The Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) is a type of term deposit account offered by India Post. The MIS scheme pays interest each month and is suited for those who seek regular or supplementary income from their investments. This is a type of investment plan that is offered by the Department of Posts (DoP), also known as India Post. Those who would like to invest in Post Office monthly income schemes can do so at any post office in their respective locality. As of 1 April 2020, the interest rate offered on the Post Office Monthly Income Scheme is 6.6% p.a
Post Office Monthly Income Scheme Interest Rates
Given below are the revised interest rates offered on Post Office MIS schemes with effect from 1st April 2020
Tenure
Regular rate
(per annum )
Senior Citizen Rate
(per annum)
5 years
6.6%
NA
The interest rate that is paid on the Post Office Monthly Income Scheme is 6.6% p.a. for an investment period of 5 years.
The rate of interest paid is not applicable to senior citizens and those who belong to this category can invest in the Senior Citizens Savings Scheme (SCSS).
Amount
Maturity Period
Interest payment
Premature withdrawal
Single account - up to Rs.4.5 lakh
Joint account - up to Rs. 9 lakh
5 years
Credited each month to Post Office Savings Account
Allowed after 12 months. Penalty applicable.
Features
Low risk: Safe investment that offers guaranteed returns after the maturity period. The risk-level in this scheme is almost 0%.
5-year lock-in: Comes with a mandatory lock-in period of 5 years. Investors can also re-invest in the same scheme after the maturity period if they wish to.
Premature withdrawal: Can be made after paying a penalty fee.
Regular Payouts: Regular payment of interest makes this scheme an attractive investment option for those looking to earn income at frequent periods of time.
How to open Post office MIS account
To open a monthly income scheme, you will have to pay a visit to the nearest post office. Ask for the application form, fill in details and submit identity and address proof documents. There is no online facility to open this type of account yet.
Difference between MIS and other monthly income plans
Post Office MIS scheme
Mutual funds
Fixed deposit
The interest rate offered is fixed at a given rate.
The rate of return varies and depends on market conditions.
The rate of interest paid is fixed.
Guaranteed returns.
Returns are relative and not always guaranteed.
Assured returns.
No TDS.
No TDS.
TDS applicable.
Investment limit applicable.
No limit.
No limit.
Lesser risk.
Moderate to high risk.
Nil risk.
Premature withdrawal with penalty.
Minimum lock-in period of 3 years for SIP.
Premature withdrawal subject to penalty.
Eligibility criteria
Who can open an MIS account?
Resident Indians
Minor aged 10 and above
Documents required
Account opening form
Passport size photos
Identity and address proof - PAN, Aadhaar, Driving Licence, Passport, Voter ID
Post Office Monthly Income Scheme FAQs
Is nomination facility available?
Yes.
Can a single account be converted into a joint account?
Yes. The vice-versa can also be done.
Will the depositor be eligible to receive a bonus?
India Post has stopped making bonus payments with effect from 2011.
What is the minimum balance that needs to be maintained in an MIS account?
Rs.1,500.
What is the minimum period for which a deposit should be held before making a premature withdrawal?
12 months.
What are the other types of accounts that can be opened at India Post?
Post Office Savings Account
5-Year Post Office Recurring Deposit Account
Post Office Time Deposit Account
Senior Citizens Savings Scheme
15-year Public Provident Fund Account
National Savings Certificate
Kisan Vikas Patra
Sukanya Samriddhi Accounts
How can a nominee or legal heir claim the money of the deceased deposit holder?
The nominee can furnish the death certificate and claim the maturity amount that is entitled to him/her. In case there is no nominee, the legal heir can make a claim on the same.
In case of joint accounts, what will be the share that is given out to each account holder?
The sharing will be made on a 50:50 basis. This means that each depositor in a joint account will get an equal share.
Is it possible to transfer the account from one post office to another?
Yes. This can be done.
What is the penalty rate for premature withdrawal?
News About Post Office Monthly Income Scheme - India Post
Post Office FD schemes offer interest rates of up to 6.7%
Many individuals opt for various Post Office Schemes due to their financial stability, security, and safety. As per the latest details that have been issued by the Department of Posts, the government has decided to keep the interest rates on the different post office schemes the same for the second quarter of the FY 2020-2021. The date that has been mentioned on the circular is 1 July 2020. In the case of term deposits with a tenure ranging between 1 year and 3 years, the rate of interest will be 5.5%. In the case of a 5-year Term Deposit, the interest rate will be 6.7%. Any investments made towards the 5-year fixed deposits will be eligible for tax benefits under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act, 1961.
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I was having my savings account from Post office hence i have invested my money into Post office Fixed deposit scheme. I have invested the money of Rs. 25000. There is a lockin period of 10 years. I have invested the money in the year of 2011. Post office service is proper. Overall, I'm happy about the services.
Interest rate is very low in Indian post office Fixed deposit scheme because they are providing only 8.5%. I have chosen this office because of the child benefits. I have invested the money of Rs. 1.5 years. Its 3 years lock in period. Overall, I'm satisfied with the service provided by post office employees.
