Kotak Mahindra Bank Savings Account

Kotak Mahindra Bank gives you lots of options for savings accounts that fit your needs. Whether you want something premium, basic, online, or offline, they have you covered. They even have special accounts for kids and seniors, so you can choose what works best for you.

Additionally, the interest rates on Kotak Mahindra Bank savings accounts are quite competitive, currently reaching up to 3.50%. This rate is higher compared to what many other banks offer. Now, let's explore the different types of Kotak Savings Accounts available and what they guarantee. The eligibility criteria for most Kotak Mahindra Bank savings accounts are generally the same, as outlined in the account details below.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Savings Account Balance Rate of Interest*
Balance up to Rs. 50 lakh 3.50% p.a.
Balance above Rs. 50 lakh and up to Rs. 100 crore 4.00% p.a.

Kotak Mahindra Bank Savings account interest rates are subject to renewal on the basis of the bank’s policy.

Kotak Mahindra Bank lets you open a savings account in two easy ways – online and offline. We've sorted the savings accounts they offer into these two categories for simplicity.

Types of Kotak Mahindra Bank Savings Account Primary Features
Online Savings Account
Kotak 811 Digital Bank Account
  • Zero Balance Savings Account
  • Virtual Debit Card
Kotak 811 Edge Digital Bank Account
  • Average Monthly Balance – Rs. 10,000
  • Platinum Chip Debit Card
Offline Savings Account
Edge Savings Account
  • ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 50,000 / Daily Purchase Limit Rs.1.5 lakh
  • Auto Sweep Facility
Junior – The Savings Account for Kids
  • Zero Balance Savings Account (NMC Waiver)
  • Personalized Junior Debit Card
Pro Savings Account
  • Average Monthly Balance (AMB) – Rs.20,000
  • Free cash withdrawals from any Kotak Branch across India
My Family Savings Account
  • Classic or Platinum Debit Card
  • Auto Sweep Facility Available
Classic Savings Account
  • Average Monthly Balance (AMB) – Rs.10,000
  • Free cash withdrawals at other domestic ATMs
Sanman Savings Account
  • Average Quarterly Balance (AQB) – Rs. 2,000
  • Free cash withdrawals at Kotak Bank ATMs
Ace Savings Account
  • Free Platinum International Chip Debit Card
  • Daily purchase limit – Rs. 2 Lakh/Daily ATM cash withdrawal limit – Rs. 2 Lakh (Extended Withdrawal Limit – Rs. 2 lakh per day)
Grand – Savings Account
  • Auto Sweep & Overdraft Facility Available
  • Priority Service & First Aid Card to get first preference at Kotak Mahindra Bank branches
  • Doorstep banking services like cash pick-up and delivery, draft/cheque delivery, etc.
Alpha – The Savings & Investment Programme
  • Non-maintenance charges waived
  • Annual maintenance charges waived
Nova Savings Account
  • Daily Purchase Limit – Rs.1.5 lakh; Daily Withdrawal Limit – Rs. 50,000
  • Average Monthly Balance (AMB) – Rs. 5,000
Silk Women’s Savings Account
  • Kotak Silk Debit Card
  • 35% Discount on locker rentals for first year
  • ATM Withdrawal Limit – Rs. 40,000 (Domestic), Rs.50,000 (International); POS Limit – Rs.2 lakh
BSBDA/Small Accounts
  • Zero Balance Savings Account
  • Classic Debit Card

Kotak Mahindra Bank Online Savings Account

1. Kotak 811 Digital Bank Account

Kotak 811 Savings Account Features
Minimum Balance Requirement Zero Balance Savings Account
Debit Card Virtual Debit Card
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Auto Sweep Facility Yes
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indian above 18 years of age

Kotak 811 is a savings account that doesn't require any minimum balance. It's designed for easy and convenient digital banking on your mobile. You can open this account in less than 5 minutes, right from your home or office. The goal of introducing Kotak 811 is to provide you with all the banking features, making shopping, traveling, and entertainment seamless, all from your mobile, and without needing to maintain a minimum balance.

