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Karnataka Bank NRE Fixed Deposit interest rates · October 2026

As of 5 Oct 2026, Karnataka Bank offers up to 7.00% p.a. on its NRE fixed deposit (555 days only) for general customers. Rates below are as published by the bank — confirm with Karnataka before investing.

NRE Fixed Deposit rates

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

TenureGeneralSeniorTrendApplies toAs ofSource
1 year to 554 days
6.50% 6.50% Any amount
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555 days only
7.00% 7.00% Any amount
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556 days to 2 years
6.40% 6.40% Any amount
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Above 2 years to 3 years
6.15% 6.15% Any amount
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Above 3 years to 5 years
6.15% 6.15% Any amount
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Above 5 years to 10 years
5.50% 5.50% Any amount
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Karnataka NRE FD: frequently asked questions

What is the highest Karnataka NRE FD interest rate?

As of 5 Oct 2026, Karnataka Bank offers up to 7.00% p.a. on its NRE fixed deposit (555 days only) for general customers. Rates below are as published by the bank — confirm with Karnataka before investing.

Do senior citizens get higher NRE FD rates at Karnataka?

Karnataka 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 Karnataka 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 Karnataka insured?

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

How current are these Karnataka rates?

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

Good to know

Deposits with Karnataka 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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