Axis Bank Basic Savings Account

 What is Axis Bank Basic Savings Account?

The Axis Bank Basic Savings Account is a zero-balance savings account designed to meet the basic banking needs of individuals. It offers essential banking services without requiring a minimum balance.

Updated On - 15 Sep 2025
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  All individuals who are residents of India can open a sole or joint Basic Savings Account. Applicant must not have an existing savings account with Axis Bank.    

Bank

Axis Bank

Category

Basic Savings Account

Minimum Balance

No minimum balance required

Interest Rate

4% on Daily Balance; Paid quarterly

Card Offered

RuPay Debit Card

Services Offered with Axis Bank Basic Savings Account:

Internet Banking

Yes

Mobile Banking

Yes

SMS Alerts

Yes

Passbook / e-statements

Yes

Cash Withdrawal

4 free withdrawals per month (at Axis Bank ATMs and any other bank ATMs)

Features of Axis Bank Basic Savings Account:

Access

Over 11,500 Axis Bank ATMs and 2300 Axis Bank branches

Complimentary Debit Card

RuPay Debit Card with high withdrawal limit of Rs 40,000.

Easy Tracking of Account Activity

Track account activity easily with monthly e-statements or a passbook.

Cheque Book Facility

Get one free payable-at-par cheque book per year.

Fees & Charges of Axis Bank Basic Savings Account:

Charges for cash deposit for value up to Rs 1 lakh

Free

Charges for deposit beyond Rs 1 lakh

Rs 5 for every Rs 1000 deposited or Rs 150, whichever is higher.

ATM cash withdrawal beyond free limit

Rs 20 (financial transactions) Rs 8.5 (non-financial transactions)

NEFT Fees (Branch & Online)

Up to Rs 10,000 – Rs 2.5 per transaction; Rs 10,000 to Rs 1 Lakh – Rs 5 per transaction; Rs 1 Lakh to Rs 2 Lakh – Rs 15 per transaction; above Rs 2 Lakh – Rs 25 per transaction.

IMPS Fee

Up to Rs.1 Lakh – Rs 5 per transaction; Rs 1 Lakh to Rs.2 Lakh - Rs.15 per transaction.

Surcharge at petrol pumps

2.5% on purchase value (minimum Rs 10)

Card Replacement Fee

Rs 150

Additional Cheque Book Fee

Rs 50 per cheque book

DD/PO cancellation

Rs 100

Stop Payment Instructions - Cheque

Rs 100 per cheque

Locker Fees

Varies depending on size & branch

Value Added SMS Alerts

Rs 5 per month

GST of 18% is applicable on all banking products and services from July 1, 2017 onwards.

FAQs on Axis Bank Basic Savings Account

  • Who is eligible to open an Axis Bank Basic Savings Account?

    Any Indian resident can open the account, provided they don’t already hold another savings account with Axis Bank.

  • Is there a minimum balance requirement for this account?

    No, the Axis Bank Basic Savings Account is a zero-balance account with no minimum balance requirement.

  • What is the interest rate offered on this account?

    Axis Bank offers 4% interest per annum on the daily balance, credited quarterly.

  • How many free ATM withdrawals are allowed per month?

    You can make up to 4 free cash withdrawals per month from Axis Bank or other bank ATMs.

  • Does this account come with a debit card?

    Yes, a complimentary RuPay Debit Card is provided with a withdrawal limit of ₹40,000.

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