You can invest as little as Rs.1000 in this scheme. In case of separate account you can invest up to Rs.4.5 lakhs maximum. If it is a joint account then you can invest up to Rs.9 lakh maximum. Any Indian citizen above 18 years of age can invest in this scheme.
Invest for at least 5 years. Withdrawal facility can be availed only after one year of investment. If you do, you will have to pay a small fine. Currently 6.6 percent interest rate is applicable in this scheme.
If you invest Rs 50,000 in this scheme you will get Rs 275 every month. That is Rs.3,300 per annum. In five years you will have a total of Rs 16,500 in your hand.