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About the Post Office Savings Account (SB)
The Post Office Savings Account is one of the most trusted and accessible savings schemes in India, operated by India Post. It's a fundamental savings tool designed for individuals from all walks of life, offering security, liquidity, and a steady, government-backed return on investment. It serves as an excellent starting point for individuals looking to cultivate a habit of saving, with a vast network of post offices making it reachable even in the most remote areas. This scheme is ideal for those seeking a basic banking account with a sovereign guarantee, ensuring the utmost safety of funds.
Who Can Open an Account?
The eligibility criteria for opening a Post Office Savings Account are straightforward, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals:
- A single adult citizen.
- Jointly by up to two adults (Joint A or Joint B type).
- A guardian on behalf of a minor or a person of unsound mind.
- A minor who is 10 years of age or older can open and operate an account in their own name.
Deposits, Withdrawals, and Interest
- Account Opening: A minimum of ₹500 is required to open an account.
- Minimum Balance: A minimum balance of ₹500 must be maintained. Failure to do so may result in account maintenance fees.
- Maximum Balance: There is no maximum limit on the amount that can be deposited.
- Withdrawals: The minimum amount for a withdrawal is ₹50.
- Interest Calculation: Interest is calculated on the minimum balance in the account between the 10th and the last day of the month. It is credited annually at the rate prescribed by the Ministry of Finance.
Key Features & Modern Facilities
- Guaranteed Safety: As a government-run scheme, the capital invested is completely secure.
- High Accessibility: Can be opened and operated at any post office across India, with seamless transferability between post offices.
- ATM/Debit Card: Account holders can avail of an ATM card to withdraw cash from any Post Office or bank ATM.
- Digital Banking: Provides access to e-banking and mobile banking facilities for convenient online transactions.
- Social Security Scheme Linkage: The account can be used to enroll in schemes like Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) and Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY).
- Silent Accounts: An account is treated as silent (dormant) if no transaction occurs for three consecutive financial years. It can be revived with a simple application and KYC update.
Taxation, TDS, and Forms 15G/15H
Important Tax Information:
The interest earned on your Post Office Savings Account is added to your annual income and is taxable as per your applicable income tax slab. However, a deduction under Section 80TTA is available on interest income up to ₹10,000 from savings accounts.
If the interest income in a financial year exceeds the prescribed limit, Tax Deducted at Source (TDS) may be applicable. To avoid this deduction, you can submit specific forms if your total income is below the taxable limit:
- Form 15G: For resident individuals below the age of 60 years.
- Form 15H: For resident senior citizens (60 years or older).
Submitting these forms declares that your estimated total income for the year will not exceed the basic exemption limit, thus instructing the Post Office not to deduct TDS.