Earn Rs. 20,000 Monthly: Government's Senior Citizen Savings Scheme Offers High Returns

N
News18•15-02-2026, 15:39
Earn Rs. 20,000 Monthly: Government's Senior Citizen Savings Scheme Offers High Returns
- •The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) is a government-backed scheme offering a steady monthly income.
- •Eligible for Indian citizens aged 60 and above, with exceptions for VRS (55+) and defense personnel (50+).
- •Investments range from Rs. 1,000 to Rs. 30 lakhs, with a current interest rate of 8.2%.
- •Investing Rs. 30 lakhs can yield over Rs. 20,500 per month, deposited quarterly.
- •Offers tax benefits under Section 80C; TDS applies if interest exceeds Rs. 1 lakh annually, but can be avoided with Form 15H.
✦
More like this
Loading more articles...





