Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account

Key Benefits

Know More About Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account

Fees and Charges

  • Minimum Average Balance: Zero 

  • Non-maintenance Charges: Zero

  • Passbook issuance fee: Zero

  • Duplicate passbook issuance fee: ₹100 

    For consolidated Savings Account Fees & Charges Click here

Special Benefits and Features

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  • Our wide network of branches and ATMs ensure all your banking needs are met, no matter where you are

  • Our NetBanking, PhoneBanking and MobileBanking facilities allow you to check your account balance, pay utility bills, stop cheque payments and more from wherever you are

  • BillPay allows you to pay your utility bills with ease. You can set instructions for payments over the phone or online

  • Make use of our free passbook and email statement facilities Enjoy Special Discounts & Offers

  • Take advantage of exclusive discounts and offers through our online shopping portal offers.smartybuy.hdfcbank.com. 

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Debit Card Benefits

  • Never overspend - Get RuPay Premium Debit Card with your Savings Account
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  • 24/7 Concierge Service
  • Zero Liability Insurance cover up to ₹4 lakh
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Customised Banking

  • Get personalised cheques with your name printed on each cheque leaf for enhanced security
  • Dedicated Relationship program manager under respective programs

  • Get Safe Deposit Lockers

  • Save more with Super Saver Facilities on your Bank Account
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Deals & Offers

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  • CashBack and discounts with Debit Card: 5% CashBack on shopping via PayZapp and SmartBuy.
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Most Important Terms and Conditions

  • *The Most Important Terms and Conditions for each of our banking offerings features all the specific terms and conditions that govern their use. You must go through it thoroughly to fully understand the terms and conditions applicable to any banking product you choose.
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Wondering If You Are Eligible?

The following are the eligibility criteria to open a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account:

  • Any Resident Individuals (sole or joint account) who would be receiving grants/funds/compensation as DBT from state/central government under various schemes/projects of the government are eligible to open a Savings Beneficiary Account.
  • Minors above the age of 10 years are eligible to open a self-operated minor account and an ATM/Debit card can be issued to the Minor.
  • Minimum Balance Requirements - Nil balance account with zero IP.
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Documents required to get you started

Officially Valid Documents (OVDs) for establishing Proof of Identity And Mailing Address

OVD (any 1)

  • Passport  
  • Aadhaar Card**
  • Voter ID  
  • Driving Licence   
  • Job Card
  • Letter issued by the National Population Register

**Proof of possession of Aadhaar (any 1):

  • Aadhaar letter issued by UIDAI
  • E-Aadhaar only downloaded from UIDAI website
  • Aadhaar Secure QR Code
  • Aadhaar Paperless Offline e-KYC
  • Click here to know complete documentation details

Ways to open a Bank Account

Frequently Asked Questions

The Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account offers several key benefits. It features a zero-balance account with higher cash transaction limits of up to ₹10 Lakh per month. You can also enjoy exclusive rewards, such as cashback on utility payments, complimentary domestic and international lounge access, and special discounts through partner platforms.

To open a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account, you will need to submit the following documents:

  • Valid photo ID proof (Aadhaar Card, Passport, Voter ID, etc.)

  • Address proof (Utility Bill, Aadhaar, Passport, etc.)

  • Recent passport-sized photographs

  • Additional documents as per the specific government scheme requirements.

Refer to the "Documents to get you started" section above for more details.

Resident individuals, either as sole or joint account holders, are eligible to open a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account. Additionally, minors above the age of 10 years can open a self-operated minor account, and an ATM/Debit Card can be issued to them.

The eligibility for opening a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account includes resident individuals (either as sole or Joint Account holders) and minors above the age of 10 years. A minor can open a self-operated account and will be eligible for an ATM/Debit card.

The minimum age requirement to open a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account is 10 years for a self-operated minor account. Minors can also be issued an ATM/Debit Card once the account is opened.

There are no charges for a Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account. The account has zero-balance requirements. For more information, click here.

The tax status of the Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account will depend on the specific government scheme associated with it. 

The Government Scheme Beneficiary Savings Account does not have any monthly fees. It is a zero-balance account with no maintenance charges. For more information on fees and charges, click here

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