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IDFC First Bank NRE Fixed Deposit interest rates · October 2026

As of 5 Oct 2026, IDFC First Bank offers up to 7.10% p.a. on its NRE fixed deposit (500 days – 3 years) for general customers. Rates below are as published by the bank — confirm with IDFC First before investing.

NRE Fixed Deposit rates

Rates for deposits below ₹3 crore · general vs senior citizen · trend over time

TenureGeneralSeniorTrendApplies toAs ofSource
1 year – 370 days
6.50% 6.50% Any amount
1 Sept 2026
official
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371 days – 499 days
7.00% 7.00% Any amount
1 Sept 2026
official
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500 days – 3 years
7.10% 7.10% Any amount
1 Sept 2026
official
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3 years 1 day – 5 years
6.75% 6.75% Any amount
1 Sept 2026
official
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5 years 1 day – 10 years
6.00% 6.00% Any amount
1 Sept 2026
official
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IDFC First NRE FD: frequently asked questions

What is the highest IDFC First NRE FD interest rate?

As of 5 Oct 2026, IDFC First Bank offers up to 7.10% p.a. on its NRE fixed deposit (500 days – 3 years) for general customers. Rates below are as published by the bank — confirm with IDFC First before investing.

Do senior citizens get higher NRE FD rates at IDFC First?

IDFC First Bank does not publish a separate senior citizen premium for these deposits in our data. Check the bank's official rate card for any senior-citizen offers.

Is interest on IDFC First NRE FDs taxable in India?

Interest on NRE deposits is generally exempt from income tax in India for eligible Non-Resident Indians. Tax rules depend on your residential status and the country you live in, so confirm with a tax advisor.

Is my NRE fixed deposit with IDFC First insured?

Deposits with IDFC First Bank are insured by DICGC up to ₹5,00,000 per depositor per bank (principal + interest combined).

How current are these IDFC First rates?

RateScan.in refreshed this dataset on 5 Oct 2026; the bank's rates shown here are effective 1 Sept 2026. Rates can change without notice, so verify on the official IDFC First website before investing.

Good to know

Deposits with IDFC First Bank are insured by DICGC up to ₹5,00,000 per depositor (principal + interest). Senior citizens (60+) typically earn an extra 0.50% p.a. over the published general rates.

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