Mahila Samman Saving Certificate Scheme: All You Need To Know
Producer: Priyanka DasEditor: Manuj Yadav
Mahila Samman Saving Certificate is a one-time new small savings scheme of the government of India announced in the Union Budget 2023.
The MSSC is a low-risk investment option with attractive returns specifically designed for women.
Eligibility:Any resident Indian woman, regardless of age, is eligible. An account can be established for a minor girl by her natural or legal guardian.
Type of Account:Only individual accounts are permitted.An account opened for a minor girl will be managed by the natural or legal guardian until she reaches adulthood.
The minimum deposit is Rs. 1000/- and the maximum is Rs. 200,000/-.
There is no limit on the number of accounts per depositor, as long as the total amount across all accounts under this scheme does not exceed Rs 200,000/-.
The scheme offers an annual interest rate of 7.5%. Interest will be compounded quarterly and deposited into the account. Eligible interest will be disbursed upon closure, pre-closure, or partial withdrawal of the account.
Partial Withdrawal:After one year from the date of deposit, up to forty percent (40%) of the eligible balance can be withdrawn. This partial withdrawal option is accessible only once before maturity.
The Mahila Samman Saving Certificate Scheme has been rolled out through banks and post offices across the country.