New Delhi :
With a focus on empowering women and ensuring financial security for senior citizens, the government has recently introduced the Mahila Samman Saving Certificate (MSSC) and the Senior Citizen Saving Scheme.
The Mahila Samman Savings Certificate Scheme is designed to offer financial security to women and girls,
while the Senior Citizen Saving Scheme (SCSS) serves as a retirement plan for those looking to invest their savings.
Investing in MSSC and SCSS Accounts
Women and parents of minor girls can invest in the Mahila Samman Saving Certificate, allowing women to open an account until the age of 55.
The good news is that both Mahila Samman Certificate and Senior Citizen Saving Scheme accounts can now be conveniently opened online.
How to do it? See Below
Here’s How to Open MSSS and SCSS Accounts Online:
1) Visit the DOP Internet Banking portal of the Post Office Savings Account. Click on the ‘General Services’ tab found on the homepage. Choose the ‘Service Requests’ option.
2) Click on ‘Service Requests’ and select ‘OK’.
3) Next, select ‘SCSS Accounts – Open an SCSS Account’ or ‘MSSC Accounts – Open an MSSC’.
4) Enter the required amount according to the scheme’s rules and select the debit account or your linked post office savings account.
5) Check the box to agree to all terms and conditions.
6) Click on ‘Submit Online’.
7) Finally, enter your transaction password and click on ‘Submit’.
Upon fulfilling all the necessary conditions, your SCSS or MSSC account will be successfully opened.
This online account opening feature simplifies the process, making it more convenient for individuals interested in these government savings schemes.