Features & Benefits of Kotak 811 Savings Account

Here are some features and benefits of Kotak 811 Savings Account:

Open a savings account quickly with Kotak 811. Just fill in your details and enjoy easy mobile banking. Benefits:

  • No need for a minimum balance
  • Earn up to 3.50% p.a. interest on your balance
  • Complete your KYC with a home visit for in-person verification using the Kotak mobile banking app
  • Cash deposit and withdrawal facility at the branch for Kotak 811 users (Cheque book available on demand)
  • Transfer funds easily via IMPS/NEFT/RTGS
  • Get a free Virtual Debit Card
  • Convenient payments for shopping, cabs, groceries, home delivery, and more using Kotak 811
  • Book train tickets hassle-free with IRCTC on your Kotak 811 App.

Kotak Mahindra Bank provides different versions of the 811 account, including the 811 Edge Savings Account, to meet various customer needs. Even if you don't have a PAN or Aadhaar number, you can still apply for the Kotak 811 Edge account.

2. Kotak 811 Edge Digital Bank Account

Kotak 811 Edge is a savings account that combines the features of both Kotak 811 and Kotak's regular savings accounts. To maintain this account, a minimum balance of Rs. 10,000 is required.

Kotak 811 Edge Digital Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs.10000
Debit Card Platinum Chip Debit Card
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Net Banking & Mobile Banking Free
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indian above 18 years of age

Kotak introduces a fully digital banking experience with the 811 Edge Savings Account. This savings account from Kotak allows paperless account opening, and the minimum balance requirement for the account is Rs. 10,000.

Features & Benefits of Kotak 811 Edge Digital Account

Here are some features and benefits of Kotak 811 Edge Savings Account:

  • Instant Account Opening: Open an 811 Edge Account instantly using your Aadhaar details.
  • Minimum Balance Requirement: Maintain an Average Monthly Balance (AMB) of Rs. 10,000 with the 811 Edge Account.
  • Interest Earnings: Earn up to 3.50% interest per annum on the balance maintained in your savings account.
  • Free Net Banking: Enjoy free net banking facilities, including IMPS, NEFT, and RTGS, promoting digital and cashless transactions.
  • Platinum Chip Debit Card: Avail a Platinum Chip Debit Card for an annual fee of Rs. 199, offering enhanced features and security.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Resident Indians
  • Individuals of age 18 years and above

Documents Required

To open a Kotak 811 or 811 Edge savings account, you need:

  • PAN card
  • Aadhaar card

Fees & Charges

Review the fees and charges associated with The Kotak 811 Savings Account.

Particulars Kotak 811 Limited KYC Kotak 811 Lite Kotak 811 Full KYC Account Kotak 811 Edge
Average Monthly Balance Nil Nil Nil Rs. 10,000
Funds Transfer (NEFT/RTGS/IMPS)

NEFT / IMPS: Nil

(RTGS: Not available)

Outward fund transfer is not available Nil Charges Nil Charges
Debit Card / ATM Charges (Virtual Debit Card) (Issuance / Annual Fee / Replacement) Nil Virtual Prepaid Card with Nil Charges Nil Not Available
Debit Card / ATM Charges (with Physical Debit Card) Rs 199 p.a. Not available Rs 199 p.a. Rs. 150 p.a.
Cash Transactions (Deposit or Withdrawal)

Nil charges for 1 Deposit/month up to Rs. 10,000 (whichever is earlier).

Thereafter, charged at Rs. 4.5 / 1000 with minimum Rs. 50.

(Cash Withdrawal: Not available)

Nil charges for 1 Deposit/month up to Rs. 10,000 (whichever is earlier).

Thereafter, charged at Rs. 4.5 / 1000 with minimum Rs. 50.

(Cash Withdrawal: Not available)

Nil charges for 1 Transaction (Deposit/withdrawal) / month up to Rs. 10,000 (whichever is earlier). Thereafter, charged at Rs. 4.5 / 1000 with minimum Rs. 50. Free up to Rs. 2 lakh or 4 transactions a month. Thereafter, charged at Rs. 4.5/1000 (min. Rs. 150)

Kotak Mahindra Bank Offline Savings Account

1. Edge Savings Account

Kotak Edge Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs.10000
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indians, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India
Withdrawal Limit / Purchase Limit ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 50,000 / Daily Purchase Limit Rs.1.5 lakh
Debit Card Classic Debit Card

2. Junior Account

The Kotak Mahindra Junior savings account is made just for kids, It comes with the following features and benefits:

Kotak Junior Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Zero Balance Savings Account
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Eligibility Criteria Children below 18 years of age
ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 5,000
Debit Card Personalized Junior Debit Card

*Debit Cards will be issued to children above the age of 10 years.

