{"id":25645960,"date":"2026-05-07T14:32:58","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T09:02:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/?p=25645960"},"modified":"2026-05-08T12:14:50","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T06:44:50","slug":"rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/","title":{"rendered":"RBI Retail Direct Gains Popularity as Investors Seek Better Fixed Returns"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a04dcdb4eb49\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: 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ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Key_Takeaways\" >Key Takeaways<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Introduction\" >Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#3_Top_Reasons_to_Invest_in_Government_Bonds\" >3 Top Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Types_of_Securities_Available\" >Types of Securities Available<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Prerequisites_for_Opening_an_Account\" >Prerequisites for Opening an Account<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Invest_via_RBI_Retail_Direct\" >Step-by-Step Guide to Invest via RBI Retail Direct<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Zero_Costs_and_Fees\" >Zero Costs and Fees<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#2_Main_Risks\" >2 Main Risks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Taxation_on_Government_Bonds\" >Taxation on Government Bonds<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#RBI_Retail_Direct_vs_Bank_Fixed_Deposits\" >RBI Retail Direct vs. Bank Fixed Deposits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/rbi-retail-direct-gains-popularity-as-investors-seek-better-fixed-returns\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Are you yet to invest via <strong>RBI Retail Direct?<\/strong> To share the latest news, on this portal, the\u00a0total number of accounts opened has risen by nearly 54 per cent year-on-year (yoy). As on April 28, 2025 it was a mere 2,35,256 accounts whereas the count has grown rapidly to 3,61,402 by April 27, 2026.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways\"><\/span><strong>Key Takeaways<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>RBI Direct:<\/strong> It is a direct portal provided by the Reserve Bank of India for retail investors to buy and sell government securities.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Free of Charges:<\/strong> Opening and maintaining a <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> account is completely free and there are no brokerage fees.<\/li>\n<li><strong>No Risk:<\/strong> Since you are lending to the government, these investments carry zero default risk.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multiple Investment Options: <\/strong>Here you can invest in Treasury Bills (T-Bills), Dated G-Secs, State Development Loans (SDLs), and Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Accessibility:<\/strong> Both primary market auctions (new issues) and secondary market trading (buying from others) are available.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn Stock Marketing with a Share Trading Expert! Explore Here!<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For several decades, the world of government bonds in India mainly revolved around big banks, insurance companies, and mutual fund houses. If laymen wanted to invest, they often had to go via a middleman or invest in a debt mutual fund. However, with the launch of the <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> scheme, the Indian finance sector changed drastically. This initiative is a major step toward &#8220;financial democratization.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The main feature is that it allows individuals to open a <strong>Retail Direct Gilt (RDG) Account<\/strong> directly with the RBI. Think of it as a specialized bank account. However the difference is that instead of holding cash, it holds your government bonds.<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for a safe alternative to Fixed Deposits (FDs) or want to earn a steady interest income for 40 years, this is the apt platform for you. With a process as simple as online shopping, there\u2019s no better option than <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Top_Reasons_to_Invest_in_Government_Bonds\"><\/span><strong>3 Top Reasons to Invest in Government Bonds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25645977 \" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771.webp\" alt=\"RBI Retail\" width=\"399\" height=\"262\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771.webp 1500w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-1024x672.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-768x504.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-150x99.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-750x493.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/6771-1140x749.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 399px) 100vw, 399px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before we go to how it works, it is important to understand why it is becoming so popular. Here we reveal why an average Indian investor should invest in government bonds through <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Absolute Safety (Sovereign Guarantee)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>When you invest in a corporate FD or a private bond, there is always a tiny risk that the company might fail. With government securities (G-Secs), the risk of default is practically zero because the government has the power to tax and create money to repay its debt.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Higher Returns than Many Bank FDs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In many cases, long-term government bonds offer higher interest rates than the FDs provided by major public or private sector banks. Let\u2019s take the case of investing in a State Bank of India term deposit for a 5\u201310-year period. It offers an interest rate of 6.05%.<\/p>\n<p>At the same time, if you invest in G-secs with a maturity period of 5-10 years, it will fetch a return of 6.36-6.48 per cent semi-annually. Additionally, for very long tenures (like 30 or 40 years), FDs are often not even an option, whereas G-Secs are.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3. Regular Income<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Most government bonds pay interest, termed as a \u2018coupon\u2019 twice a year. Due to this attraction, it turns out to be an excellent tool for retirees or anyone looking for a predictable, semi-annual income stream.