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What Is a Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB)? Complete Investment Guide

Discover how the Reserve Bank of India's SGB scheme gives you physical gold market returns + an extra 2.5% annual interest + 100% tax-free capital gains on 8-year maturity.

Annual Interest

2.5% p.a.

Credited semi-annually to bank account

Tax Exemption

100% Tax-Free

Zero capital gains tax at 8-year maturity

Online Discount

₹50 / gram

Discount when applying digitally

Maturity Tenure

8 Years

Early exit option with RBI after 5 years

Market Intelligence Hub 9 Minutes Guide

What Is a Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB)? RBI Investment Guide

Discover how the RBI Sovereign Gold Bond scheme works: 2.5% annual interest, 100% tax-free capital gains on 8-year maturity.

Essential Market Insights

1SGBs are issued directly by the Reserve Bank of India, offering sovereign safety.

2Earn 2.5% annual interest credited semi-annually + 100% tax-free capital gains at maturity.

Pricing & Formula Calculation Rule

Total SGB Return = Initial Gold Investment + (2.5% p.a. Interest × 8 Yrs) + Tax-Free Appreciation

Frequently Asked Questions

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Yes, it holds a sovereign guarantee from the Government of India.

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