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Dec 01, 2022
Operations of subsidiaries and branches of Indian banks and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) in foreign jurisdictions and in International Financial Services Centers (IFSCs) - Compliance with statutory/regulatory norms
RBI/2022-23/145 DOR.MRG.REC.87/00-00-020/2022-23 December 1, 2022 Operations of subsidiaries and branches of Indian banks and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) in foreign jurisdictions and in International Financial Services Centers (IFSCs) - Compliance with statutory/regulatory norms As you are aware, Reserve Bank had vide circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.89/21.04.141/2008-09 dated December 1, 2008 and circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.111/21.04.157/2013-14 dated May 12, 2014 issu
RBI/2022-23/145 DOR.MRG.REC.87/00-00-020/2022-23 December 1, 2022 Operations of subsidiaries and branches of Indian banks and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) in foreign jurisdictions and in International Financial Services Centers (IFSCs) - Compliance with statutory/regulatory norms As you are aware, Reserve Bank had vide circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.89/21.04.141/2008-09 dated December 1, 2008 and circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.111/21.04.157/2013-14 dated May 12, 2014 issu
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Nov 23, 2022
Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards - Standing Deposit Facility
RBI/2022-23/141 DOR.LRG.REC.83/03.10.001/2022-23 November 23, 2022 Madam/Dear Sir, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Standing Deposit Facility Please refer to circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 09, 2014 on ‘Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standards’ and the Press Release 2022-2023/41 dated April 08, 2022 on operationalising of Standing Deposi
RBI/2022-23/141 DOR.LRG.REC.83/03.10.001/2022-23 November 23, 2022 Madam/Dear Sir, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Standing Deposit Facility Please refer to circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 09, 2014 on ‘Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standards’ and the Press Release 2022-2023/41 dated April 08, 2022 on operationalising of Standing Deposi
Nov 01, 2022
Eligibility Criteria for offering Internet Banking Facility by Regional Rural Banks, 2022
RBI/2022-23/135 DoR.AUT.REC.81/24.01.001/2022-23 November 01, 2022 Madam / Sir, Eligibility Criteria for offering Internet Banking Facility by Regional Rural Banks, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by Sections 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India being satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest so to do, hereby, amends the instructions issued vide circular DBR.RRB.BC.No.59/31.01.001/2015-16 dated November
RBI/2022-23/135 DoR.AUT.REC.81/24.01.001/2022-23 November 01, 2022 Madam / Sir, Eligibility Criteria for offering Internet Banking Facility by Regional Rural Banks, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by Sections 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the Reserve Bank of India being satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest so to do, hereby, amends the instructions issued vide circular DBR.RRB.BC.No.59/31.01.001/2015-16 dated November
Oct 27, 2022
Designation of 10 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg.
RBI/2022-23/134 DOR.AML.REC.80/14.06.001/2022-23 October 27, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Designation of 10 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg. In terms of Section 53 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, “The procedure laid down in the UA
RBI/2022-23/134 DOR.AML.REC.80/14.06.001/2022-23 October 27, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Designation of 10 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg. In terms of Section 53 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, “The procedure laid down in the UA
Oct 13, 2022
Claims Received from the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd (NCGTC) - Classification for the Purpose of Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)/Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)
RBI/2022-23/132 DOR.RET.REC.79/12.01.001/2022-23 October 13, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs/CCBs) Madam/Dear Sir, Claims Received from the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd (NCGTC) - Classification for the Purpose of Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)/Statutory Liquidity Ratio
RBI/2022-23/132 DOR.RET.REC.79/12.01.001/2022-23 October 13, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs/CCBs) Madam/Dear Sir, Claims Received from the National Credit Guarantee Trustee Company Ltd (NCGTC) - Classification for the Purpose of Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)/Statutory Liquidity Ratio
Oct 11, 2022
Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Disclosure of Divergence in Asset Classification and Provisioning
RBI/2022-23/130 DOR.ACC.REC.No.74/21.04.018/2022-23 October 11, 2022 Madam / Dear Sir, Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Disclosure of Divergence in Asset Classification and Provisioning In terms of paragraph C.4(e) of Annexure III to the Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements-Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021, commercial banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)) are required to disclos
RBI/2022-23/130 DOR.ACC.REC.No.74/21.04.018/2022-23 October 11, 2022 Madam / Dear Sir, Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Disclosure of Divergence in Asset Classification and Provisioning In terms of paragraph C.4(e) of Annexure III to the Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements-Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021, commercial banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)) are required to disclos
Oct 11, 2022
Reserve Bank of India (Unhedged Foreign Currency Exposure) Directions, 2022
RBI/2022-23/131 DOR.MRG.REC.76/00-00-007/2022-23 October 11, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Reserve Bank of India (Unhedged Foreign Currency Exposure) Directions, 2022 The Reserve Bank of India has, from time to time, issued several guidelines / instructions / directives to the banks on Unhedged Foreign Currency Exposure (UFCE) of the entities which have borrowed from banks. 2. We have received references from banks seeking clarification on various aspects including inter-ali
RBI/2022-23/131 DOR.MRG.REC.76/00-00-007/2022-23 October 11, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Reserve Bank of India (Unhedged Foreign Currency Exposure) Directions, 2022 The Reserve Bank of India has, from time to time, issued several guidelines / instructions / directives to the banks on Unhedged Foreign Currency Exposure (UFCE) of the entities which have borrowed from banks. 2. We have received references from banks seeking clarification on various aspects including inter-ali
Oct 10, 2022
Review of Prudential Norms - Risk Weights for Exposures to Corporates and NBFCs
RBI/2022-23/125 DOR.STR.REC.71/21.06.201/2022-23 October 10, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks) (Excluding Local Area Banks, Regional Rural Banks and Payments Banks) Madam/Dear Sir, Review of Prudential Norms – Risk Weights for Exposures to Corporates and NBFCs Please refer to paragraph 6.8.1 (i) of Master Circular on Basel III capital regulations dated April 1, 2022 in terms of which banks are permitted to derive risk weights for thei
RBI/2022-23/125 DOR.STR.REC.71/21.06.201/2022-23 October 10, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks) (Excluding Local Area Banks, Regional Rural Banks and Payments Banks) Madam/Dear Sir, Review of Prudential Norms – Risk Weights for Exposures to Corporates and NBFCs Please refer to paragraph 6.8.1 (i) of Master Circular on Basel III capital regulations dated April 1, 2022 in terms of which banks are permitted to derive risk weights for thei
Sep 30, 2022
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2022-23/123 DOR.RET.REC.70/12.01.001/2022-23 September 30, 2022 Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.59/12.01.001/2022-23 dated August 05, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated September 30, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 5.65 per cent to 6.15 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, whi
RBI/2022-23/123 DOR.RET.REC.70/12.01.001/2022-23 September 30, 2022 Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.59/12.01.001/2022-23 dated August 05, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated September 30, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 5.65 per cent to 6.15 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, whi
Sep 19, 2022
United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 02 existing entries on its Sanctions List
RBI/2022-2023/119 DOR.AML.REC.69/14.06.001/2022-23 September 19, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 02 existing entries on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Securi
RBI/2022-2023/119 DOR.AML.REC.69/14.06.001/2022-23 September 19, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 02 existing entries on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Securi
Sep 16, 2022
Master Directions on Interest Rate on Deposits
RBI/2022-2023/117 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 68/13.03.00/2022-23 September 16, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Small Finance BanksAll Payment BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Sir / Madam, Master Directions on Interest Rate on Deposits Please refer to the instructions on the Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme contained in Section 19 (h) of the Master Di
RBI/2022-2023/117 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 68/13.03.00/2022-23 September 16, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Small Finance BanksAll Payment BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Sir / Madam, Master Directions on Interest Rate on Deposits Please refer to the instructions on the Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme contained in Section 19 (h) of the Master Di
Sep 07, 2022
Review of Prudential Norms - Risk Weights for Exposures guaranteed by Credit Guarantee Schemes (CGS)
RBI/2022-23/113 DOR.STR.REC.67/21.06.201/2022-23 September 07, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative BanksAll Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies)All All-India Financial Institutions Dear Sir/Madam, Review of Prudential Norms – Risk Weights for Exposures guaranteed by Credit Guarantee Schemes (CGS) Please refer to paragraph 5.2 of the Master Circular on Basel III Capital Re
RBI/2022-23/113 DOR.STR.REC.67/21.06.201/2022-23 September 07, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative BanksAll Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies)All All-India Financial Institutions Dear Sir/Madam, Review of Prudential Norms – Risk Weights for Exposures guaranteed by Credit Guarantee Schemes (CGS) Please refer to paragraph 5.2 of the Master Circular on Basel III Capital Re
Sep 02, 2022
Guidelines on Digital Lending
RBI/2022-23/111 DOR.CRE.REC.66/21.07.001/2022-23 September 02, 2022 All Commercial Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, State Co-operative Banks, District Central Co-operative Banks; and Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/ Sir, Guidelines on Digital Lending A reference is invited to para 7 of the RBI Press Release “Recommendations of the Working Group on Digital Lending – Implementation” dated August 10, 2022. Detailed gu
