How to interpret SDL, T-bill, and G-secs names or symbols?

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How to interpret SDL, T-bill, and G-secs names or symbols?

The SDL, T-bill, and G-secs names or symbols are a unique combination of numbers and alphabets that provide information about them.

Example scenario

SDL - 709UP30-SG

709: 7.09% annualised interest
UP: Uttar Pradesh
30: 2030 (Year of maturity)
SG: State government
T-bill - 364D221222-TB

364D: Tenure, 364 days
221222: 22nd December 2022 (Maturity date)
TB: Treasury bill
G-sec - 522GS2025-GS

522: 5.22% annualised interest
GS: Government security
2025: Year of maturity
GS: Government security

To read more about G-secs visit zerodha.com/varsity/chapter/government-securities/

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