How does Axis Bank typically calculate interest on an FD?
As commonly described for Axis Bank FDs, simple interest may be used for shorter tenures (often under 6 months), while deposits of about 6 months and above are often compounded quarterly. For cumulative FDs, interest earned in a previous quarter may be added to the principal for the next compounding period.
For monthly interest payout options, interest is often calculated at a discounted rate versus the standard cumulative rate. Where quarterly payout is chosen, interest is typically calculated and paid on a quarterly basis. Digifinn’s calculator uses its own estimation method (quarterly compounding for on-maturity payout; simple interest for monthly/quarterly payout) — treat outputs as planning estimates, not bank-confirmed figures.
Benefits of using a Fixed Deposit return calculator
- Helps illustrate how interest may accumulate over a selected tenure for planning purposes
- Supports comparing FD scenarios alongside other fixed-income options such as bonds
- Useful for investors who prefer relatively predictable cash-flow estimates before committing funds
Fixed deposits and bonds carry different risk and liquidity profiles. FD interest and bond returns are not guaranteed. Bond outcomes depend on issuer credit quality, market prices, and other factors.
AXIS Bank FD Interest Rates (illustrative — deposits under ₹3 crore)
The rates below are published for educational illustration based on publicly shared Axis Bank tenure slabs. They may be outdated and are not Digifinn’s rates. Verify the latest Axis Bank FD rates on the bank’s official channels before investing.
| Tenure | Interest rates for general citizens (p.a.) | Interest rates for senior citizens (p.a.) |
|---|
| 7 days to 14 days | 3.00% | 3.50% |
| 15 days to 29 days | 3.00% | 3.50% |
| 30 days to 45 days | 3.25% | 3.75% |
| 46 days to 60 days | 4.00% | 4.50% |
| 61 days to < 87 days | 4.00% | 4.50% |
| 88 days to 3 months 24 days | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| 3 months 25 days to < 4 months | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| 4 months to < 6 months | 4.50% | 5.00% |
| 6 months to < 9 months | 5.50% | 6.00% |
| 9 months to < 1 year | 5.75% | 6.25% |
| 1 year to 1 year 10 days | 6.25% | 6.75% |
| 1 year 11 days to < 13 months | 6.25% | 6.75% |
| 13 months to < 15 months | 6.25% | 6.75% |
| 15 months to < 18 months | 6.50% | 7.00% |
| 18 months to 2 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 2 years to < 3 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 3 years to < 5 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 5 years to 10 years | 6.60% | 7.35% |
AXIS Bank FD Interest Rates (illustrative — ₹3 crore to < ₹5 crore)
Illustrative only. Large-deposit slabs and preferential rates change frequently. Confirm current Axis Bank rates for your deposit amount and customer category before investing.
| Tenure | Interest rates for general citizens (p.a.) | Interest rates for senior citizens (p.a.) |
|---|
| 7 days to 14 days | 4.00% | 4.50% |
| 15 days to 29 days | 4.00% | 4.50% |
| 30 days to 45 days | 4.80% | 5.30% |
| 46 days to 60 days | 5.05% | 5.55% |
| 61 days to < 87 days | 5.30% | 5.80% |
| 88 days to 3 months 24 days | 5.80% | 6.30% |
| 3 months 25 days to < 4 months | 4.25% | 4.75% |
| 4 months to < 6 months | 5.80% | 6.30% |
| 6 months to < 9 months | 5.95% | 6.45% |
| 9 months to < 1 year | 6.05% | 6.55% |
| 1 year to 1 year 10 days | 6.40% | 6.90% |
| 1 year 11 days to < 13 months | 6.40% | 6.90% |
| 13 months to < 15 months | 6.40% | 6.90% |
| 15 months to < 18 months | 6.50% | 7.00% |
| 18 months to 2 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 2 years to < 3 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 3 years to < 5 years | 6.60% | 7.10% |
| 5 years to 10 years | 6.60% | 7.35% |