RBI/2022-23/111 DOR.CRE.REC.66/21.07.001/2022-23 September 02, 2022 All Commercial Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, State Co-operative Banks, District Central Co-operative Banks; and Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/ Sir, Guidelines on Digital Lending A reference is invited to para 7 of the RBI Press Release “Recommendations of the Working Group on Digital Lending – Implementation” dated August 10, 2022. Detailed gu
Aug 22, 2022
Section 23 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Branch Authorisation Policy - Left Wing Extremism affected districts - Revised List
RBI/2022-23/109 DOR.AUT.REC.62/22.01.001/2022-23 August 22, 2022 All Domestic Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks, Payments Banks and Local Area Banks) Madam/Dear Sir, Section 23 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Branch Authorisation Policy – Left Wing Extremism affected districts – Revised List Please refer to our circular on ‘Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy-Revision of Guidelines’ DBR.No.BAPD.BC.69/22.01.001/2016-17 dated Ma
RBI/2022-23/109 DOR.AUT.REC.62/22.01.001/2022-23 August 22, 2022 All Domestic Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks, Payments Banks and Local Area Banks) Madam/Dear Sir, Section 23 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Branch Authorisation Policy – Left Wing Extremism affected districts – Revised List Please refer to our circular on ‘Rationalisation of Branch Authorisation Policy-Revision of Guidelines’ DBR.No.BAPD.BC.69/22.01.001/2016-17 dated Ma
Aug 12, 2022
Outsourcing of Financial Services - Responsibilities of regulated entities employing Recovery Agents
RBI/2022-23/108 DOR.ORG.REC.65/21.04.158/2022-23 August 12, 2022 Madam/ Sir, Outsourcing of Financial Services - Responsibilities of regulated entities employing Recovery Agents The Reserve Bank of India has from time to time advised regulated entities (REs) that the ultimate responsibility for their outsourced activities vests with them and they are, therefore, responsible for the actions of their service providers including Recovery Agents (hereafter referred to as
RBI/2022-23/108 DOR.ORG.REC.65/21.04.158/2022-23 August 12, 2022 Madam/ Sir, Outsourcing of Financial Services - Responsibilities of regulated entities employing Recovery Agents The Reserve Bank of India has from time to time advised regulated entities (REs) that the ultimate responsibility for their outsourced activities vests with them and they are, therefore, responsible for the actions of their service providers including Recovery Agents (hereafter referred to as
Aug 11, 2022
Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines
RBI/2022-23/107 DOR.MRG.REC.64/00-00-005/2022-23 August 11, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines Please refer to the circular DOR.CAP.51/21.06.201/2020-21 dated March 30, 2021 and circular DOR.CAP.REC.No.97/21.06.201/2021-22 dated March 31, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. At present, while computing capital requirements for counterparty credit risk, the following exposures, wherever allowed t
RBI/2022-23/107 DOR.MRG.REC.64/00-00-005/2022-23 August 11, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines Please refer to the circular DOR.CAP.51/21.06.201/2020-21 dated March 30, 2021 and circular DOR.CAP.REC.No.97/21.06.201/2021-22 dated March 31, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. At present, while computing capital requirements for counterparty credit risk, the following exposures, wherever allowed t
Aug 08, 2022
Authorised Dealer Category-I License eligibility for Small Finance Banks
RBI/2022-23/104 DOR.LIC.REC.60/16.13.218/2022-23 August 8, 2022 Managing Director and Chief Executive Officers of Small Finance Banks Madam/ Dear Sir, Authorised Dealer Category-I License eligibility for Small Finance Banks Please refer to the ‘Guidelines for Licensing of Small Finance Banks in Private Sector’ dated November 27, 2014 and the ‘Guidelines for ‘on-tap’ Licensing of Small Finance Banks in Private Sector’ released by Reserve Bank on December 5, 2019. 2. In
RBI/2022-23/104 DOR.LIC.REC.60/16.13.218/2022-23 August 8, 2022 Managing Director and Chief Executive Officers of Small Finance Banks Madam/ Dear Sir, Authorised Dealer Category-I License eligibility for Small Finance Banks Please refer to the ‘Guidelines for Licensing of Small Finance Banks in Private Sector’ dated November 27, 2014 and the ‘Guidelines for ‘on-tap’ Licensing of Small Finance Banks in Private Sector’ released by Reserve Bank on December 5, 2019. 2. In
Aug 05, 2022
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2022-23/103 DOR.RET.REC.59/12.01.001/2022-23 August 05, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.44/12.01.001/2022-23 dated June 08, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated August 05, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 5.15 per cent to 5.65 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, w
RBI/2022-23/103 DOR.RET.REC.59/12.01.001/2022-23 August 05, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.44/12.01.001/2022-23 dated June 08, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated August 05, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 5.15 per cent to 5.65 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, w
Aug 04, 2022
Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015
RBI/2022-23/100 DoR.AUT.REC.58/23.67.001/2022-23 August 04, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22,
RBI/2022-23/100 DoR.AUT.REC.58/23.67.001/2022-23 August 04, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22,
Jul 29, 2022
United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 44 existing entries on its Sanctions List
