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Indian Overseas Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) Interest Rates 2025

By Mayashree Acharya

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Updated on: Apr 4th, 2025

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10 min read

Indian Overseas Bank Fixed Deposit (FD) scheme offers attractive returns, flexible investment options and penalty-free withdrawals for deposits up to 5 lakhs. With interest rates ranging from 4.00% p.a. to 7.80% p.a., tenure ranging from 7 days to 10 years, and a minimum deposit of 1 lakh, it caters to short-term and long-term financial goals and is a reliable option for investors. Keep reading this blog to learn more about Indian Overseas Bank and its FD interest rates.

Highlights for 2025 Fixed Deposit Scheme of Indian Overseas Bank

Tenure

5 months to 10 years.

Senior Citizen Interest Rates

4.50-7.80% p.a.

Public Interest Rates

4.00% to 7.10%.

Highest Interest Rates for Public

7.1% p.a.

Highest Interest Rates for Senior Citizens

7.80% p.a.

Premature Withdrawal

There is no penalty for deposits up to Rs 5 lakhs. For deposits above Rs 5 lakhs, the penalty is 1% of the applicable IOB FD rate.

Minimum Deposit Amount

Rs 1,00,000

FD Interest Rates of Indian Overseas Bank 2025

The FD interest rates offered on a deposit below Rs.3 crore are given in the table below. The rates provided are effective from 15 July 2024.

Deposit TenureInterest Rate (% p.a.) for Regular Customers**Interest Rate (% p.a.) for Senior Citizens**
7-14 days*4.004.00
15-29 days4.504.50
30-45 days4.504.50
46-60 days4.504.50
61-90 days4.254.25
91-120 days4.754.75
121-179 days4.254.25
180-269 days5.755.75
270 days < 1 year5.755.75
1 year < 2 years(except 444 days)6.907.10
444 days7.307.30
2 years < 3 years6.806.80
3 years and above6.506.50
IOB Tax Saver Deposit6.507.00

*You can choose a deposit tenure of 7-14 days only with a minimum deposit amount of Rs.1 lakh.

**Interest rates are subject to change from time to time.

Different Types of IOB FD Schemes

Deposit Scheme

Tenure

Minimum Deposit

Interest Rate

Special Features

Reinvestment Deposit

6 months - 120 months 

Rs.1,000

Interest reinvested, earning compound interest

Renewals in any amount

IOB Green Deposit Scheme

999 days

Rs.1,000

6.80% p.a.

Funds used for green projects, conversion from other FDs not allowed

IOB Eighty Plus TD

6-12 months

Below Rs.1 crore

0.75% extra for 80+ senior citizens

Loan facility up to 90% for self/spouse

Vardhan

15 days - 120 months (FD)

6 months - 120 months (RD)

 

N/A

Extra 0.50% interest for senior citizens

Free international debit card

Floating Rate Deposits

3 - 10 years

N/A

Linked to Government Security rates; resets semi-annually 

Interest fluctuates with market rates

IOB MACAD

36 - 120 months

N/A

Prevailing rates; fixed annuity payments 

No loan or overdraft facility

Special Fixed Deposit (M-Q)

6 - 120 months

Rs.3,000

Monthly/quarterly interest payout

Designed for pensioners & senior citizens

Multiple Deposit Plan I & II

6 - 120 months

Rs.100 - Rs.10,000

Quarterly compounded interest

Two variants available

IOB Saral

12 months - 10 years

Rs.10,000

Reinvestment deposit

Allows partial withdrawal while maintaining interest on remaining balance

IOB Suvidha

15 months - 10 years

Rs.1 lakh

Linked to cash credit

FD proceeds credited to CC account upon maturity

Unfixed Deposit

7 - 179 days

Rs.50 lakh

No prepayment penalty

No extra interest for staff members

Term-wise Indian Overseas Bank FD Rates

Deposit Tenure

General Customers

Senior Citizens

Short-Term Deposits

7 days to 1 year

4.00% - 5.75%

4.00% - 5.75%

Medium-Term Deposits

1 - 3 years

6.80% - 6.90%

6.80% - 7.10%

Long-Term Deposits

3 -5 years 

6.50%

6.50%

IOB FD Special Features and Benefits

  • Customers have the freedom to choose the deposit amount and tenure.
  • Senior citizens can earn an additional 0.5% interest on the regular interest rates applicable to their deposits.
  • Super senior citizens (aged 80 years and above) can earn an additional 0.75% on the regular interest rates applicable to their deposits.
  • Competitive interest rates are offered on FD schemes.
  • A separate tax-saver FD scheme is designed for NROs.
  • Individuals and non-individuals have various FD scheme options.
  • Interest payout and reinvestment options are available.
  • Resident individuals can save income tax by investing in the Tax Saver scheme.
  • Premature withdrawal and partial withdrawal facilities are available on certain schemes.
  • You can take a loan against the deposit account instead of premature withdrawal for emergencies.

Basic Eligibility Criteria for Indian Overseas Bank FD

Scheme Eligibility Criteria
Reinvestment DepositThe customer should have a deposit account that is about to reach the maturity date.
IOB Green Deposit SchemeResident individuals and non-individual
IOB Eighty Plus TDAll super senior citizens aged 80 years and above. 
VardhanIndividuals aged 60 years and above.
MACADIndividuals, including minors through guardians, in the single name (based on court order).
Special Fixed Deposit (M-Q)Senior citizens/ pensioners who want regular monthly or quarterly interest income.
Multiple Deposit Plan I & IIIndividuals, including salaried people, professionals, business people, etc.

Individuals singly or jointly with two or more persons, institutions, companies, firms, societies, traders, professionals, salaried individuals, etc.
NRO Tax SaverNon-Residents of Indian Origin with income other than investment income (interest) and long-term capital gain.
IOB SaralNRIs, Indian resident individuals, and minors
IOB SuvidhaIndividuals (including NRIs/NROs), firms, corporates, PSUs, institutions, HUFs, trusts, and societies. Minor’s special deposits are not allowed under the scheme.
Unfixed DepositIndividuals
Tax Saver SchemeIndividuals and Kartas of Hindu Undivided Families in single or joint names.

Documents Required for Indian Overseas Bank FD

SchemeDocuments Required
IOB Eighty Plus TDValid KYC documents containing age/ date of birth as per existing KYC policy.

A birth certificate or any other valid proof containing age/ date of birth can also be accepted as proof of age.
VardhanOne of the following documents:
Pension payment order
School leaving certificate
Voters identity card
LIC policy where age is admitted
Birth certificate issued by a competent authority
Passport
Driving License

Tax Benefits on IOB Fixed Deposit

Tax Saver Scheme

Resident individuals and Karta of a Hindu Undivided Family (HUF) can deposit a sum of Rs.10,000 up to Rs.1.5 lakh in this account and get income tax deductions under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961. The deposit period can be from 5 years up to 10 years. You can choose from options, such as reinvestment deposit, fixed deposit, and special fixed deposit. Interest is paid half-yearly, quarterly or monthly. Senior citizens get an additional 0.5% interest above the regular rates.

NRO Tax Saver

The scheme is designed for Non-Resident of Indian Origin (NRO). A minimum of Rs.10,000 and a maximum of Rs.1.5 lakh can be deposited in this scheme. The account includes a lock-in period of 5 years and a maximum tenure of 10 years. Customers can get an income tax exemption of up to Rs.1.5 lakh under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961.

Indian Overseas Bank vs Other Banks' FD Rates

Bank Name

Regular Customers (% p.a.)

Senior Citizens (% p.a.)

HDFC Bank

3.00% – 7.35%

3.50% – 7.85%

Punjab National Bank

4.55% – 7.30%

5.05% – 7.80%

Axis Bank

3.00% – 7.20%

3.50% – 7.70%

City Union Bank

5.00% – 7.50%

5.00% – 8.00%

Canara Bank

4.00% – 7.25%

4.00% – 7.75%

Bank of Baroda

4.25% – 7.25%

4.75% – 7.75%

ICICI Bank

3.00% – 7.25%

3.50% – 7.80%

HSBC Bank 

2.85-7.50% p.a. 

3.35- 8.00% p.a.

Citibank

2.10% – 7.77%

2.60% – 8.27%

State Bank of India

3.50% – 7.10%

4.00% – 7.60%

Indian Overseas Bank

4.00% – 7.30%

4.50% – 7.80%

IDBI Bank

3.00% – 7.00%

3.50% – 7.50%

Indian Bank

2.80% – 7.25%

3.30% – 7.75%

IDFC First Bank

3.00% – 7.75%

3.50% – 8.25%

Post Office FD

6.90% – 7.50%

6.90% – 7.50%

Kotak Bank

2.75% – 7.40%

3.25% – 7.90%

FD Interest Rate Calculator

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the new FD interest rate in IOB?

As per the latest interest rates (effective from 15 July 2024), IOB offers interest rates starting from 4.00% to 7.30% for general customers and 4.50% to 7.80% for senior citizens for FDs ranging from 7 days to 3 years and above.

What is the IOB 444 days FD scheme?

IOB offers an FD scheme for 444 days. This scheme provides the highest interest rate of 7.30% per annum for the general public and 7.80% per annum for senior citizens.

How is the foreclosure of term deposit accounts handled by the bank?

If you wish to close an FD (term deposit) account before its maturity date, the bank will levy foreclosure charges on the deposit account. The charges vary based on the deposit amount. The below table provides details on the foreclosure charges based on the deposit amount:

DescriptionForeclosure Charges
Retail term deposits up to Rs.15,000Nil
Retail term deposits between Rs.15,001 and Rs.5 lakh0.50%
Retail term deposits above Rs.5 lakh and below Rs.3 crore1.00%
Bulk deposits of Rs.3 crore and above1.00%
Can the bank staff get any additional benefits in terms of interest rate on term deposits?

The retired bank staff will get an interest rate governed by the guidelines in force when opening the term deposit account.

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