Central Bank of India offers its customers 4 recurring deposit schemes. One can enjoy the benefits of Central Bank of India RD interest rates by opening an RD account by choosing any one of the schemes. The minimum deposit required to open an RD account in this bank starts from as low as Rs. 100. The deposit tenure ranges from 6 months to 120 months (10 years). Senior citizens get to enjoy an extra 0.50% interest rate over the regular rates.
| Tenure | RD Rates for General Citizens | RD Rates for Senior Citizens |
| 180 days – 269 days | 4.25% | 4.75% |
| 270 days – 364 days | 4.25% | 4.75% |
| 1 year 1 day – 1 year 364 days | 5.00% | 5.50% |
| 2 years – 2 years 364 days | 5.00% | 5.50% |
| 3 years – 4 years 364 days | 5.00% | 5.50% |
| 5 years – 10 years | 5.00% | 5.50% |
The interest on CBI Recurring Deposit can be calculated with the formula:
A= P x (1+R/N) ^ (Nt)
Here,
For example, Mr. Ashok, who lives in Madhya Pradesh and is below 60 years of age, opens an RD account with the Central Bank of India with a deposit of Rs 5000 for 5 years and the applicable interest rate for him is 6.5%. Hence, upon maturity, his total interest amount will be Rs. 54,957, and his total maturity amount will be Rs Rs. 3,54,957.
If at any point in time, you want to check how much will be your maturity amount at the end of the tenure, you can take the help of the online Central Bank of India RD calculator. The process is very simple; you just have to fill in the basic details of your RD account such as the amount, tenure, and rate of interest.
CBI’s existing customers can open an account online with the help of Internet Banking. All they need is an active internet banking account in which they have to log in and open an RD account linked to the savings/current account. Those who don’t have an account with the Central Bank of India can visit the nearest CBI branch to open an account. Remember, to carry the required documents as mentioned on this page.
Central Bank of India offers 4 types of recurring deposit schemes to cater to different people with varying needs.
1. Recurring Deposit Scheme: This scheme is specifically designed for people with regular income. One of the primary reasons which make this scheme stand out is any minor above 10 years of age who can read and write can open this account. However, the monthly deposit is restricted to a maximum of Rs. 500 and the maximum maturity value should not exceed Rs. 50,000. Moreover, it offers additional rates of interest which are as follows:
2. Cent Swa-Shakti Flexi Recurring Deposit Scheme: This RD account can be opened with a minimum deposit amount of Rs. 100. Minors below 10 years of age can apply jointly with their guardians for this scheme. The attractive point of this scheme is, other than the core amount, you can also deposit additional funds. The duration of the tenure starts from 6 months to 10 years. Also, the bank doesn’t charge any penalty for delayed installment or premature withdrawal.
3. Cent Lakhpati: It is a new scheme by the Central bank of India under which one can earn an interest of 6.55% p.a. on the deposited amount. The tenure of this scheme ranges from 1 year to 10 years.
4. Cent Millionaire: Under this RD scheme, one can enjoy attractive interest rates for a period of up to 10 years.
Note: TDS will be applicable to whatever interest you earn.
Customers need to fulfill certain eligibility requirements to open a recurring deposit with the Central Bank of India, as enumerated below –
Identity proof
Address Proof
Age proof
Only senior citizens and minors applying for the Central Bank of India RD scheme need to present their age proof. Individuals can submit any of the following documents.
The bank can help you by providing some extra time period in case you miss making the payment beyond the due date due to some reasons. However, frequent irregular payments will not be accepted by the bank and a nominal amount penalty will be levied by the bank as per its banking norms.
The penalty applicable for premature withdrawal of the accumulated sum will be determined according to the applicable clauses. For some investments, a penal sum is charged in case of delayed payment towards the recurring deposit. A flat rate of Rs.1.50 per Rs.100 per month is charged if the investment period is up to 60 months, and Rs.2.00 per Rs.100 per month is charged if the investment tenor is over 60 months.
Under the Central Bank of India’s RD plan, a loan and advance facility of up to 90% of the deposit amount and accrued interest is provided. ROI is calculated as ROI on deposit +1 percent.