The Bangladeshi 10-taka note (৳10) is a denomination of the Bangladeshi currency, first introduced in 1972. It is issued by the Bangladesh Bank and has undergone several design and security feature enhancements over the years.
History.
The initial 10-taka note was introduced on 2 June 1972, featuring a portrait of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman on the obverse. Over time, the design has evolved to incorporate various national symbols and advanced security features to prevent counterfeiting. Notably, a polymer version of the 10-taka note was issued in 2000 as an experiment but was later withdrawn due to public preference for paper notes.
Design and Security Features.
The current 10-taka note, issued on 7 March 2012, includes the following features:
Obverse:
Reverse:
Security Features:
Dimensions.
The note measures 123 mm in width and 60 mm in height.
Current Status.
As of 2025, the 10-taka note remains in active circulation and is widely used in daily transactions across Bangladesh. The Bangladesh Bank continues to update the design and security features to stay ahead of counterfeiting threats.