ESAF Small Finance Bank Recurring Deposit Calculator
Calculate your RD returns and maturity amount with latest ESAF SFB interest rates
8.5% p.a.
Best available rate by ESAF SFB across all tenures
Aug 2026
Accurate interest rates synced with official schedules
The ESAF SFB Recurring Deposit (RD) offers competitive recurring-deposit interest rates, with a minimum monthly deposit of just ₹100. Interest is compounded quarterly, and your maturity amount depends on the monthly installment and tenure you choose — use the calculator below to see your exact returns. TDS applicable if interest exceeds ₹50,000 per annum (₹1,00,000 for senior citizens)
Minimum amount varies by bank (typically ₹100 - ₹500)
Used to calculate actual tax on RD interest. Select 0% if income below ₹3L
Maturity Amount
Total Investment
₹60,000
Interest Earned
+₹899
Current Interest Rate
ESAF SFB General Rate
2.75%
per annum
ESAF SFB Recurring Deposit Calculator Results
Year-wise breakdown of your monthly investments and returns
ESAF SFB Recurring Deposit Interest Rates
Latest interest rates for different tenures
| Tenure | General Rate | General Maturity | Senior Citizen Rate | Senior Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 days to 14 days | 2.75% | ₹5,011 | 3.25% | ₹5,014 |
| 15 days to 59 days | 3.25% | ₹10,041 | 3.75% | ₹10,047 |
| 60 days to 90 days | 3.75% | ₹15,094 | 4.25% | ₹15,106 |
| 91 days to 182 days | 4% | ₹30,351 | 4.5% | ₹30,395 |
| 183 days to 1 year | 6% | ₹61,976 | 6.5% | ₹62,143 |
| 1 year 1 day to 500 days | 7.25% | ₹84,209 | 7.75% | ₹84,507 |
| 501 days | 7.5% | ₹84,358 | 8% | ₹84,656 |
| 502 days to < 2 years | 7.25% | ₹1,29,437 | 7.75% | ₹1,30,116 |
| 2 years to 799 days | 7.75% | ₹1,41,888 | 8.25% | ₹1,42,694 |
| 800 days | 8% | ₹1,42,291 | 8.5% | ₹1,43,099 |
| 801 days to less than 3 years | 7.75% | ₹2,03,060 | 8.25% | ₹2,04,660 |
| 3 years to < 5 years | 6% | ₹3,50,318 | 6.5% | ₹3,54,954 |
| 5 years to 10 years | 5.75% | ₹8,11,030 | 6.25% | ₹8,33,447 |
Important Notes
- Min monthly: ₹100
- Penalty: 1% on premature closure
- TDS if interest exceeds ₹50,000 a year (₹1 lakh for senior citizens)
- Late or missed instalments may attract a penalty
Key Benefits
- Disciplined monthly savings habit
- Higher rates than savings accounts
- Auto-debit facility available
- DICGC insurance up to ₹5,00,000
Tax & TDS on ESAF SFB Recurring Deposits
Understanding tax implications and deductions on your RD investments
Section 80C
RDs do not qualify for the ₹1.5 lakh Section 80C deduction (only 5-year tax-saving FDs do, under the old tax regime)
Senior Citizens
Higher TDS threshold of ₹1 lakh a year for those aged 60 and above, who can also deduct up to ₹50,000 of deposit interest under the old regime
• Interest income is fully taxable as per income tax slab
• Form 15G/15H can be submitted to avoid TDS
• For 80C, look at PPF, NSC or a 5-year tax-saving FD instead
TDS Rate
10%
TDS Threshold
₹50,000
TDS Calculation
TDS is deducted at 10% if your total deposit interest with ESAF SFB exceeds ₹50,000 in a financial year (₹1 lakh for senior citizens). It is a deduction threshold, not an exemption: all the interest is taxable.
TDS applies to interest earned each year, not to your deposits
No TDS on monthly installments
Form 26AS shows TDS deducted at maturity
Can be claimed as advance tax while filing ITR
₹5,000/month RD
At 8% for 3 years
₹23,858
Total Interest
Tax at 30% slab (before cess): ₹7,157
₹10,000/month RD
At 8% for 3 years
₹47,716
Total Interest
Tax at 30% slab (before cess): ₹14,315
₹25,000/month RD
At 8% for 3 years
₹1,19,289
Total Interest
Tax at 30% slab (before cess): ₹35,787
ESAF SFB Recurring Deposit FAQs
Everything you need to know about ESAF SFB Recurring Deposits, RD interest rates, and systematic savings planning
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