HDFC Fixed Deposit

HDFC is one of the leading fixed deposit providers in the country. The Bank offers FD with flexible tenures ranging between 1 year to 7 years. Apart from that, HDFC FD offers regular returns on fixed deposit ranging between 5.85% to 6.25%. For senior citizens, the interest rates on fixed deposits range between 6.10% to 6.50%. In addition to that, HDFC fixed deposit plans offer tailor-made fixed deposit products for different kinds of fixed deposit investors.

Different type of HDFC term deposit products offered to the investors are listed as follows:

Description:

• Under Regular Fixed Deposit, the depositor is allowed to make investment into the deposit to earn attractive and higher returns along with a flexibility and security.
• Rated AAA by both CRISIL and ICRA
• Attractive and assured returns
• High return for senior citizens
• Nomination facility is available
• Facility of loan against deposit

Eligibility:

• Resident Indians, private or public limited company, hindu undivided family, trust and partnership firm

HDFC fixed deposit is a popular investment option due to a number of benefits it provides to the FD investors. Some of these are listed as follows:

• Guaranteed returns: The best thing about HDFC FD is that it offers guaranteed and assured returns to the investors. The return offered on fixed deposit is regulated by the Bank on a monthly, or quarterly basis, as per the Bank’s choice. Currently, HDFC offers FD rates up to 6.25%. The interest rates offered on HDFC FD is not only assured but also way higher than a savings account.
• Insured by the Government: The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation offers deposit insurance of ₹ 5 Lakh to fixed deposits across all banks. As HDFC is a HFC, deposits are not covered under insurance. However, credit rating agencies give ratings to your deposits, which give a good understanding of savings. Investing in a FD with a FD provider with the highest rating of AAA, rated by ICRA and CRISIL, is a reliable investment option.Thus, HDFC term deposit is safe and secure, as the funds are backed by the government no matter what the current situation of the Bank is.
• Loan against FD: The investment made in FD scheme is not only a reliable investment option but can also act as an asset. This is because HDFC fixed deposit allows one to borrow a secured loan against HDFC FD. The Bank allows a loan up to 90-95% of the FD amount. The best part about HDFC loan against fixed deposit is that one does not need to break his or her FD to borrow the loan.
Loan Against Fixed Deposit
• Flexible tenures: HDFC FD offers the investors the flexibility to choose the investment tenure as per their convenience. HDFC offers fixed deposit for a minimum tenure of up to a maximum tenure of 7 years. HDFC offers different interest rates across FD tenures.
• Flexible investment: Apart from the flexibility of tenure, HDFC fixed deposit offers the flexibility of funds to FD investors as funds can be invested with a minimum amount of Rs. 5,000. Apart from that, one can invest in the HDFC FD up to a maximum of No Limit.

Though a fixed deposit with HDFC means depositing funds for a fixed period of time in expectation of a regular return. However, keeping in view the instability in the markets, the Bank allows premature withdrawals of funds from a fixed deposit. This means that investors can withdraw their funds before the date of maturity to fulfil their urgent financial conditions.

Withdrawing funds prematurely from HDFC will attract an interest rate lowered by Allowed below the effective rate on the date of booking the FD. The penalty charged on fixed deposits is valid only on fixed deposits with a tenure greater than seven days. In case of premature withdrawal of HDFC fixed deposits with tenure less than seven days, the bank does not pay any interest.

HDFC FD facility can be availed by the following type of investors:

• Indian Citizens
• Members of HUFs or the Hindu Undivided Family
• Business firms
• Local governing bodies
• Government departments
• Employees of private limited companies
• Trust accounts

HDFC fixed deposit requires one to submit the following documents:

• Passport size photographs
• Identity proofs such as Aadhar card, passport, PAN card, and driving license.
• Address proofs such as passport, ration card, utility bills such as water, gas or electricity bill.
• Age proof such as birth certificate, matriculation passing certificate, and Voter ID card.
• Bank account details such as passbook and account number.

✅What is the loan against FD repayment tenure?

HDFC offers the loan against FD facility to the FD investors with a repayment tenure of up to 7 years.

✅ What is the minimum investment for FDs under HDFC?

HDFC FD can be availed with a minimum deposit of Rs. 5,000.

✅ What is the minimum amount for a fixed deposit in HDFC?

The minimum amount required for a fixed deposit investment in HDFC fixed deposit is Rs. 5,000.

✅ What is the current interest rate on FD in HDFC?

Currently, HDFC offers an interest rate ranging between 5.85% to 6.25% on its fixed deposits.

✅ What is the penalty for early withdrawal?

The penalty for early withdrawal ranges between 0.5% to 1% in most cases, based on the loan amount and tenure.

✅ What is the minimum FD tenure for which a fixed Deposit account can be opened in HDFC?

HDFC fixed deposit can be opened with a minimum tenure of 1 year.