Rules, Rights & Rites -136
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Salary Account Package launched for Central Government employees:
• The Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched the Salary Account Package on January 14, 2026, to provide enhanced financial security and better banking convenience for all Central Government employees.
• The package was developed by all 12 Public Sector Banks (PSBs).
• Employees can select any one of the 12 PSBs for their salary account based on personal preference.
• Banks have been advised to organize on-site facilitation camps at Ministry/Department premises for account opening and assistance.
• Offers a zero-balance salary account with enhanced facilities. Includes free remittances (RTGS, NEFT, UPI, IMPS) and free cheque book facilities.
• Provides concessional interest rates and 100% processing fee waivers for housing, vehicle, education, and personal loans.
• Includes waivers on locker rentals and concessions on Demat AMC (Annual Maintenance Charges) depending on the bank.
• Enhanced benefits on Debit and Credit cards, including airport lounge access and various reward programs.
• Death cover ranging up to 1.50 crore. Some banks specifically include additional coverage for a girl child's education or marriage (e.g., up to 10 lakh).
• Insurance coverage for air accident up to 2.00 crore.
• Permanent Total and Partial Disability cover up to 1.50 crore.
• Benefits up to 20 lakh, with an option for additional top-up facilities in term life insurance.
• Comprehensive cover for the employee and family, including a base plan for medical insurance and top-up options.
• Many banks offer annual health check-ups and wellness programs as part of the package.
Which one is better for you?
• Bank of India (BOI) stands out with a higher Personal Accident cover (₹2 Cr) and specific benefits for a girl child's marriage and education.
• State Bank of India (SBI) is excellent due to its "Rishtey" accounts which extend zero-balance and insurance benefits to family members, plus premium credit card tiers (Elite/Aurum) with high lounge access.
• Punjab & Sind Bank is unique in offering dedicated coverage for anti-terrorist or Naxal operations, which may be relevant for employees in specific regions.
• While the Banking benefits (zero balance, free RTGS/NEFT) are nearly identical across all 12 banks, Bank of India currently offers the highest listed insurance figures (₹2 Cr) and the most generous locker waiver (100%).
(MOF DFS D.O.No. 9/9/10/2025-IR dated 16.1.2026)
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