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Post Office Savings Account(SB)

Also known as POSA

The objective of the Post Office Savings Account (SB) scheme is to encourage people to save money safely with the government. It offers easy access, a low minimum balance of ₹500, and steady interest, helping individuals build regular saving habits.

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Scheme at a glance

Level
Central Government
Ministry / Department
Ministry Of Communication
Applies to
Individual
Applicable states
All States (Central)

States

All States (Central)

Details from the myScheme record

Benefit type: Cash Minority: No Disability: No Residence: Both How to apply: Offline Scheme type: Centrally Sponsored Scheme

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Post OfficeSavings AccountInterest PayableBanking

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