Union Bank Short Deposit Receipt

Fixed deposits are great investment options for the ones with a traditional point of view of saving, but at times, one needs to have a greater stable return on an investment over a shorter period, rather than a traditionally longer period.

Updated On - 05 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 deposit periods of as low as 7 days.

This specific scheme is known as Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt.

Features of Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt

Account Type

Both individuals and non-individuals can apply. Hindu Undivided Families allowed. Accounts can be jointly held

Deposit Amount

  1. Minimum deposit is Rs.1,000
  2. No maximum limit for deposits

Rate of Interest

Anywhere between 3.00% to 4.40%

Period

  1. Minimum duration - 7 days
  2. Maximum duration - 179 days

TDS

TDS Certificate will be issued by the Bank

Lock-in Period

7 days

Tax Rebate Applicability

N/A

Loan against Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt

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 change of terms is allowed by the bank

Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt Eligibility Criteria

The basic eligibility criteria for opening a Short Deposit Receipt 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.

Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt Interest Rates

The interest rates offered on Union Bank of India Monthly Incomes are linked to the base rate of the bank. The rates could be anywhere from 3.00% per annum to 4.40% per annum for the general populace. Senior citizens might get an additional rate over and above the advertised rates.

The interest to be paid will be credit to the Savings, Current or Cumulative account of the depositor after the maturity.

Tenure

Interest Rate (per annum)

7 days to 14 days

3.00%

15 days to 30 days

3.00%

31 days to 45 days

3.00%

46 days to 90 days

4.05%

91 days to 120 days

4.30%

121 days to 179 days

4.40%

Note : The interest rates mentioned are at the discretion of the bank and are liable to change.

FAQs on Union Bank of India Short Deposit Receipt

  • What are the documents required for opening a Short Deposit Receipt 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.

  • What is the interest rate applicable for a Short Deposit Receipt Deposit account?

    The interest rate could range from 4.00% per annum to 8.10% per annum. That would include any additional interest provided for senior citizens too.

  • How to apply for a Short Deposit Receipt Deposit in Union Bank of India?

    One can apply for a Short Deposit Receipt 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 Short Deposit Receipt Deposit?

    The minimum maturity period of a Short Deposit Receipt will be 7 days and the maximum would be 179 days.

  • What is the lock-in period for a Short Deposit Receipt Deposit account?

    Though there are no applicable lock-in periods for this deposit, the minimum time the deposit has to be retained is 7 days.

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