Minimum and Maximum Investment Limits for Bonds on FYERS | Trading Balance Rules

What is the minimum and maximum amount I can invest in Bonds via FYERS, and can I use my trading account balance?

The minimum and maximum investment amount varies depending on the type of bond and the terms of the individual issue. For primary market bond applications, the applicable payment method also depends on the bond category.

Corporate Bonds

  • Minimum investment: The minimum investment varies by bond issue. You can check the applicable Minimum Investment for an available bond under Bonds → Corp Bonds on FYERS Web.
  • Maximum investment: There is no fixed upper limit. However, certain NCDs may specify investment limits in their prospectus.
  • Payment mode: Only via UPI for primary market applications (Debt IPOs). Your FYERS trading account balance cannot be used.

G-Secs, T-Bills, and SDLs

  • Minimum investment: ₹10,000
  • Multiples: Investments must be in multiples of ₹10,000.
  • Maximum investment: There is no fixed limit; it depends on the auction and allotment.
  • Settlement: Primary market allotments usually reflect in the Demat account on T+2 or T+3 days after the RBI auction.

Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs)

  • Minimum investment: 1 gram of gold
  • Maximum investment:
    • Individuals and HUFs: 4 kg per financial year
    • Trusts and eligible entities: 20 kg per financial year
  • PAN-wise limit: The applicable investment limit is calculated PAN-wise across eligible subscriptions.

What if...

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You want to check the minimum investment for a Corporate BondGo to Bonds → Corp Bonds on FYERS Web and check the Minimum Investment displayed for the respective bond.
You try to use your FYERS trading account balance for a Debt IPOThis is not permitted. Payment for primary Corporate Bond applications must be made through UPI linked to your bank account.
You’re unsure about charges and timingsRefer to this article for applicable charges and cut-off timings.
Your secondary market bond order is not executingExecution depends on the availability of buyers and sellers at your specified price.

Last updated: 24 Sep 2026