Bonds are fixed-income instruments where investors lend money to governments or companies in exchange for regular interest payments and repayment of the principal at maturity.
India’s bond universe is broad, from Treasury Bills and Government Securities to SDLs and Corporate Bonds, with tenures stretching from 91 days to 40 years.
India's bond market has expanded significantly, reaching approximately INR 255 lakh crore as of December 2025, driven by growth in G-Secs, SDLs, and Corporate Bonds.
Unlike equities, bonds prioritise capital preservation with lower default risk on high-rated issuances, backed by collateral or sovereign guarantee.
Listed bonds can also be traded before maturity in the secondary market, adding flexibility alongside periodic income for investors managing yields, prices and holding periods.
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For the first time since February 2025, two Tata Group companies are returning to India’s corporate bond market. While Tata Steel plans to raise INR 30 billion through five-year bonds, Tata Projects aims to raise up to INR 10 billion via a mix of three-year and five-year bonds. Tata Steel had previously raised INR 30 billion through five-year bonds at a 7.65% coupon, while Tata Projects had raised INR 5 billion through six-year bonds at an 8.60% coupon. Tata Group, looking to raise funds through bonds, highlights the strengthening bond market in India. The participation of retail investors in bonds investment in India is increasing, which is a reason that helps companies like the Tata Group raise funds from bonds.
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