SGB premature redemption calendar for October 2026-March 2027 released: Check all exit dates

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB) premature redemption calendar for October 2026 to March 2027. Investors who want to exit their SGB holdings before the final maturity date can submit their redemption requests during the window specified for their respective tranche.

A total of 32 SGB tranches issued between 2019 and 2022 will become eligible for premature redemption during these six months.

SGB premature redemption: Check the schedule

When can SGB investors redeem their bonds?

The RBI allows premature redemption of SGBs once five years have passed from the date of issue.

For example, investors holding 2019-20 Series V, which was issued on October 15, 2019, can redeem the bonds on October 15, 2026. However, the request has to be submitted between September 14 and October 5, 2026.

Similarly, holders of 2021-22 Series X, issued on March 8, 2022, can redeem their bonds on March 8, 2027. The request window for this tranche is February 5 to February 26, 2027.

Where can investors submit the redemption request?

Investors can submit their premature redemption requests through the relevant Receiving Offices, NSDL, CDSL or RBI Retail Direct, depending on where their SGB holdings are maintained.

The RBI has also pointed out that the dates in the calendar may change in case of an unscheduled holiday.

The central bank has advised investors to keep track of the applicable redemption window if they plan to exit their SGB holdings before maturity.

What should SGB investors do now?

If you hold an SGB from any of the 32 tranches listed above, check your issue date and tranche number first. You can then match it with the premature redemption date and request window in the RBI calendar.

Investors planning to redeem should avoid waiting until the last day and should check with their bank, broker, depository or RBI Retail Direct account for the applicable process.