National Savings Schemes — India Post Savings Guide

National Savings Schemes (NSS) are government-backed savings instruments offered through India Post. They carry a sovereign guarantee — your money is as safe as it gets. Interest rates are revised quarterly by the Government of India.

Current quarter: April–June 2026 (Q1 FY 2026-27)


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Scheme Guides

Click any scheme below for a plain-language explanation — what it is, who it is for, key features, and what to watch out for.

Post Office Savings

Post Office Time Deposits

Recurring Deposit

Senior Citizen Scheme

Monthly Income

Certificates & Bonds

Provident Fund

Girl Child Schemes


Rates as of April–June 2026 (Q1 FY 2026-27). Source: India Post.

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