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Securities_Available\"><\/span><strong>Types of Securities Available<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25645979 \" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-scaled.webp\" alt=\"RBI Retail Direct\" width=\"400\" height=\"286\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-scaled.webp 2560w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-300x214.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-1024x731.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-768x549.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-1536x1097.webp 1536w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-2048x1463.webp 2048w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-150x107.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-120x86.webp 120w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-350x250.webp 350w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-750x536.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/9649039_6854-1140x814.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> portal is not just for one type of bond. It is a supermarket for various government-backed instruments:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Treasury Bills (T-Bills):<\/strong> Short-term instruments with maturities of 91 days, 182 days, or 364 days. These instruments don&#8217;t pay regular interest but are sold at a discount. An example is buy for \u20b998, get \u20b9100 back.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dated Government Securities (G-Secs):<\/strong> Long-term bonds with tenures ranging from 1 year to 40 years. They pay a fixed interest rate every six months.<\/li>\n<li><strong>State Development Loans (SDLs):<\/strong> Bonds issued by various state governments like Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, or Uttar Pradesh to fund their projects. They often offer a slightly higher interest rate than central government bonds.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs):<\/strong> These are digital gold investments. You get the benefit of gold price appreciation plus an additional 2.5% annual interest. Recently, RBI announced the final redemption price for its Sovereign Gold Bond 2018-19 Series-I, payable on 4 May 2026.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"padding-left: 40px;\">Those who invested in the gold bond made handsome returns of nearly 386% increase at \u20b914,901\/unit, against the issue purchase price of \u20b93,114\/unit.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prerequisites_for_Opening_an_Account\"><\/span><strong>Prerequisites for Opening an Account<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Opening an account on the <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> platform is a digital-only process. To get started, ensure you have the following ready:<\/p>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>A Savings Bank Account<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>An active bank account in India with internet banking or UPI facility<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>PAN Card<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Your Permanent Account Number issued by the Income Tax Department<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Aadhaar Card<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Your Aadhaar must be linked to your current mobile number for OTP-based verification<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Registered Mobile &amp; Email<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>A valid email ID and a mobile number that you use regularly<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Scanned Signature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>A clear photo or scan of your signature on a white piece of paper<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div class=\"lead-gen-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Program-in-Indian-Stock-Market-and-Forex-Trading-1-compressed.pdf\" data-url=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Program-in-Indian-Stock-Market-and-Forex-Trading-1-compressed.pdf\" class=\"lead-pdf-download\" data-id=\"25556854\">\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><button class=\"btn btn-default\">free download Stock market course roadmap<\/button><\/p>\n<\/a><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step-by-Step_Guide_to_Invest_via_RBI_Retail_Direct\"><\/span><strong>Step-by-Step Guide to Invest via RBI Retail Direct<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25645981 \" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799.webp\" alt=\"RBI Retail Direct\" width=\"400\" height=\"330\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799.webp 2000w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-300x248.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-1024x845.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-768x634.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-1536x1267.webp 1536w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-150x124.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-750x619.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/3479084_517823-e1778144560799-1140x941.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Investing in government bonds is now a streamlined process. Follow these steps to set up your account and make your first investment.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1st Step: Registration<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Visit the official <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> website. Click on the &#8220;Register&#8221; button. You will be asked to choose your account type (Single or Joint). Enter your full name, PAN, date of birth, email, and mobile number.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2nd Step: Verification<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Once you submit your details, you will receive an OTP on both your email and mobile phone. Post verification, you will need to enter your bank account details such as Account Number and IFSC code.<\/p>\n<p>The system will perform a &#8220;Penny Drop&#8221; test i.e. it will send a small amount (like \u20b91) to your bank account to ensure the details are correct.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>3rd Step: KYC (Know Your Customer)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This is the most critical part. You will be redirected to an e-KYC portal and here, you will use your Aadhaar to verify your identity. In some cases, a brief Video-KYC might be required where you show your original PAN card to a camera.