IDBI Bank FD Interest Rates 2026
IDBI Bank offers fixed deposits from 7 days to 20 years at 3.00% – 6.50% for regular customers and up to 7.00% for senior citizens. Classified by RBI as a private-sector bank since 2019; LIC and the Government are the main shareholders.
Rate card effective Jun 2026 · Checked 27 September 2026IDBI Bank fixed deposit at a glance
IDBI Bank’s best rate for regular depositors is in the >2 – <3 years bucket. A plain 1-year FD earns 6.20% and a 5-year FD 6.25%, so the bank rewards longer commitments.
IDBI Bank FD interest rates — full rate card
Domestic term deposits below ₹3 crore, effective Jun 2026. Highlighted rows are the best-paying buckets.
| Tenure | General (p.a.) | Senior citizen (p.a.) | ₹1 lakh earns in 1 yr* |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 – 30 days | 3.00% | 3.50% | ₹3,000 (simple) |
| 31 – 45 days | 3.15% | 3.65% | ₹3,150 (simple) |
| 46 – 60 days | 4.35% | 4.85% | ₹4,350 (simple) |
| 61 – 90 days | 4.60% | 5.10% | ₹4,600 (simple) |
| 91 days – 6 months | 5.35% | 5.85% | ₹5,458 |
| 6 months 1 day – 270 days | 5.50% | 6.00% | ₹5,614 |
| 271 days – <1 year | 5.80% | 6.30% | ₹5,927 |
| 1 year | 6.20% | 6.70% | ₹6,346 |
| >1 – 2 years | 6.25% | 6.75% | ₹6,398 |
| >2 – <3 years | 6.50% | 7.00% | ₹6,660 |
| 3 – <5 years | 6.35% | 6.85% | ₹6,503 |
| 5 years | 6.25% | 6.75% | ₹6,398 |
| >5 – 7 years | 5.95% | 6.45% | ₹6,084 |
| >7 – 10 years | 5.90% | 6.40% | ₹6,032 |
| >10 – 20 years | 4.80% | 5.30% | ₹4,887 |
* 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vasundhara Green Deposit | 1111 days | 6.35% | 6.85% |
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 | 6.35% / 6.85% | ₹1,20,805 | ₹6,04,023 | ₹6,13,002 |
| 5 years | 6.25% / 6.75% | ₹1,36,354 | ₹6,81,770 | ₹6,98,749 |
Cumulative FD, quarterly compounding, before tax. “—” means the published card has no slab for that exact tenure.
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IDBI Bank FD rates for senior citizens
Resident Indians aged 60 or more get 0.5% extra at the best tenure (>2 – <3 years). 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 | 6.85% | ₹5,676 | ₹17,125 |
| 5 years | 6.75% | ₹5,593 | ₹16,875 |
Compare with SCSS (8.2%) and senior FD rates at other banks →
Rules, charges & services
| Feature | IDBI Bank FD |
|---|---|
| Minimum deposit | ₹10,000 |
| Premature withdrawal | Reduced interest on premature withdrawal (penalty % not stated) |
| 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 IDBI Bank branches |
Tax on IDBI Bank FD interest
| Point | Rule |
|---|---|
| Taxability | Added to income, taxed at slab rate (“income from other sources”) |
| TDS | 10% once interest from IDBI 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 IDBI Bank FD
- Online (existing customers)Log in to IDBI 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
IDBI Bank vs other private sector banks
| Bank | Highest | 1 year | 3 years | 5 years | Senior (highest) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bandhan Bank | 7.45% | 7.00% | 7.25% | 5.85% | 7.95% |
| IDFC FIRST Bank | 7.25% | 6.50% | 7.25% | 6.75% | 7.50% |
| YES Bank | 7.25% | 6.65% | 7.00% | 7.00% | 7.75% |
| RBL Bank | 7.20% | 7.00% | 7.20% | 7.00% | 7.70% |
| Tamilnad Mercantile Bank | 7.10% | 6.80% | 6.60% | 6.60% | 7.50% |
| IndusInd Bank | 7.00% | 6.75% | 6.65% | 6.65% | 7.50% |
| Kotak Mahindra Bank | 6.80% | 6.35% | 6.40% | 6.25% | 7.30% |
| South Indian Bank | 6.80% | 6.25% | 6.20% | 5.70% | 7.30% |
| Federal Bank | 6.75% | 6.25% | 6.75% | 6.40% | 7.25% |
| Karnataka Bank | 6.65% | 6.50% | 6.15% | 6.15% | 7.05% |
| HDFC Bank | 6.50% | 6.25% | 6.50% | 6.40% | 7.00% |
| ICICI Bank | 6.50% | 6.25% | 6.45% | 6.50% | 7.10% |
| Axis Bank | 6.50% | 6.25% | 6.50% | 6.50% | 7.25% |
| IDBI Bank | 6.50% | 6.20% | 6.35% | 6.25% | 7.00% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the highest FD interest rate at IDBI Bank?
IDBI Bank pays up to 6.50% p.a. to regular depositors (>2 – <3 years) and up to 7.00% to senior citizens (>2 – <3 years), as per its rate card effective Jun 2026.
What is IDBI 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 IDBI Bank FD?
At 6.25% compounded quarterly, ₹1 lakh becomes about ₹1,36,354 in 5 years (senior: ₹1,39,750 at 6.75%), before tax.
What is the minimum amount for an FD at IDBI Bank?
The minimum deposit is ₹10,000. Deposits of ₹3 crore and above are treated as bulk deposits with different rates.
What is the penalty for breaking an FD early?
IDBI Bank’s premature withdrawal penalty: Reduced interest on premature withdrawal (penalty % not stated). 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 IDBI Bank offer a tax-saver FD?
Yes — the 5-year tax-saver FD pays 6.25% (senior 6.75%). Up to ₹1.5 lakh a year is deductible under Section 80C / Section 123 in the old tax regime.
Is my FD in IDBI Bank safe?
IDBI Bank is a private 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 IDBI Bank FD interest?
Yes, 10% TDS applies when your total interest from IDBI 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 IDBI Bank’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.