3. Pro Savings Account

Kotak Pro Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs. 20,000
Withdrawal Limit / Purchase Limit ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 50,000 / Daily Purchase Limit Rs. 2 lakh
Debit Card Platinum International Chip Card
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indians, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India

4. My Family Savings Account

Kotak My Family Savings Account takes care of all your family's banking needs, offering the following features and advantages:

Kotak My Family Savings Account Features
Net Banking & Mobile Banking Available
ATM Transaction Charges Free ATM usage for Pro and Ace savings account holders
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indians, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India
Debit Card Classic or Platinum Debit Card
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%

5. Classic Savings Account

Kotak Classic Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs. 10,000
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indians, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India
Debit Card Free Classic Debit Card
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Withdrawal Limit / Purchase Limit ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 50,000 / Daily Purchase Limit Rs.1.5 lakh

6. Sanman Savings Account

The Sanman Savings Account from Kotak Mahindra Bank provides secure access to all your banking needs with low maintenance fees. Here are the features and benefits of the Sanman Account:

Kotak Sanman Savings Account Features
Average Quarterly Balance (AQB) Rs. 2,000
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indians, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs)
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
ATM Cash Withdrawal Charges Free (at Kotak Bank ATMs)
Withdrawal Limit / Purchase Limit ATM Withdrawal Limit Rs. 50,000 / Daily Purchase Limit Rs.1.5 lakh

7. Ace Savings Account

Kotak Ace Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs. 50,000
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indian, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Auto Sweep Facility Available
Debit Card Free Platinum International Debit Card

8. Grand Savings Account

The Grand Savings Programme by Kotak Mahindra Bank is designed for individuals aged 55 years or more, offering privilege banking benefits. Here are the features and benefits:

Kotak Grand Savings Programme Features
Overdraft Facility Available
Eligibility Criteria Benefits available to Indian residents aged 55 years or above
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Auto Sweep Facility Available
Credit Card Kotak Aqua Credit Card

9. Alpha – The Savings & Investment Programme

Alpha – The Savings & Investment Programme Features
Non-maintenance charges No Charges (waived)
Debit Card Available
Locker rentals 15% discount with Ace
Annual Charges of Investment Account No Annual Chargs (Waived)

*As of now, the Kotak Mahindra Bank savings account provides an annual interest rate of 3.50% on balances up to and exceeding Rs. 1 lakh.

10. Nova Savings Account

Kotak Nova Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Rs. 5,000
Auto Sweep Facility Available
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indian, Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs), Foreign Nationals Residing in India
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Debit Card Classic Debit Card

11. Silk Women’s Savings Account

Kotak Silk Women’s Savings Account Features
Silk ATM Withdrawal limit
  • Rs. 40,000 Domestic
  • Rs. 50,000 International
Silk POS Limit Rs.2 lakh
Eligibility Criteria Resident Indian Women en above 18 years of age (Sole or Joint Account)
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Debit Card Kotak Silk Debit Card

12. BSBDA/Small Account

Kotak BSBDA/Small Savings Account Features
Average Monthly Balance (AMB) Zero Balance Savings Account
Interest Rate Up to 3.50%
Debit Card Classic Debit Card
Fund Transfer Up to 4 withdrawals in a month – Free

To open a Kotak Mahindra Bank savings account, you'll need the following documents. Remember to bring the latest passport-size photographs, photocopies of the documents (along with the originals) when submitting the account opening form.

Proof of Identity (Any one or two):

  • Aadhaar card
  • PAN card
  • Voter’s identity card
  • Passport
  • Driving license
  • Job card issued by NREGA duly signed by authorized officer of the state government
  • Letter from a recognized public servant or public authority verifying the identity and residence of the customer

Proof of Address (Any one or two):

  • Electricity bill / telephone bill
  • Bank account statement
  • Letter from any recognized public authority
  • Rent agreement indicating the customer's address registered with the state government or similar registration authority
  • Ration card
  • Letter issued from the employer (satisfaction of the bank)

Documents required for account of minor

If the guardian of the minor is appointed by the court, you will need the court order for the same. If the guardian is illiterate, a birth date certificate of the minor from a competent authority is required.

Foundations and trusts

For Foundations and Trusts, the required documentation includes:

  • Power of attorney granted to transact business on behalf of the foundation or trust.
  • Any officially valid documents to identify the trustees, beneficiaries, settlers, and those holding power of attorney, founders, managers, directors, and their addresses.
  • Telephone bill.
  • Resolution of the managing body of the association or foundation.