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Compare FD rates across Sri Lankan banks and calculate your maturity amount with interest.

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Compare FD rates across Sri Lankan banks and calculate your maturity amount with interest.

Bank Rate Comparison (1 Year)

BankRateAERNet Interest (after tax)Maturity Amount
Pan Asia BankBest Rate+Rs. 9,900Rs. 109,900
Cargills Bank+Rs. 9,000Rs. 109,000
Commercial Bank+Rs. 9,000Rs. 109,000
Nations Trust Bank+Rs. 9,000Rs. 109,000
NDB Bank+Rs. 8,595Rs. 108,595
Union Bank+Rs. 8,100Rs. 108,100
Bank of Ceylon+Rs. 6,525Rs. 106,525
National Savings Bank+Rs. 6,525Rs. 106,525
Seylan Bank+Rs. 5,400Rs. 105,400
People's Bank+Rs. 4,410Rs. 104,410

* Rates shown are indicative. AER (Annual Equivalent Rate) reflects the effective annual rate if periodic interest were reinvested. Verify with respective banks for current rates, minimum deposits, and payout options.

Example: Rs. 500,000 for 12 months at 11%

Sample Inputs

PrincipalLKR 500,000
Tenure12 months
Interest Rate11% p.a.
CompoundingSimple
Gross Interest500,000 × 11%LKR 55,000
WHT (10%)55,000 × 10%-LKR 5,500
Net Interest55,000 - 5,500LKR 49,500
Maturity AmountLKR 549,500

Best Fixed Deposit Rates in Sri Lanka 2026

Compare the highest 12-month FD rates offered by major Sri Lankan banks. Rates shown are for regular depositors; senior citizens may receive a higher rate where the bank offers one.

Bank12 MonthsSenior 12 MonthsVerifiedSource
Pan Asia BankBest rate11.00%—pabcbank.com
Cargills Bank10.00%—cargillsbank.com
Commercial Bank10.00%—combank.lk
Nations Trust Bank10.00%—nationstrust.com
NDB Bank9.55%—ndbbank.com
Union Bank9.00%1.00%unionb.com
Bank of Ceylon7.25%7.75%boc.lk
National Savings Bank7.25%—nsb.lk
Seylan Bank6.00%—seylan.lk
People's Bank4.90%—peoplesbank.lk

Rates shown are nominal annual rates (not AER / EAR), as of FD data last scraped 10/10/2026. Verify current rates and minimum deposits with each bank before depositing. WHT of 10% applies to interest income (IRD Circular SEC/2025/E/02, effective 1 April 2025). Senior-citizen rates usually require the depositor to be 60+ with proof of age. Deposits at licensed banks are covered by SLDILSS up to Rs. 1,100,000 per depositor per bank. All listed institutions are licensed commercial banks; verify licence status via CBSL if in doubt.

Fixed Deposit Rates by Bank

Latest published nominal annual FD rates per bank in our dataset (last scraped 10/10/2026). Rates are indicative — verify with the bank before depositing.

Amana Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 3 Months7.52%
  • 6 Months9.02%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Bank of Ceylon fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month6.75% (senior 7.75%)
  • 3 Months7.90%
  • 6 Months8.10%
  • 1 Year7.25% (senior 7.75%)
  • 2 Years7.50% (senior 7.75%)
  • 3 Years7.75%
  • 5 Years8.25%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Cargills Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.50%
  • 3 Months11.25%
  • 6 Months9.75%
  • 1 Year10.00%
  • 2 Years11.00%
  • 3 Years11.60%
  • 5 Years15.00%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Commercial Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.00%
  • 3 Months9.00%
  • 6 Months9.75%
  • 1 Year10.00%
  • 2 Years11.00%
  • 3 Years11.50%
  • 5 Years12.50%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

DFCC Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 100 Days10.00%
  • 200 Days10.00%
  • 300 Days10.50%
  • 400 Days10.50%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

National Savings Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month6.25%
  • 3 Months6.75%
  • 4 Months6.85%
  • 6 Months7.00%
  • 7 Months7.10%
  • 1 Year7.25%
  • 2 Years7.25%
  • 3 Years7.75%
  • 4 Years8.00%
  • 5 Years8.25%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Nations Trust Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.00%
  • 3 Months9.00%
  • 6 Months9.75%
  • 1 Year10.00%
  • 2 Years11.00%
  • 3 Years11.00%
  • 4 Years11.00%
  • 5 Years11.25%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

