New Delhi, July 3 -- Investors holding eligible Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) issued between 2019 and 2021 can opt for premature redemption in July 2026 after completing the mandatory five-year holding period.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has notified the redemption schedule for eligible SGB tranches, allowing investors to exit before the bonds complete their full eight-year tenure. However, early redemption is permitted only on specified interest payment dates, and investors must submit their requests within the prescribed application window.

The July schedule covers eight eligible SGB series, making it one of the busiest redemption months this year.

The following eight SGB series are eligible for premature redemption in July:

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