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How to invest in government securities via RBI Direct Retail scheme? We explain 

G-Sec is a security issued by the governing body of India to borrow money from the financial market. 

Retail investors can invest in g-sec through primary dealers, banks, stock exchanges, and mutual funds. 

How can retail investors invest in G-Sec?

RBI Retail Direct is a one-stop solution for retail investors to access the G-Sec market.

G-Sec is low risk and offers regular and assured income. 

Returns offered are lower than corporate bonds and debentures.

Transaction costs and transparency may be lower than other marketable securities. 

Registering on RBI Retail Direct involves filling up a registration form, verifying email and mobile number, login using user ID and password and completing e-KYC verification.

Investment in G-Sec uses net banking or UPI to make payments. 

How to make payments in G-Sec investments?

G-Sec is a safe and stable investment option but investors should aware of the associated risks and rewards.

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How to invest in government securities via RBI Direct Retail scheme? We explain

RBI Retail Direct allows retail investors to directly buy and sell G-Secs online, with competitive pricing, transparent market information, no fees or commissions and direct interest and maturity proceeds through a GSA.

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