Introduction 

Fixed Deposit Account are high interest bearing accounts where customers make deposits for stipulated time duration. The duration of deposit may be as short as 3 months and as long as the customer desires to make a deposit.

Common Features and benefits of Fixed Deposit

  • Attractive Interest Rates
  • Interest payment monthly or quarterly
  • Flexibility in terms of tenure.
  • Auto Renewal Possible (Depending upon bank's policy)
  • Loan Facility upto 90% of Deposit Amount
  • Premature charge applicable in case of terminating FD before its maturity date.

Eligibility Criteria

  • General public of all ages, income levels, and any gender having saving account with the Bank
  • Should have an existing account with the bank

Required Documents

  • Two Passport photograph (for new customer)
  • Completed FD account opening form
  • Valid means of identification; Citizenship ID or Passport
  • National ID (NID) Number
  • Birth Certificate or age verifying document in case of minor and copy of Citizenship of the Guardian
  • Power of Attorney (If the account operator is other than the account holder/applicant)

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Deposit Account
Siddhartha Bank

Siddhartha Muddati Khata

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100,000

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Global IME Bank

Global General Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 3 Years and above Months

Deposit Account
Everest Bank Ltd.

Normal Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.05%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 5 Years

Deposit Account
Sanima Bank

Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.8% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Nabil Bank

Cumulative Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.85%

  • Tenure - 1 Year

Deposit Account
Everest Bank Ltd.

CUMULATIVE DEPOSIT SCHEME

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 5,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.05%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 5 Years

Deposit Account
Nabil Bank

Regular Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.8% - 4.55%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 5 Years

Deposit Account
Nepal Bank Limited

Fixed Account

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 25,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.76% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - upto 5 Years

Deposit Account
Laxmi Sunrise Bank

Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100,000

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Agriculture Development Bank

Mero Khusi Mero Bhavishya Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 1,000,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.85%

  • Tenure - 6 Months

Deposit Account
Machhapuchhre Bank Limited

MBL Fixed Deposit Account

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 50,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.76% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Nepal Investment Mega Bank

Normal Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100,000

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Standard Chartered Bank

Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.1%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 5 Years

Deposit Account
Nepal SBI Bank

101 Days Fixed deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100,000

  • Interest Rate – --

  • Tenure -

Deposit Account
Nepal SBI Bank

201 days fixed deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100,000

  • Interest Rate – --

  • Tenure -

Deposit Account
Citizens Bank

Citizens Fixed Deposit, 3 month and above, INDIVIDUAL (NPR)

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.85% - 4.15%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 1 Years

Deposit Account
Himalayan Bank

Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.8% - 4.5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 10 Years

Deposit Account
Prabhu Bank

Fixed Accounts

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 5,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.55%

  • Tenure - 6 Months - above 10 Years

Deposit Account
Prime Commercial Bank

Prime Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.15%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 1 Years

Deposit Account
Rastriya Banijya Bank

Fixed Account

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 5,000

  • Interest Rate – 3.5% - 4.75%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Agriculture Development Bank

General Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.78% - 4.15%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 3 Years

Deposit Account
Nepal SBI Bank

DHANVRIDDHI BACHAT YOJANA

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 5,000

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.25%

  • Tenure - 6 Months - 3 Years

Deposit Account
NMB Bank

Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.9%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 5 Years

Deposit Account
NIC Asia

Sarbashrestha Muddati Khata

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.75%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 18 Years

Deposit Account
Kumari Bank Limited

Normal Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 3.85%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 3 Years

Deposit Account
Nepal SBI Bank

General Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 2.82% - 4.25%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - 3 Years

Deposit Account
Muktinath Bikas Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 5,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.95%

  • Tenure - 6 Months - 10 Years

Deposit Account
Garima Bikas Bank

Fixed Deposit Individual

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 5.43%

  • Tenure - Below 6 Months - Above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Lumbini Bikas Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 3.3% - 5%

  • Tenure - 1 Year - Above 1 Years

Deposit Account
Garima Bikas Bank

Garima Swornim Nikcchep Yojana

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 3%

  • Tenure - 3 Months

Deposit Account
Jyoti Bikas Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.95%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Kamana Sewa Bikas Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 5%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - Above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Shine Resunga Development Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 5.11%

  • Tenure - 6 Months - above 2 Years

Deposit Account
Shangri-la Development Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 10,000

  • Interest Rate – 2.75% - 4.95%

  • Tenure - 3 Months - above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Mahalaxmi Bikas Bank

Individual Fixed Deposit

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 0

  • Interest Rate – 3% - 4.95%

  • Tenure - 6 Months - above 3 Years

Deposit Account
Garima Bikas Bank

Sunaulo Bhabisya Baal Nikchhyap Yojana

  • Minimum Balance - Rs. 100

  • Interest Rate – 3%

  • Tenure - 3 Months

FAQ'S

A Fixed Deposit (FD) is the most stable investment option in today's investment market. As the interest rates do not fluctuate based on market and economic conditions, an FD is better than mutual funds, stocks and other investments. It offers guaranteed returns with low risk.

Fixed Deposits offer guaranteed interest rates, flexible tenure options, and safe investment returns. Some major benefits of fixed deposits in Nepal are:

  • Fixed Returns
  • Low Risk Level
  • High interest rate
  • Collateral Ability
  • Ease of investing

Any individual, including Nepali citizens, businesses, and institutions, can invest in a Fixed Deposit. Joint fd accounts are also allowed. Minors can invest through guardians, making it a flexible option for different types of investors.

Every fixed deposit account has minimum and maximum limits. These amounts vary from bank to bank. It usually starts from a few thousand rupees. Most banks will allow you to start an Fixed Deposit account with as low as Rs 10,000.

High-interest rates and a tax-saving facility are some of the best benefits of an FD. A recurring deposit is best for those who prefer to invest small amounts. FD is better if you want to invest a lump sum and earn fixed returns. The best option depends on your financial goal and saving habit.

You can open a Fixed Deposit account by visiting a bank branch or applying online.

  • Customers can open fixed deposit account by visiting bank.
  • Also, customers who have a normal savings account can open a Fixed Deposit Account through mobile banking, internet banking.
  • Fill out the form, submit required documents, and deposit the amount.
  • Choose your tenure and interest payout option to start your FD easily.

Yes, you can withdraw your Fixed Deposit before maturity if needed. However, banks usually apply certain conditions and may reduce the interest rate or charge a penalty for early withdrawal.

If you withdraw your FD before maturity, banks may offer a lower interest rate than agreed or charge a penalty fee. The exact penalty depends on the bank’s policy and the duration for which the FD was maintained.

A fixed deposit (FD) is a financial product offered by banks to their customers at a higher interest rate than a regular savings account. It is a type of investment in which the account holder deposits a specific amount with the bank at a fixed interest rate for a set period of time. The bank pays the customer interest on this amount until it reaches maturity.

 

The best bank for Fixed Deposit depends on interest rates, tenure options, and additional benefits. Different banks offer different rates, so it is important to compare them regularly. Choose a bank that provides stable returns, flexible terms, and good customer service.

To compare FD rates at one place, visit Saral Banking Sewa to compare fixed deposit rates from different Nepali banks in one place. You dont need to check multiple bank websites one by one. Saral Banking Sewa helps you save time and make a better financial decision.

You can keep money in a fixed deposit from a few months to several years. You can choose the duration based on your financial goals. Longer tenures generally provide higher interest rates and better returns.

Yes, most banks in Nepal allow you to take a loan against your Fixed Deposit. This helps you access funds without breaking your FD, and the loan is usually approved quickly with lower interest compared to other loan types.