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Basic account cash withdrawals beyond four will attract a charge of ₹15 plus GST per transaction, says SBI
BusinessLine 43 min ago·20 Aug 2026, 10:21 am
State Bank of India (SBI) has announced a new fee structure for basic savings bank deposit (BSBD) accounts. Starting April 1, customers making more than four cash withdrawals in a month will be charged ₹15 plus GST per transaction. This change affects millions of account holders who have opted for the basic account tier.
This move is significant because the basic account is designed for small savings and offers zero balance maintenance. The fee will impact those who frequently withdraw cash, potentially increasing their banking costs. It signals a shift in how banks manage low-balance accounts and could influence how retail investors view the cost of holding cash in traditional banking.
Investors should watch how other major banks respond to this policy. If competitors follow suit, it could lead to a broader increase in transaction charges. Additionally, monitor the volume of transactions in basic accounts, as a drop in usage might prompt banks to reconsider the fee structure or introduce alternative digital services to retain customers.
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