New Delhi, March 15 -- Fixed deposits (FDs) are considered to provide reliable, consistent long-term investment returns. They are especially beneficial for conservative investors who avoid taking risks. Certain small finance banks in India offer FD interest rates of over 9%, which is relatively higher than those of public, private, and foreign banks.

Here are the latest FD rates for small finance banks

For senior citizens, Unity Small Finance Bank offers the highest rate of interest at 9.1% per annum for a tenure of 1001 days. The highest interest rate for general citizens is 8.6%. The bank revised the interest rates on March 11, 2025. It offers 7.25% interest on 1 year FD deposits for general citizens and 7.75% for senior citizens.

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