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>4th Step: Accessing the Portal<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Once your documents are verified, you will receive your login credentials. It usually takes 1-2 business days. You can then log in to the <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> dashboard.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>5th Step: Placing a Bid (Primary Market)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>To buy new bonds:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Go to the &#8220;Primary Market&#8221; section.<\/li>\n<li>Look at the &#8220;Auction Calendar&#8221; to see which bonds are currently being issued.<\/li>\n<li>Select the bond you want and enter the amount (Minimum is usually \u20b910,000).<\/li>\n<li>Make the payment using UPI or Net Banking.<\/li>\n<li>Once the auction is finalized, the bonds will be credited to your RDG account.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><strong>6th Step: Trading (Secondary Market)<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you missed an auction or want to sell your bonds before they mature, you can use the NDS-OM (Negotiated Dealing System-Order Matching) section. This is a secondary market where you can buy and sell bonds with other investors in real-time.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Zero_Costs_and_Fees\"><\/span><strong>Zero Costs and Fees<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest advantages of the <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> scheme is the cost\u2014or the lack of it.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Registration Fee:<\/strong> Nil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Annual Maintenance Charges (AMC):<\/strong> Nil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Brokerage:<\/strong> Nil.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Transaction Fees:<\/strong> Nil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The only costs you might encounter are the nominal payment gateway charges (if applicable) when you transfer funds via certain net banking portals. Compared to traditional demat accounts where you pay for opening, yearly maintenance, and every trade, this is a significant saving.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Main_Risks\"><\/span><strong>2 Main Risks<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While government bonds are the safest investment in terms of getting your money back (credit risk), they are not 100% risk-free in terms of market value.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>1. Interest Rate Risk<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Bond prices have an inverse relationship with interest rates. If the RBI increases interest rates in the economy, the market price of your existing bond (which has a lower old rate) might fall. However, if you hold the bond until maturity, this does not matter\u2014you will get your full principal back along with all promised interest.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>2. Liquidity Risk<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>While the secondary market on the <strong>RBI Retail Direct<\/strong> portal is growing, it is not yet as &#8220;liquid&#8221; as the stock market. This means if you want to sell a very large amount of bonds urgently, you might not find a buyer immediately at your desired price. It is best to invest money that you don&#8217;t need until the bond matures.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taxation_on_Government_Bonds\"><\/span><strong>Taxation on Government Bonds<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-25645978 \" src=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913.webp\" alt=\"RBI Retail Direct\" width=\"354\" height=\"236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913.webp 1500w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-1024x683.webp 1024w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-150x100.webp 150w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-750x500.webp 750w, https:\/\/entri.app\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/913-1140x760.webp 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 354px) 100vw, 354px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is a common misconception that government bonds are tax-free. The reality is:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Interest Income:<\/strong> The interest you receive every six months is added to your total income and taxed as per your income tax slab (e.g., 10%, 20%, or 30%).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Capital Gains:<\/strong> If you sell the bond in the secondary market at a profit, you may have to pay Capital Gains Tax. If held for more than 3 years, it is usually considered Long-Term Capital Gain, popularly known as LTCG.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs):<\/strong> These have a special tax benefit. If you hold SGBs until the full maturity of 8 years, the capital gains are completely tax-free.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RBI_Retail_Direct_vs_Bank_Fixed_Deposits\"><\/span><strong>RBI Retail Direct vs. Bank Fixed Deposits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Bank Fixed Deposit (FD)<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>RBI Retail Direct (G-Secs)<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Safety<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Up to \u20b95 Lakh (DICGC cover)<\/td>\n<td>Unlimited (Sovereign Guarantee)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Tenure<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Usually up to 10 years<\/td>\n<td>Up to 40 years<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Liquidity<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Easy (Premature withdrawal)<\/td>\n<td>Market-dependent (via NDS-OM)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Interest Rate<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Fixed for the term<\/td>\n<td>Fixed for the term<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Returns<\/strong><\/td>\n<td>Generally lower for long tenors<\/td>\n<td>Often higher for long tenors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/entri.app\/course\/stock-market-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Learn Stock Marketing with a Share Trading Expert! 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