SGB 2021-22 Series V Premature Redemption: RBI Fixes 17 August Exit Price
The reported 17 August premature-redemption price is relevant to eligible holders of SGB 2021-22 Series V and should be read together with RBI’s premature-redemption rules and the investor’s holding route.
What changed
RBI announced the premature-redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2021-22 Series V for the 17 August 2026 redemption date; ET reports the price at ₹15,295 per unit.
Why it matters
The original issue price was ₹4,790 per gram for offline applicants and ₹4,740 for eligible online/digital subscriptions, so the capital appreciation is substantial. Readers should distinguish capital appreciation from the 2.5% annual coupon and from any tax treatment applicable to their specific route of exit.
Who is affected
SGB 2021-22 Series V holders and gold investors.
Action required
Only investors who met the premature-redemption process/timing conditions should assume they will receive the RBI redemption amount. Verify the RBI notice/receiving office and bank details.
What happened
RBI announced the premature-redemption price for Sovereign Gold Bond 2021-22 Series V for the 17 August 2026 redemption date; ET reports the price at ₹15,295 per unit.
The original issue price was ₹4,790 per gram for offline applicants and ₹4,740 for eligible online/digital subscriptions, so the capital appreciation is substantial. Readers should distinguish capital appreciation from the 2.5% annual coupon and from any tax treatment applicable to their specific route of exit.
What readers should watch
Only investors who met the premature-redemption process/timing conditions should assume they will receive the RBI redemption amount. Verify the RBI notice/receiving office and bank details.
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