Recently, India introduced new banknotes in denomination of fifty (50). However, the old banknote of fifty rupees still a legal tender. So, you have two types of the banknotes with the same denomination. Let’s have a look at the both and learn about the respective security features:
| Features | Old 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2015 | New 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2017 |
| Size-Width | 147 mm | 135 mm |
| Size-Height | 73 mm | 66 mm |
| Base Color | Multi-colored: Blue, Violet, and Yellow | Fluorescent Blue |
| Series | Mahatma Gandhi Series | Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series |
| See Through Register with Denominational Numeral 50 | Yes
Floral designs On both sides of the banknote |
Yes
On both sides of the banknote |
Obverse / Front Side of the Banknote
Obverse of Old 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2015
Obverse of New 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2017
| Features | Old 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2015 | New 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2017 |
| Denominational Numeral ५० in Devanagari | Yes
Before the Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi The numeral is preceded with the currency symbol. |
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| Denominational Numeral 50 in English (i.e. Latin/Roman Script) | Yes
On top left On right In these two places, the numeral is preceded by the currency symbol. In center, only numeral |
Yes
Before the Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi. Near his ear. In right section The numeral is preceded by the currency symbol. |
| Denominational Numeral 50 in Devanagari in words (Pachaas Rupiye) | In the center | Top center |
| Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi | Yes
In right section |
Yes
Almost in center |
| Micro Letters
(You need a magnifying glass to view these.) |
Yes
Between Mahatma Gandhi Portrait and the vertical band on the right ‘RBI’ and ‘50’ |
Yes
‘RBI,’ ‘भारत,’ ‘INDIA,’ and ‘50’ |
| Windowed Demetalised Security Thread with Inscriptions ‘भारत’ and RBI | Yes
Looks like a continuous line when viewed against the light. |
Yes
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| Guarantee Clause in English and Hindi | Yes | Yes |
| Governor’s Signature with Promise Clause in English and Hindi | Yes | Yes |
| RBI Emblem | On extreme bottom right side | On right side of Mahatma Gandhi portrait and the security thread |
| Ashoka Pillar Emblem | On extreme left side | On extreme right side |
| Watermarks
(Hold the banknote against the light to view the marks.) |
Yes
Hidden portrait of Mahatma Gandhi Multidimensional Lines Electrotype (50) mark |
Yes
Mahatma Gandhi Portrait and Electrotype (50) Watermarks |
| Number Panel with Numerals | On top right
On bottom left Size of the numerals grow from small to big. |
On top left side
On bottom right side Size of the numerals grow from small to big. |
| Intaglio (raised ink) Printing i.e. the features can be felt by touch | Yes
Portrait of Mahatma Gandhi The Reserve Bank Seal The numeral Pachaas Rupiye. |
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| Latent Image of the Numeral 50 | Yes
On the extreme right |
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| Identification Mark for Visually Impaired Users | A square with intaglio printing
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Reverse / Back Side of the Banknote
Reverse of Old 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2015
Reverse of New 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2017
| Features | Old 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2015 | New 50 Rupee Banknote Printed in 2017 |
| Year of Printing of the Banknote | On bottom center | On left |
| Swachh Bharat Logo with Slogan | No | Yes
Before language panel |
| Language Panel with 15 Languages | Yes
On extreme left |
Yes
Before the cultural motif |
| Cultural Heritage Motif | Indian Parliament House with National Flag on Top
A panoramic view of the building Filigree work is done on the sides of the building, whereas floral patterns are above it. |
Hampi with Chariot |
| Denominational Numeral ५० in Devnagari | On top right
The numeral is preceded by the currency symbol. |
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| Denominational Numeral 50 in Devnagari in words (Pachaas Rupiye) | At bottom left in horizontal orientation | On left side in vertical orientation |
| Denominational Numeral 50 in English (i.e. Latin/Roman Script) | On top left side
On top right side In these 2 places, the numerals are preceded by the currency symbol. On bottom left side
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On top left side
On right center side On bottom right side These numerals are preceded by the currency symbol. |
| Denominational Numeral 50 in English (i.e. Latin/Roman Script) in Words (Fifty Rupees) | At bottom right | On top |
| Pattern | At the bottom
Dancers, musicians, horses, and a peacock |