I have paid the money of Rs. 4.5 lakhs as a fixed deposit in the Indian post office. For the safety purpose, i have chosen the post office account. They are offering me a interest rate of 7.9%. There is a lockin period of 5 years. If i withdraw the money in 1 year, they will reduce the interest rate of 2% and after 3 years, its 1%.
In post office rate of interest is higher for the fixed deposit when compared to the bank, I invested Rs. 5000 on monthly basis its comes in a year Rs. 60,000 after 5 years I got Rs. 3.75,000 I got Rs. 75,000 extra. The service is not comfortable if we have any relative who working there it would supportive or else difficult.
My Post office branch is located in own campus hence there is no queue. I opened the fixed deposit, I made one time investment for five years its has tax exemption. They are providing 7% of interest for per annum. I believe it has online access as well.
I do not use Post office service often because its inconvenient and they recently started the debit card service or else we need to visit to the branch for the withdrawing the money in the queue. But Post office fixed deposit interest has more interest, my mother is taking care of it.
My fixed deposit got matured with Post office, the interest was nominal. The staff are good they gave me good service. There was no online option hence I need to visit for depositing the cash. I invested for five years for fixed deposit, my experience was good.
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RAJARAM KOTHANDARAMAN
, chennai
Reviewed on Apr 03, 2019
I have started investing in the fixed deposit almost more than 5 years. I have invested a variable amount in different times. They have offered me a interest rate of 7.5%. The response was good. I have chosen the post office because of the safe and security.
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DEBAJYOTI BORAH
, guwahati
Reviewed on Dec 12, 2018
Earlier I invested in FD at post office, after five year I got the deposit amount with the best interest, payment mode is only cash. For Rs. 10,000 fixed deposit I got around Rs. 15,000 it helped me out. The service is also good in post office, the staff are responding well. Its good for domestic service.
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SINGIRAPPAGARI RAGHUNATH
, bangalore
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2018
I have invested the money in post office account recently. I have chosen the post office 5 years back. Its because of the safe and security and elements of the post office. Interest rates are more when i compared with other private bank. I have invested the money of Rs. 1.5 lakhs. Its easy to invest the money. I have a friend who is working over there helped me a lot.
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PADMINI GANGADHARAN JITHESH
, chennai
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2018
Earlier I have taken fixed deposit in Post office, I have deposited the amount of Rs. 8 lakhs, they are providing 8% for interest for the period of one year. Now it came down, the benefits are good but I need to engage with the agent to invest the money in FD. Their service is not upto the mark.
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RAGHURAMAN KRISHNAMURTHY
, hyderabad
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2018
I have a Fixed Deposit account with India Post Office from last 1 year, i have invested an amount Rs 1 lac and maturity period is after 5 years. Customer service is very good and they explained all the terms and conditions. I get a returns of 7% and i am satisfied with it.
I have opened a Fixed Deposit with India Post Office from last 3 years, the services provided by India Post office is no up to the mark and their response is always delayed. I am not sure with the amount of investment made. I am not satisfied with the returns of this Fixed deposit.
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RAGHURAMAN KRISHNAMURTHY
, hyderabad
Reviewed on Feb 05, 2018
I had a Fixed Deposit with Post Office a few time back, and found the return to be pretty satisfying. I found the overall experience with them to be pretty good and didn't face any issue at all. I found this account to be good return for the investment I made.
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SUGATA CHATTERJEE CHATTERJEE
, bhubaneshwar
Reviewed on Nov 08, 2017
I do have the Fixed deposit account with the India post office. Interest rate is more than bankers with them. I would like to say that the customer service is very average one and that has to be get improved more, also they need to work on it.
Post Fixed Deposit is good, when compared with bank deposit this is the best one. The reason why because if we can with draw from PO any time after one year no charges however when it comes to bank we have to hold up to 5 years,. No charges even if we break it after 1 year they will calculate the interest earned for one year and they will credit the amount. Most of the people are not aware about post office also they dont have online facility and these are all the drawback of Post office.
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MOHAN DEVARALA
, hyderabad
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2016
Too quick , too easy to open a FD at POST OFFICE. It takes hardly 10 minutes to open this FD. All I had to do is fill the form and they will courier my details to my mailing address. Its a one time visit there is no need for me to visit Post office again for the same purpose. Best of all, they are offering the best interest rate in the market.
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LOKESH SOUNDARAJAN
, bangalore
Reviewed on Nov 25, 2016
I have got the fixed deposit account with the India post office. Interest rate is around 7.5% per annum and its the annual compounding and the total tenure is around twenty years of time and I have maintaining this account for my children future. Customer service is not a responsive one like its very difficult to handle.
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SURENDRAN NATH MISHRA
, mumbai
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2016
Interest rate offered by India post is approximately 6%-7.5% for the fixed deposit for the minimum lock in period of seven years . After five years we will get the lump sum amount. The amount to start the plan is Rs.1000. There is no activation or any maintenance fee.
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SRINIVAS BALLA
, hyderabad
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2016
Only reason to go with India Post Office for fixed deposit is the rate as comparatively they are high as the percentage is 8.7%. Very well we can drop the deposit in middle but no idea about the penalty. Very soon they are going to introduce savings account to the people. If we speak about customer service they lack.
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KATAKAM NARESH KUMAR
, hyderabad
Reviewed on Mar 02, 2016
