RBI Floating Rate Bond Calculator
💡 **Floating Rate Mechanism**: Coupon rates are pegged to the National Savings Certificate (NSC) rate plus a premium of **0.35%** p.a. Interest rates reset on January 1st and July 1st.
Payout Schedule & Rules:
- Sovereign guarantee: Issued by the RBI. Absolutely default-free.
- Interest payments: Paid semi-annually on **January 1st** and **July 1st**.
- Taxability: Interest is fully taxable under your tax slab; TDS applies if interest exceeds ₹10,000 p.a.
- Senior Citizen Exit: Premature redemption is allowed for holders aged 60+ after a minimum 4 to 6 year lock-in.
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RBI Floating Rate Savings Bond Interest Formula
Calculates semi-annual interest payouts on RBI Floating Bonds (rates set at NSC rate + 0.35% premium, currently 7.50% p.a.).
Worked Example: Investing ₹2 Lakhs in RBI Floating Rate Bond
RBI Floating Bonds: Adjusting your fixed income to fight inflation
Anil invested ₹5 Lakhs in RBI Floating Rate Savings Bonds. The interest rate was floating, reset every 6 months to stay 0.35% higher than the National Savings Certificate (NSC) rate.
With the current rate set at 7.50% p.a., Anil receives a semi-annual interest payout of ₹18,750 directly in his bank account. When inflation rose and the government raised NSC rates, Anil's payout automatically increased.
RBI Floating Rate Bonds offer sovereign safety with floating interest rates that reset semi-annually, protecting against inflation.
Use these bonds to lock in stable income while maintaining interest rate flexibility in rising rate environments. Note that the 7-year lock-in is strict.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the interest rate on RBI Floating Rate Bonds?
The rate is floating and resets semi-annually. It is contractually linked to NSC rates, offering NSC rate + 0.35% premium.
Can senior citizens withdraw early from RBI Floating Bonds?
Yes. While the general lock-in is 7 years, senior citizens aged 60-70 can withdraw after 6 years, ages 70-80 after 5 years, and age 80+ after 4 years.
Is interest paid monthly or cumulative?
Interest is paid non-cumulatively every 6 months (on January 1st and July 1st). There is no compounding or cumulative option.
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