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Corporate FDs

Introduction

What is Corporate FD?

Saving money in Fixed Deposit is a very popular investment choice in India because in the times of high market volatility and uncertain returns, FDs help you earn a fixed, predictable returns. Investors can choose to earn regular income with pay-out option or accumulate capital through cumulative option by saving their money in a Corporate FD.

Like Banks, RBI has permitted selective corporates & NBFCs to accept deposits for a fixed interest rate and tenure. Such deposits are called Corporate Fixed Deposit.

At EquitySeeds, we offer advice on how to save your money and earn fixed returns through selection of ‘AAA’ rated corporate FDs which denotes High Safety and Low Risk. 

ONLINE PROCESS:

How to invest in Corporate FDs online with us?

You can start investing in Corporate FDs online with us by getting your account opened in 4 simple steps:

Signup

Enter your Name, Mobile Number and Desired Password to sign up.

Activate

A form appears on the screen, complete account opening process by filling up the form

E Sign

Sign digitally in the blank space using touchpad mobile or upload signature

Confirmation

Get the account opening confirmation on SMS, Email and on the screen in few minutes.

Once, you account is opened, you can invest in Corporate FDs online on webportal, mobile app or by contacting us to place your order.

Better than Bank FD!

Install the app today and start investing in Corporate FDs to get upto 8.75% p.a*

ONLINE SCHEMES:

Available Schemes for Online Investing:

There are 3 schemes available for online investing at this time. Talk to our financial experts to know more about the schemes and help you in selecting the right ones based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and returns expectation.

Online Schemes:

Company Name

Credit Rating

Minimum Investment

1 Year ROI

2 Years ROI

3 Years ROI

4 Years ROI

5 Years ROI

Add ROI for Senior Citizen

Bajaj Finance Ltd.
FAAA
25000/-
6.35%
6.95%
7.40%
7.40%
7.40%
+0.25%
Mahindra Finance
FAAA
10000/-
6.25%
6.60%
7.25%
7.25%
7.25%
+0.25%
Shriram Transport
FAAA
5000/-
6.75%
7.25%
8.00%
8.15%
8.25%
+0.50%
OFFLINE SCHEMES

Available Schemes for Online Investing:

There are 3 schemes available for offline investing at this time. Talk to our financial experts to know more about the schemes and help you in selecting the right ones based on your risk tolerance, time horizon and returns expectation.

PNB HousingRate of Interest Sheet - PnB HFL

Tenure (in months)

Cumulative

Non-Cumulative

Monthly

Quarterly

Half Yearly

Annual

12 to 23
7.00%
6.78%
6.82%
6.88%
7.00%
24 to 35
6.80%
6.57%
6.63%
6.69%
6.80%
36 to 47
7.55%
7.30%
7.34%
7.41%
7.55%
48 to 59
7.40%
7.16%
7.20%
7.26%
7.40%
60 to 71
7.40%
7.16%
7.20%
7.27%
7.40%
Other Details:
  • Minimum Amount is Rs 10,000/-, for monthly Rs. 25000/-
  • Interest compounded annually. Interest frequency – monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually.
  • 0.25% extra for Senior citizen.
  • Cheque should be drawn in favour of “PNB Housing Finance Ltd.”

HDFCRate of Interest Sheet - HDFC Ltd.

Tenure (in months)

Cumulative

Non-Cumulative

Monthly

Quarterly

Half Yearly

Annual

12 to 23
6.60%
6.40%
6.45%
6.50%
6.60%
24 to 35
6.80%
6.60%
6.65%
6.70%
6.80%
36 to 47
6.85%
6.65%
6.70%
6.75%
6.85%
48 to 59
6.90%
6.70%
6.75%
6.80%
6.90%
60 to 71
7.05%
6.85%
6.90%
6.95%
7.05%
Other Details:
  • Minimum Amount is Rs 20,000/-, for monthly Rs. 40,000/-
  • Interest frequency – monthly, quarterly, semi-annually and annually.
  • Who can apply – Resident Individuals, Corporates, Trust & NRIs.
  • 0.25% extra for Senior citizen.
  • Cheque should be drawn in favour of “HDFC Ltd.”
ICICI Credit cardRate of Interest Sheet - ICICI Home Finance

Tenure (in months)

