The SBI Motor Accident Claims Annuity (Term) Deposit Account (MACAD) is a specialized savings account designed to hold and manage compensation amounts awarded to victims of motor accidents. The account provides for a systematic repayment of the principal amount and interest in monthly annuity installments.

Guaranteed Plan
(By Insurance companies)Fixed Deposit
(Offered by Banks)Savings Account
(Post Office)| Tenure | Genera Citizens | Senior Citizens |
| 7 days to 45 days | 3.05 | 3.55 |
| 46 days to 179 days | 4.90 | 5.40 |
| 180 days to 210 days | 5.65 | 6.15 |
| 211 days to less than 1 year | 5.90 | 6.40 |
| 1 Year to less than 2 years | 6.25 | 6.75 |
| 2 years to less than 3 years | 6.40 | 6.90 |
| 3 years to less than 5 years | 6.30 | 6.80 |
*SBI FD Rates w.e.f 15 December 2026
Below are the features of SBI Motor Accident Claims Annuity (Term) Deposit Account (MACAD):
Purpose: To deposit and manage compensation amounts awarded by tribunals or courts to motor accident victims.
Deposit Amount: There is no maximum limit for the deposit amount. The minimum deposit amount is determined based on a minimum monthly annuity payment of Rs. 1,000.
Tenure: The tenure of the account ranges from 36 to 216 months, as directed by the tribunal or court. For periods shorter than 36 months, a normal Term Deposit account will be opened.
Interest Rate: The interest rate is determined based on the tenure of the deposit. Deposits with a maturity period exceeding 120 months may be subject to a higher FD interest rate.
Receipts and Passbook: No receipts will be issued for MACAD deposits. A passbook will be issued for the account. For normal Term Deposits (less than 36 months), a Term Deposit advice will be issued.
Loans and Advances: Loans or advances against the annuity deposit are not allowed.
Nomination: Nomination facility is available for the account.
Payment: The annuity payments will start on the anniversary date of the month following the month of deposit. If that date is non-existent, the payment will be made on the 1st day of the next month.
Payment Methods: Annuity payments, premature closure payments, or part lump sum payments can only be made through a linked MACT claims SB account.
Account Transfer: Account transfers are not allowed without the permission of the tribunal or court.
Mode of Holding: The account can only be held by a single individual.
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insurance plan. Standard T&C Apply
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applicable tax slabs post 31st march 2023
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