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IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account

“Funds sitting idle in the bank account, to meet liquidity needs” – sounds familiar? We are here to change that for corporate enterprises. As a significant corporate entity, we know you work hard to make every rupee count. We have put together a Current Account offering for you where you earn more on your money without sacrificing on liquidity! Introducing IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account – where you can sweep-out surplus balances into FDs and sweep back the balances based on your transaction needs. All this with a one time instruction to the bank – the automated sweep does all the work for you.Read More

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What comes with your ‘Rocket’ Current Account

Zero balance account:

Zero balance account: No minimum balance required to be maintained in ‘Rocket’ Current Account.

Zero charges:

Zero charges: ZERO Charges on 25 commonly used Banking services on Current Account. View all Services

Suite of solutions for your ecosystem:

Suite of solutions for your ecosystem: Full range of products and services for your suppliers, vendors, dealers, employees. Know more.

Advanced Cash Management and transaction banking services:

Advanced Cash Management and transaction banking services : Efficient management of your payable and receivable Know more

Banking at your fingertips:

Banking at your fingertips: WhatsApp and Mobile Banking for your ease and convenience

ELIGIBILITY

Who can apply?

  • Corporate entities with an annual turnover of ₹250 Crores and above can benefit from this product.

Documentation

  • Account Opening Documents (depending upon entity constitution) in line with KYC and related documents as updated by the Bank from time to time.
  • Click here to view the Facility on-boarding document alongwith Schedule of Benefits.

Freedom current account eligibility

Frequently Asked Questions

How does a FD get created with IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account?

As and when the balance in the Current Account is beyond the threshold Balance* (in % terms) as mentioned in Facility Form, funds will automatically get transferred into a Fixed Deposit, earning you interest income on idle funds.

*The threshold balance would be a percentage of previous month monthly average balance in Current Account.

How frequently can I change the threshold percentage in Rocket Current Account?

The intimation to the Bank on change of threshold percentage can be provided any time during the month, however the effective date of the same will be from beginning of next month onwards. 

What if you need funds back in your Current Account for business transactions?

When funds required for business transactions are more than the existing balance in your Current Account, the FD will break only for required amount in multiples of ₹ 1 on LIFO (Last In First Out) basis.

Who can apply for IDFC FIRST Bank ’Rocket’ Current Account?

Rocket Current Account is specifically created for corporate entities to ensure the best possible use of funds and earn interest on idle funds transferred to a Fixed Deposit.

What are the features of IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account?

1. All balances above stated threshold (as selected by customer) convert to 370 Days Fixed Deposit (FD) so you can earn an interest of 7.25% p.a. on idle balances transferred to a FD.

2. You can withdraw any amount from your Current Account till the balance is ZERO, No minimum balance required to be maintained in the Current Account.

3. In case of breakage of your FD, you are not charged any penalty on withdrawal of funds from the FD.

4. FD breaks in units of ₹ 1 so you can get the maximum benefit.

In case of breakage (partial or pre-mature) of FD, how is interest calculated and credited into account?

In case of partial liquidation of FD, applicable interest for the revised tenure and amount (to the tune of FD breakage) is calculated and credited into the current account for the said partial amount and tenure respectively. Balance FD amount continues with rest of the tenure. 

When will the Fixed Deposit be created?

FD will be created next day in multiples of ₹1000. Single FD will be created at beginning of day (BOD) of maximum amount of less than ₹25 Crores. In case FD requirement is more than ₹25 Crores please connect with our Relationship Manager for more details.

When will the Fixed Deposit break?

FD will not break as long as there is any balance in the Current Account. This will ensure you get maximum possible returns

What is the interest rate applicable on Fixed Deposit?

Auto-transferred balances to a Fixed Deposit will be booked for 370 days at the prevailing rate of interest, as on date of booking of the FD.

What is the tenure for which the FD will be booked?

FD will be booked for a tenure of 370 days. Post maturity, FD will be auto renewed for the same tenure. 

Would you earn interest in case of pre-mature withdrawal of FD?

In case of pre-mature withdrawal of FD, applicable bucket rate as per tenure and as on date of FD booking will apply. No penalty on pre-mature withdrawals will be charged.

What is the minimum monthly account balance required to be maintained in the IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Account?

There is no minimum balance requirement for IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account. 

Is Overdraft facility available on IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account?

Overdraft facility is not available on IDFC FIRST Bank ‘Rocket’ Current Account. However, if required, a separate OD account can be opened.

What are Cash Management Services offered by the bank ?

To create more value for our corporate customers we have curated specially designed products to suite your Banking and Beyond Banking needs, Please click here for more details. 

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Disclaimer

The applicable Fixed Deposit (FD) rates are notified on the Bank's official website and are subject to change from time to time. The interest rate mentioned herein is applicable as on date for the deposits having 370 days tenure. The depositors shall ascertain the FD rates on the value date of FD. In case of pre-closure of FD, applicable bucket rate as per tenure will apply. The services are being offered free in good faith. In case of abuse of services, the Bank reserve all the rights to charge fees, as applicable. T&C’s apply. All rights reserved.

Choose threshold as a percentage (%) of your previous month's daily average balance of Rocket Current Account and FD balance.   

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