Cumulative

Non-Cumulative

Monthly

Quarterly

Annual

12 to 23
6.15%
5.95%
6.00%
6.15%
24 to 35
6.70%
6.50%
6.55%
6.70%
36 to 47
6.90%
6.70%
6.75%
6.90%
48 to 59
7.00%
6.80%
6.80%
6.85%
60 to 71
7.10%
6.90%
6.95%
7.10%
View Details:
  • Minimum Amount is Rs 10,000/-, for monthly Rs. 20,000/-
  • Interest frequency – monthly, quarterly and annually.
  • Who can apply – Resident Individuals, Corporates, Trust & NRIs.
  • 0.25% extra for Senior citizen.
  • Cheque should be drawn in favour of “ICICI Home Fin – FD A/C 000405070754”
5 AMAZING FEATURES

Benefits of investing in Corporate FDs:

There are several benefits of investing in Corporate FDs a few of them have been mentioned below:

Fixed Tenure and Interest Rates
Safe from Market volatility
Ideal for Regular Income
Higher Returns than Inflation
Diversification based on risk appetite
QUICK ANSWERS

Corporate FDs - FAQs

What is a Corporate FD?
The Corporate Fixed deposit (CFD) is one of the most preferred investment options that enable investors to earn assured returns on their deposit over a specific period. It is provided by the corporates such as finance companies, housing finance companies, and other types of NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial Company)
What is cumulative and non-cumulative fixed deposits?
In a non-cumulative scheme, the interest is payable on a monthly, quarterly, and half-yearly basis. The scheme will be convenient for clients who require a periodical interest payment. In the cumulative deposit scheme, the interest is payable at the time of maturity along with the principal. This scheme is suitable for people who do not require periodical interest payments and this can be thought of as a money multiplier scheme.
Can a deposit be made in the name of a minor alone?
Yes, the deposit can be made in the name of a minor provided the minor is represented by his/her natural or legal guardian, and the application form for the deposit is signed by the natural/legal guardian, on behalf of the minor. All communication in relation to the deposit shall be addressed to the guardian.
If the parents of the minor are not alive, then who is to be deemed as the guardian?
Only the person(s) who have been appointed as guardian(s) by the competent court should sign the application. A copy of the court order has to be submitted while investing.
What are the options for renewal?
Currently, we are not having any renewal option.
If the sole depositor dies, what are the documents required?
An attested copy of death certificate, term deposit receipts, will or testamentary disposition, if any, or an attested copy of legal heirship certificate issued by a Tahsildar/corporations.
Will the deposit be paid back in cash?
No, the deposit amount will be directly credited only to the corresponding bank account updated.
When will the TDS certificate be dispatched?
The TDS certificate will be dispatched to the client on​​Quarter 1-last week of May Quarter 2-last week of October Quarter 3-last week of January Quarter 4-last week of May​
What type of certificate do you get for the tax deducted at the source and how is the certificate generated?
For the tax deducted at source, tax deduction certificates in the prescribed form 16A, giving details of the interest remitted to govt., etc. will be sent on a quarterly basis if the deposit is under the quarterly scheme, the half-yearly basis for deposit under the half-yearly scheme, and at the end of the year in case of cumulative deposits. TDS certificates in form NO.16A are generated quarterly on the basis of details provided in the quarterly TDS statement filed by the deductor of Tax in the TIN (Tax Information Network). For deduction of tax at source made on or after 01.04.2011, the TDS certificate in Form 16A will be generated by the company through the TIN central system and which is downloaded from the TIN website with a unique TDS certificate number and shall be authenticated by using the digital signature.
Is it not enough to furnish the Form only once at the time of placing the deposit?
Yes, form 15G/H will have to be submitted at the beginning of each financial year covering all the existing deposits and if the deposits are made during the year then a new Form 15G/H will have to be submitted. However, if there are any changes in the Income Tax laws, then a new form 15G/H would be required to be submitted.
What is the range of tenure available for fixed deposits?
A Fixed Deposit can be opened for a minimum period of 12 months to maximum tenure of 60 months.
When will the interest be credited in the Non-Cumulative scheme?
In a Non-Cumulative scheme, the interest will be credited on the Last day of every month in case of Monthly, the Last day of March/June/September and December in case of Quarterly, the Last day of March and September in case of Half-Yearly and Last day of March in case of Yearly. The first interest will be paid on the last day of the subsequent month in which the FD is processed E.g. If the customer has initiated the FD on 20th March and has requested monthly interest, the same will be paid on the subsequent month-end that is 30th April.
Who can invest in fixed deposits with the Company?
The investments can be accepted from Individuals, NRIs, companies, Partnership Firms, Hindu Undivided Family (HUF), Trust and Foundations, and Unincorporated Associations.
What are the interest frequencies available and modes by which the interest is paid?
The options for payment of interest are Monthly/Quarterly/Half Yearly and Yearly. The interest is directly credited to the bank account via NEFT (National Electronic Fund Transfer).

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