India Interest Rate
5.3%▲ +0 pt
Jun 2026 · Monthly
India's policy benchmark interest rate was 5.25% in June 2026, unchanged from the previous month. The rate is below its all-time high of 12% recorded in March 1997 and above its all-time low of 3% recorded in October 1951. The monthly series starts in January 1946.
| Actual | Previous | Highest | Lowest | Dates | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.3% | 5.3% | 12.0%Mar 1997 | 3.0%Oct 1951 | 1946 – 2026 | Monthly |
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About this series
Interest Rate in India averaged 7.8% from 1946 until 2026, reaching an all-time high of 12.0% in Mar 1997 and a record low of 3.0% in Oct 1951. The series is reported monthly with history from 1946.
The policy benchmark interest rate measures the official benchmark rate for India. The indicator is expressed as a percentage and is available on a monthly frequency. The series begins in January 1946, and provides observations through the latest reported period. The long-run record captures both historical low and high levels.
Source & methodology
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