Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme

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Updated On - 06 Sep 2025

Union Bank of India offers its customers an option to open a fixed deposit account that allows them to benefit from preferential interest rates and also a monthly pay out of interest as per the contracted rate.

This specific scheme is known as Union Bank of India Monthly Income.

Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme

Eligibility Criteria for Applying for Union Bank of India Monthly Income

The basic eligibility criteria for opening a Monthly Income Deposit with Union Bank of India are as follows:

  1. Customer must be above 18 years of age
  2. Customer must be either salaried, self-employed or retired and an Indian citizen
  3. Customer must have existing banking relationship with Union Bank of India or must come with proper introductions

Apart from the above-mentioned basic criteria, the bank might require additional conditions to be fulfilled, based on its discretion.

Features of Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme

Account Type

Individuals can open an account. Joint accounts can be opened. Individuals can open an account on behalf of a minor.

Deposit Amount

  1. Minimum subsequent deposit is in multiples of Rs.1,000
  2. No maximum limit for deposits

Rate of Interest

Anywhere between 6.80% per annum to 7.25% per annum

Period

  1. Minimum duration - 12 months
  2. Maximum duration - 10 years

TDS

TDS Certificate will be issued by the Bank

Lock-in Period

N/A

Tax Rebate Applicability

N/A

Loan against Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme

N/A (subject to change based on bank's discretion)

Nomination

Nomination facility is available

Auto Renewals

The scheme is valid only for the period selected at initiation. Renewal for another year happens only if the deposit is continued

Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme Interest Rates

Tenure 

Rate of Interest 

1 year 

6.80% 

More than 1 year - 398 days 

6.80% 

399 days 

7.25% 

400 days – Two Years 

6.60% 

More than two years – less than three years 

6.60% 

3 years 

6.60% 

More than 3 years – 5 years 

6.50% 

More than 5 years – 10 years 

6.50% 

*The interest rates mentioned above are effective from 2 August 2024.

FAQs on Union Bank of India Monthly Income Scheme

  • What is the interest rate applicable for a Monthly Income Deposit account?

    The interest rate could range from 6.80% per annum to 7.25% per annum. That would include any additional interest provided for senior citizens too.

  • What are the documents required for opening a Monthly Income Deposit?

    One would require an introduction to the bank or should be an existing customer. Apart from that, two recent passport size photographs of the person(s) opening the account will be required. Government attested ID proof and declaration through Form 60 or 61 or PAN (Permanent Account Number) or GIR (General Index Register) needs to be provided.

  • How to apply for a Monthly Income Deposit in Union Bank of India?

    One can apply for a Monthly Income Deposit with Union Bank of India through any of its official branches by furnishing the required documents and the minimum deposit amount.

  • What is the maturity period of a Monthly Income Deposit?

    The minimum maturity period of a Monthly Income Deposit will be 12 months and the maximum would be 10 years.

  • What is the lock-in period for a Monthly Income Deposit account?

    There are no applicable lock-in periods for this deposit and it can be prematurely cancelled at any time to obtain the principal and accrued interest.

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