| Issuer | India  |
|---|---|
| Period | Republic (1950-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation coins |
| Years | 1957-1963 |
| Value | 5 Paise (0.05 INR) |
| Currency | Rupee (decimalized, 1957-date) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 4.05 g |
| Size | 22 mm |
| Thickness | 1.67 mm |
| Shape | Square with rounded corners |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |