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👵 Eligibility:
– Available to individuals aged 60 and above.
– Individuals aged 55-60 who have retired under a voluntary retirement scheme (VRS) or superannuation can also open an account within one month of receiving their retirement benefits.
💵 Investment Limit:
– Deposit a minimum of Rs. 1,000 and a maximum of Rs. 30 lakh.
📅 Tenure:
– Fixed maturity period of 5 years, extendable for an additional 3 years.
💸 Interest Rate:
– The interest rate on SCSS is typically higher than that of regular savings accounts.
– The rate is set by the government and is subject to periodic revisions.
💼 Account Type:
– Open an SCSS account at designated post offices and authorized banks.
🏦 Tax Benefits:
– Eligible for a deduction under Section 80C, with limits.
– Taxable interest income, but subject to deductions.
📆 Interest Payout:
– Quarterly interest payouts for regular income.
💡 Premature Withdrawal:
– Allowed after 1 year, but with a penalty.
💼 Account Transfer
– Transfer your SCSS account between authorized banks or post offices.
📊 Investment after Maturity:
– Extend for 3 more years at a potentially higher interest rate.
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