com, compiled 27 September 2026. Always confirm on the bank’s website — rates can change without notice.
Special FD schemes
| Scheme | Tenure | General | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| 444 Days | 444 days | 6.30% | 6.80% |
| 555 Days | 555 days | 6.30% | 6.80% |
| 1111 Days | 1111 days | 6.25% | 6.75% |
How much will your money grow?
| Tenure | Rate (general / senior) | ₹1 lakh becomes | ₹5 lakh becomes | ₹5 lakh (senior) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 6.20% / 6.70% | ₹1,06,346 | ₹5,31,728 | ₹5,34,351 |
| 2 years | 6.25% / 6.75% | ₹1,13,205 | ₹5,66,027 | ₹5,71,624 |
| 3 years | 6.00% / 6.50% | ₹1,19,562 | ₹5,97,809 | ₹6,06,704 |
| 5 years | 6.00% / 6.50% | ₹1,34,686 | ₹6,73,428 | ₹6,90,210 |
Cumulative FD, quarterly compounding, before tax. “—” means the published card has no slab for that exact tenure.
Central Bank FD calculator
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Central Bank FD rates for senior citizens
Resident Indians aged 60 or more get 0.5% extra at the best tenure (444 / 555 days). Senior citizens also enjoy a ₹1 lakh TDS threshold and a deduction of up to ₹50,000 on deposit interest under Sec 80TTB (old regime).
| Tenure | Senior rate | Monthly income on ₹10 lakh | Quarterly income on ₹10 lakh |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 6.70% | ₹5,552 | ₹16,750 |
| 2 years | 6.75% | ₹5,593 | ₹16,875 |
| 3 years | 6.50% | ₹5,387 | ₹16,250 |
| 5 years | 6.50% | ₹5,387 | ₹16,250 |
Policybazaar headline says highest 6.25%/6.75% but its table lists 6.30%/6.80% for 444/555 days; super seniors +0.75%
Compare with SCSS (8.2%) and senior FD rates at other banks →
Rules, charges & services
| Feature | Central Bank FD |
|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | ₹100 |
| Premature withdrawal | As per bank policy; differs for callable vs non-callable deposits |
| Payout options | Cumulative (quarterly compounding, paid at maturity) or monthly / quarterly interest payout |
| Loan / overdraft against FD | Usually up to 90% of the deposit at FD rate + 1% to 2% (not on tax-saver FD) |
| Nomination | Up to 4 nominees — simultaneous or successive (from 1 Nov 2025) |
| On maturity | Auto-renew for the same tenure at the prevailing rate, or credit to savings; unclaimed matured deposits earn the lower of savings rate and contracted rate |
| Deposit insurance | DICGC up to ₹5 lakh per depositor across all Central Bank branches |
Tax on Central Bank FD interest
| Point | Rule |
|---|---|
| Taxability | Added to income, taxed at slab rate (“income from other sources”) |
| TDS | 10% once interest from Central Bank exceeds ₹50,000 in a year (₹1 lakh for 60+); 20% without PAN |
| Avoid TDS | Submit Form 121 (earlier 15G/15H) if your tax liability is nil |
| Tax-saver FD | 5-year lock-in; up to ₹1.5 lakh deductible (80C / Sec 123, old regime) |
| Cumulative FD | Interest accrues and is taxable every year, not only at maturity |
How to open a Central Bank FD
- Online (existing customers)Log in to Central Bank net banking or the mobile app → Deposits → Open Fixed Deposit. Choose amount, tenure, payout and nominee, then confirm with OTP.
- New customersOpen a savings account with video KYC or at a branch, then book the FD. Some banks allow an FD without a savings account at the branch.
- At a branchFill the term-deposit form, attach KYC and pay by cheque/transfer. You get an FD advice/receipt.
- Maturity instructionChoose auto-renewal or credit to account; update it any time before maturity.
Documents
- PAN (or Form 60) — mandatory to avoid 20% TDS
- Aadhaar or other officially valid document for address
- Recent photograph (branch); senior citizens: age proof for the higher rate
Central Bank vs other public sector banks
| Bank | Highest | 1 year | 3 years | 5 years | Senior (highest) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | 6.75% | 6.25% | 6.25% | 6.30% | 7.25% |
| Bank of India | 6.70% | 6.50% | 6.70% | 6.00% | 7.45% |
| Indian Bank | 6.65% | 6.10% | 6.15% | 6.00% | 7.15% |
| Punjab National Bank | 6.60% | 6.25% | 6.30% | 6.10% | 7.10% |
| Canara Bank | 6.60% | 6.25% | 6.25% | 6.25% | 7.10% |
| Indian Overseas Bank | 6.60% | 6.50% | 6.10% | 6.10% | 7.10% |
| Union Bank of India | 6.55% | 6.20% | 6.10% | 6.00% | 7.05% |
| Bank of Maharashtra | 6.55% | 6.20% | 5.25% | 5.00% | 7.05% |
| State Bank of India | 6.45% | 6.25% | 6.30% | 6.05% | 7.05% |
| Central Bank of India | 6.30% | 6.20% | 6.00% | 6.00% | 6.80% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest FD interest rate at Central Bank of India?
Central Bank of India pays up to 6.30% p.a. to regular depositors (444 / 555 days) and up to 6.80% to senior citizens (444 / 555 days), as per its rate card effective 10 Dec 2025.
What is Central Bank’s 1-year FD rate?
For exactly one year the rate is 6.20% for general customers and 6.70% for senior citizens. ₹1 lakh grows to about ₹1,06,346.
How much will ₹1 lakh earn in a 5-year Central Bank FD?
At 6.00% compounded quarterly, ₹1 lakh becomes about ₹1,34,686 in 5 years (senior: ₹1,38,042 at 6.50%), before tax.
What is the minimum amount for an FD at Central Bank?
The minimum deposit is ₹100. Deposits of ₹3 crore and above are treated as bulk deposits with different rates.
What is the penalty for breaking an FD early?
Central Bank’s premature withdrawal penalty: As per bank policy; differs for callable vs non-callable deposits. Interest is paid at the rate applicable for the period the deposit actually ran, minus the penalty. Tax-saver FDs cannot be closed before 5 years.
Does Central Bank offer a tax-saver FD?
Yes, like all banks it offers a 5-year tax-saver FD; the rate usually equals its regular 5-year rate. The deduction is available only in the old regime.
Is my FD in Central Bank of India safe?
Central Bank of India is a public sector bank regulated by the RBI. Deposits are insured by DICGC up to ₹5 lakh per depositor (principal + interest, all branches combined).
Is TDS deducted on Central Bank FD interest?
Yes, 10% TDS applies when your total interest from Central Bank crosses ₹50,000 in a financial year (₹1 lakh for senior citizens). Submit Form 121 (earlier 15G/15H) if your tax liability is nil.
Rates are compiled from Central Bank of India’s published rate card and reputable aggregators for information and comparison only. FinancePortal is not affiliated with the bank. Confirm the current rate with the bank before investing.