Those planning to place funds in a bank deposit (Fixed Deposit, FD) or who already have such deposits should pay attention to the rate changes. Punjab National Bank (PNB) and Canara Bank have adjusted their FD interest rates in November. The new terms came into effect on November 1 and November 2, 2026, respectively.
At Canara Bank, the maximum rate for senior citizens is 7.25%, and for regular customers, it is 6.75%. Meanwhile, PNB offers a maximum of 6.60% for regular customers and 7.10% for senior citizens. These rates apply to domestic FDs amounting to less than 3 crore rupees.
The new interest rates at Canara Bank started applying from November 2, 2026. The bank increased the interest on select term FDs by 15 basis points (0.15%). The highest percentage is offered by the bank for a special FD term of 555 days.
Interest Rates for Regular Customers:
For the special FD term of 555 days, the rate is now 6.75%, whereas previously it was 6.60%. Additionally, a rate of 6.65% is offered for the special FD term of 444 days.
Interest Rates for Other Terms:
For senior citizens, the maximum rate for the special FD term of 555 days reaches 7.25%, up from the previous 7.10%. For the 444-day FD, the rate is 7.15%.
Furthermore, Canara Bank provides an additional interest of 0.50% above the standard rate for qualified senior citizens on domestic FDs of 180 days or more.
The new FD rates at Punjab National Bank (PNB) came into effect on November 1, 2026. The bank offers an interest rate from 3% to 6.60% for regular customers, with the maximum rate achieved on a special FD term of 444 days.
Interest Rates for Regular Customers:
For senior citizens at PNB, the maximum rate for the special FD term of 444 days is 7.10%. Rates of 7% are also offered for a 666-day FD and 6.75% for a one-year FD.
The bank also provides an additional percentage for certain super-senior citizens aged 80 and above.
In addition to these two public sector banks, the large private bank Accent Bank has also made changes to its FD rates. However, these changes concern domestic bulk fixed deposits (Bulk Fixed Deposit) amounting to 3 crore rupees or more. The new rates became available from November 3, 2026, and differ from the bank's standard retail FD programs.
It is important to remember that the actual return on FD depends on the investment term, customer category, and conditions set by the bank. Before making an investment decision, it is recommended to check the interest rate information on the bank's official website.


