AU offers up to 7.40% p.a. · Equitas up to 7.75% p.a. · Side-by-side across all tenures, general & senior citizen rates.
Highlighted cells show the higher rate for each tenure. Dataset refreshed 1 Oct 2026.
| Tenure | AU | Equitas | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| General | Senior | General | Senior | |
| 6 months | 6.35% | 6.85% | 6.35% | 6.85% |
| 1 year | 7.10% | 7.60% | 7.10% | 7.60% |
| 2 years | 7.10% | 7.60% | 7.00% | 7.50% |
| 3 years | 7.00% | 7.50% | 7.10% | 7.60% |
| 5 years | 6.75% | 7.25% | 7.00% | 7.50% |
Rates for retail deposits below ₹3 crore. Senior citizen rate typically +0.25–0.50% p.a. Green cells show the higher general rate for each tenure. Calculate your maturity amount →
AU is a small finance bank that typically posts higher FD rates to attract retail deposits. Equitas is a small finance bank with a broader product range and wider branch reach. Equitas holds a slim rate advantage right now. For most depositors the difference is modest; branch proximity and existing banking relationships are equally worth weighing.
This is informational only — always verify the current rate on the bank's official website and consult a financial adviser for personalised guidance.
Equitas Small Finance Bank currently offers a higher maximum FD rate of 7.75% p.a., compared to 7.40% p.a. from AU Small Finance Bank (as of 1 Oct 2026).
AU Small Finance Bank offers 7.10% p.a. for general depositors on 1-year FDs, and 7.60% p.a. for senior citizens (as of 1 Oct 2026). Confirm the current rate on AU Small Finance Bank's official website before investing.
Equitas Small Finance Bank offers 7.10% p.a. for general depositors on 1-year FDs, and 7.60% p.a. for senior citizens (as of 1 Oct 2026). Confirm the current rate on Equitas Small Finance Bank's official website before investing.
Yes. Both AU Small Finance Bank and Equitas Small Finance Bank are regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Deposits at both banks are insured by the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) up to ₹5,00,000 per depositor per bank, covering principal and interest combined. Amounts above ₹5 lakh are not covered by deposit insurance.
Yes, both banks offer additional interest for senior citizens (aged 60 and above), typically 0.25%–0.50% p.a. above the general rate. AU Small Finance Bank's 1-year senior rate: 7.60% p.a. Equitas Small Finance Bank's 1-year senior rate: 7.60% p.a.
The highest rate between the two is 7.75% p.a. from Equitas Small Finance Bank for the 888 days tenure (general public, retail deposits below ₹3 crore, as of 1 Oct 2026).
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