What Premature FD Withdrawal Can Change
Why closing an FD early can change the applicable rate, interest and proceeds compared with the original maturity estimate.
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Closing early changes the scenario being calculated
An original FD maturity estimate assumes the principal remains deposited for the full entered tenure at the stated rate and compounding frequency. Closing the deposit after 18 months instead of three years breaks that original set of assumptions.
The amount paid on premature closure depends on the institution's terms. The rate applicable to the completed tenure, any permitted reduction or penalty, prior interest payments and the final closure calculation can all matter.
Original example: ₹2 lakh contracted for three years
Suppose ₹2,00,000 is entered at an illustrative contracted rate of 7% for three years with quarterly compounding. The rate is not a current bank offer. Under the FD Calculator's original full-tenure convention, the result is:
| Principal | Original tenure | Compounding | Original interest estimate | Original maturity estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ₹2,00,000 | 3 years | Quarterly | ₹46,288 | ₹2,46,288 |
Known from the original scenario—and what must be checked
| Known | Must check with the institution |
|---|---|
| Original principal: ₹2,00,000 | Rate applicable to the completed 18-month tenure |
| Original assumptions: 7%, 3 years, quarterly | Any premature-withdrawal reduction or penalty under the product terms |
| Original maturity estimate: ₹2,46,288 | Exact closure date and interest treatment up to that date |
| Requested closure point: 18 months | Any interest already paid and the institution's final calculation and rounding |
The original estimate is not the withdrawal proceeds
The ₹2,46,288 figure is the original three-year maturity estimate. It is not an 18-month withdrawal amount and should not be reduced by an assumed universal percentage.
The current FD Calculator does not calculate premature-withdrawal proceeds. It does not model a completed-tenure rate, institution-specific reduction, closure-specific rounding or interest already paid.
What to check before requesting closure
The FD calculation guide explains the original full-tenure mechanics. For the broader product overview, see Fixed Deposit Explained.
- Deposit receipt or advice showing principal, start date, maturity date and contracted terms.
- Premature-closure terms for the specific deposit and institution.
- The rate the institution says applies to the completed tenure.
- Any reduction, penalty or adjustment permitted by those terms.
- A final closure statement showing the institution's calculation.
Frequently asked questions
Can I subtract a standard penalty from the original maturity amount?
No universal adjustment applies to every deposit. The completed-tenure rate and any reduction or penalty depend on the institution's terms and final calculation.
Does the FD Calculator show the amount payable after 18 months?
No. It shows the full entered scenario. It does not calculate premature-withdrawal proceeds or institution-specific closure treatment.
Why might the rate used at closure differ from the original rate?
The institution may apply terms linked to the period the deposit actually remained open. Check the specific deposit terms and final closure statement.
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