How Ujjivan’s High-Interest Savings Accounts are Breaking Traditional Banking Norms
July 29, 2025
Savings accounts have long been seen as the safest place to keep money you’re not using, right away. But just “keeping it safe” isn't enough. You want that money to grow too.
While most traditional banks offer low interest rates on savings accounts, Small Finance Banks like Ujjivan SFB offer high interest savings accounts where you can earn up to 7.15%* interest on account balance (*T&C Apply). That means your idle money can earn more without you doing anything extra.
And the best part? It’s all RBI-regulated and fully safe up to ₹5 lakhs under the Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC) rules.
What Makes Ujjivan SFB’s Savings Account Different?
Here’s why Ujjivan SFB’s savings accounts are worth looking at:
Bottom line: Ujjivan SFB’s savings account offers up to 7.15% interest (T&C Apply*), returns more than what most banks give — especially if you keep a good balance.
Ujjivan SFB’s Tiered Savings Account Interest Rates
Ujjivan SFB uses a slab-based (or tiered) system for calculating interest. This is what sets it apart from most traditional banks.
Instead of giving one fixed rate for your entire balance, Ujjivan SFB applies different interest rates to different parts of your savings. As your balance increases, parts of it earn more interest.
Click here for the latest rates, effective 5 June 2026.
Example:
Let’s say your account balance is ₹12 lakhs.
That’s how Ujjivan SFB rewards higher savings account interest rates without locking your money like a Fixed Deposit would.
How the Savings Account Interest Rates are Calculated & Paid
A common question is: when and how does this interest actually get added to your account?
Here’s how Ujjivan SFB handles it:
You can also try Ujjivan SFB’s Savings Account Interest Calculator to see how much you might earn based on your balance.
Do Senior Citizens Get Extra?
This is a commonly misunderstood area — so here’s the simple truth:
No, Ujjivan SFB does not offer extra interest on savings accounts for senior citizens. The same interest slabs apply to everyone, regardless of age.
But… senior citizens do get 0.50% extra interest on Ujjivan SFB Fixed Deposits.
So if you're looking for higher earnings and don’t need daily access to your money, a fixed deposit might be a better option. You can read more about the differences here: FD vs. Savings Account – What’s Better?
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for a savings account that actually grows your money, Ujjivan SFB’s tiered interest rates offer one of the most rewarding setups. While traditional banks offer low flat rates, Ujjivan SFB rewards you as your balance increases, going up to 7.15% (T&C Apply) per annum — all while keeping your money accessible and safe.
Ready to try it out? Open your Digital Savings Account in a few minutes.
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