SBI Fixed Deposit (FD) Calculator
About SBI Fixed Deposit Calculator
The State Bank of India (SBI) Fixed Deposit scheme is one of the safest investment options available to Indian citizens. It allows you to deposit a lump sum amount for a fixed tenure, ranging from 7 days to 10 years, earning a higher rate of interest than a standard savings account. This calculator helps you estimate your maturity amount and interest earned based on current rates.
How Interest is Calculated
While Short Term Deposits (less than 6 months) may calculate simple interest at maturity, standard SBI Term Deposits calculate interest compounded quarterly. This means the interest you earn every quarter is added to your principal, and subsequent interest is calculated on this increased amount.
The formula used in this calculator for compound interest is:
A = P x (1 + r/n) ^ (n x t)
- A: Maturity Amount
- P: Principal Deposit Amount
- r: Annual Interest Rate (in decimal)
- n: Number of compounding periods per year (SBI standard is 4)
- t: Tenure in years
Key Features of SBI Fixed Deposits
- Security: Being a public sector bank, SBI FDs are considered extremely low-risk.
- Liquidity: Premature withdrawal is generally allowed (subject to a small penalty, typically 0.50% to 1%).
- Loans: You can avail of a loan or overdraft against your SBI FD, usually up to 90% of the deposit value.
- Tax Saving: SBI Tax Savings Scheme 2006 (5-year lock-in) qualifies for deduction under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.
TDS on Fixed Deposits
Interest earned on Fixed Deposits is fully taxable. The bank deducts Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) if the interest income exceeds ₹40,000 in a financial year for general citizens (₹50,000 for senior citizens). If your total income is below the taxable limit, you can submit Form 15G (General) or Form 15H (Senior Citizens) to the bank to avoid TDS deduction.
Using This Calculator
To get the most accurate result, visit the official SBI website to check the latest interest rates for your desired tenure. Enter the principal amount, the specific interest rate, and your exact tenure in years, months, and days above. Select "Quarterly" compounding to match standard SBI term deposit rules.