Is there a minimum and maximum limit for investing in SGBs?


SGBs are issued in denominations of 1 gram of gold and multiples thereof.


Investor TypeMinimum InvestmentMaximum Investment
Individuals & HUFs
1 gram
4 Kgs per year
Trusts and similar entities (as notified by the Government from time to time during the financial year)
1 gram
20 Kgs per year


  • In the case of joint holding, the limit applies to the first applicant. 
  • The annual ceiling includes bonds subscribed under different tranches during the initial issuance by the Government and those purchased from the secondary market.
  • The ceiling on investments will not include holdings given as collateral to banks or other financial institutions.

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