Cut-off Timings for G-Secs, T-Bills, and SDL Investments

What are the cut-off timings for investing in G-Secs, T-Bills and SDLs?

Investing in Government Securities (G-Secs), Treasury Bills (T-Bills), and State Development Loans (SDLs) is subject to specific bidding schedules and maturity periods. It's essential to be aware of the cut-off timings to ensure your investment transactions are processed within the stipulated window for each instrument. Below are the general cut-off timings:

Particulars
Start Date
End Date
Auction Date
Settlement Date
G-Sec
Tuesday (10 AM)
Thursday (4 PM)
Friday
Monday
T-Bill
Monday (10 AM)
Tuesday (4 PM)
Wednesday
Thursday
SDL
Monday (10 AM)
Monday (4 PM)
Tuesday
Wednesday

Note: The cut-off timings can vary based on the type of instrument and the specific auction schedule set by SEBI or exchanges.