NDB Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.00%
  • 3 Months9.20%
  • 6 Months9.40%
  • 1 Year9.55%
  • 2 Years10.00%
  • 3 Years9.90%
  • 5 Years10.05%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Pan Asia Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.00%
  • 3 Months9.00%
  • 4 Months10.00%
  • 5 Months9.75%
  • 6 Months9.32%
  • 7 Months9.50%
  • 10 Months11.00%
  • 12 Months11.00%
  • 13 Months11.00%
  • 24 Months9.98%
  • 30 Months10.19%
  • 36 Months10.45%
  • 48 Months9.15%
  • 60 Months9.33%
  • 10 Years9.54%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

People's Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month6.75%
  • 3 Months7.25%
  • 6 Months7.50%
  • 1 Year4.90%
  • 2 Years10.00%
  • 3 Years10.50%
  • 5 Years11.50%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Seylan Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Year6.00%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Union Bank fixed deposit rates

  • 1 Month8.00%
  • 3 Months9.00%
  • 6 Months9.50%
  • 1 Year9.00% (senior 1.00%)
  • 2 Years11.50%
  • 3 Years11.75%
  • 4 Years12.00%
  • 5 Years13.50%

Official rates · effective 2026-10-10

Fixed Deposit vs Unit Trust: Which Is Better?

Both FDs and unit trusts are popular investment options in Sri Lanka. The right choice depends on your risk tolerance, investment horizon, and return expectations.

FeatureFixed DepositUnit Trust
Return RateUp to ~10% p.a. on 1-year tenures (capital guaranteed)Variable, 8-15% historical
Risk LevelVery low (capital guaranteed)Low-moderate (market risk)
Tax10% WHT on interest (final for most)Withholding may apply on distributions
LiquidityLocked until maturity (penalty for early exit)Redeemable any business day
Minimum InvestmentRs. 5,000-25,000Rs. 1,000-10,000
Deposit InsuranceUp to Rs. 1.1M (SLDILSS)Not insured (but regulated by SEC)
Best ForCapital preservation, predictable incomeGrowth, diversification, inflation hedge
Inflation ProtectionPoor (fixed rate may lag inflation)Better (can invest in equities, gold)

Recommendation

For short-term goals (under 2 years), fixed deposits are safer. For long-term wealth building (5+ years), a mix of FDs and unit trusts provides better risk-adjusted returns. Use our Unit Trust Comparison tool to explore fund options.

What This Calculator Does

This calculator computes your fixed deposit maturity amount and compares rates across major Sri Lankan banks. It accounts for withholding tax, senior citizen bonuses, and different compounding options to help you maximize your FD returns.

  • Compares FD rates across 10+ major Sri Lankan banks
  • Calculates maturity amount with 10% WHTWithholding Tax — tax deducted at source before the money reaches you deducted
  • Supports simple and compound interest calculations
  • Applies senior citizen bonus rates where available
  • Shows visual comparison chart for easy decision-making

Inputs and Assumptions

Principal AmountThe amount you want to deposit (e.g., LKR 500,000)
TenureDeposit period in months (e.g., 12 months)
Interest RateAnnual interest rate (or use bank rates) (e.g., 11%)
Senior CitizenWhether you qualify for senior rates (60+) (e.g., No)
CompoundingSimple or compound interest (e.g., Simple)

Assumptions

  • - 10% Withholding Tax is deducted from interest (IRDInland Revenue Department — Sri Lanka's tax authority Circular SEC/2025/E/02, effective 1 April 2025)
  • - Rates are indicative and may change
  • - No early withdrawal penalties considered
  • - Interest paid at maturity for simple interest

Frequently Asked Questions

Related Resources

Last updated: September 2026

Sampath Bank Fixed Deposit Calculator

To estimate a Sampath Bank fixed deposit, enter Sampath's quoted annual rate for your chosen tenure — including the 3-month tenure — in the custom rate field above, along with your deposit amount. The calculator applies the same withholding-tax and compounding rules to any bank's quoted rate.

Sampath Bank's own rate card is not currently part of our validated daily rate dataset, so we do not display a pre-filled Sampath rate. Check Sampath Bank's official fixed deposit rates for the latest published rates, then enter the annual rate that matches your tenure.

Disclaimer: The rates and calculations shown are indicative and for informational purposes only. They do not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to invest. Actual rates may vary and are subject to change without notice.

Please verify current rates with the respective financial institution before making any financial decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Last Updated: October 10, 2026 at 05:38 AM

Data Sources: Amana Bank, Bank of Ceylon, Cargills Bank, Commercial Bank, DFCC Bank and 7 more

Sources & methodology

Part of the Savings & Retirement collection

Methodology verified September 2026 against CBSL rates & indicators · Attribution: CalcLK

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