What is it ?
It is a basket that comprises of 12 instruments
What does it include ?
exs are
1) National saving certificate (NSC)
2) Public Provident Fund (PPF)
3) Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP)
4) Sukanya Samriddhi scheme
Which panel has suggested on Small saving scheme ?
Shyamala Gopinath panel – A market-linked interest rate system for Small savings schemes
When are the rates for small savings scheme announced ?
Announced quarterly
What type of deposits do Small savings scheme include ?
Savings Deposit, Monthly Income deposit, Time and recurring deposits