RBI/2022-2023/96 DOR.AML.REC.57/14.06.001/2022-23 July 29, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 44 existing entries on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Security Cou
RBI/2022-2023/96 DOR.AML.REC.57/14.06.001/2022-23 July 29, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, United Nations Security Council Resolutions (UNSCR) 1718 Sanctions Committee on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) amends 44 existing entries on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Security Cou
Jul 13, 2022
UNSCR 1718 Sanctions Committee on DPRK amends one Entry on its Sanctions List
RBI/2022-2023/91 DOR.AML.REC.55/14.06.001/2022-23 July 13, 2022 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, UNSCR 1718 Sanctions Committee on DPRK amends one Entry on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Security Council Resolution on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Order, 2017’ as amended from time to tim
RBI/2022-2023/91 DOR.AML.REC.55/14.06.001/2022-23 July 13, 2022 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, UNSCR 1718 Sanctions Committee on DPRK amends one Entry on its Sanctions List Please refer to our circular DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 dated April 08, 2021 advising Regulated Entities (REs) to adhere to the ‘Implementation of Security Council Resolution on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea Order, 2017’ as amended from time to tim
Jul 06, 2022
Section 42 of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 and Section 18 and 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - FCNR (B)/NRE Term deposits - Exemption from maintenance of CRR/SLR
RBI/2022-23/83 DOR.RET.REC.54/12.01.001/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs / CCBs) Madam/Dear Sir, Section 42 of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 and Section 18 and 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – FCNR (B)/NRE Term deposits - Exemption from maintenance of CRR/SLR At pr
RBI/2022-23/83 DOR.RET.REC.54/12.01.001/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs / CCBs) Madam/Dear Sir, Section 42 of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 and Section 18 and 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – FCNR (B)/NRE Term deposits - Exemption from maintenance of CRR/SLR At pr
Jul 06, 2022
Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits - Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] and Non-Resident (External) Rupee (NRE) Deposit
RBI/2022-23/82 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 53/13.03.000/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits - Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] and Non-Resident (External) Rupee (NRE) Deposit Please refer to the ins
RBI/2022-23/82 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 53/13.03.000/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits - Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] and Non-Resident (External) Rupee (NRE) Deposit Please refer to the ins
Jul 06, 2022
Inclusion of “Unity Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2022-23/81 DoR.RET.REC.52/12.07.160/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Unity Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 It is advised that “Unity Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.No.S543/16.13.216/2022-23 dated April 28, 2022 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4) dated July 0
RBI/2022-23/81 DoR.RET.REC.52/12.07.160/2022-23 July 06, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Unity Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 It is advised that “Unity Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.No.S543/16.13.216/2022-23 dated April 28, 2022 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4) dated July 0
Jun 28, 2022
Provisioning Requirement for Investment in Security Receipts (SRs)
RBI/2022-23/78DOR.STR.REC.51/21.04.048/2022-23 June 28, 2022 All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies Provisioning Requirement for Investment in Security Receipts (SRs) Please refer to clause 77 of the Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Transfer of Loan Exposures) Directions, 2021 (“MD
RBI/2022-23/78DOR.STR.REC.51/21.04.048/2022-23 June 28, 2022 All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies Provisioning Requirement for Investment in Security Receipts (SRs) Please refer to clause 77 of the Master Direction – Reserve Bank of India (Transfer of Loan Exposures) Directions, 2021 (“MD
Jun 23, 2022
Designation of 7 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg.
RBI/2022-23/75 DOR.AML.REC.50/14.06.001/2022-23 June 23, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Designation of 7 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg. In terms of Section 53 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, “The procedure laid down in the UAPA Or
RBI/2022-23/75 DOR.AML.REC.50/14.06.001/2022-23 June 23, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Designation of 7 individuals as ‘Terrorists’ under Section 35 (1) (a) of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967 and their listing in the Schedule IV of the Act- Reg. In terms of Section 53 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, “The procedure laid down in the UAPA Or
Jun 21, 2022
Extension of timeline for implementation of certain provisions of Master Direction - Credit Card and Debit Card - Issuance and Conduct Directions, 2022
RBI/2022-23/74 DoR.AUT.REC.No.48/24.01.041/2022-23 June 21, 2022 All Scheduled Banks (excluding Payments Banks/State Co-operative Banks and District Central Co-operative Banks) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) Madam/Dear Sir Extension of timeline for implementation of certain provisions of Master Direction – Credit Card and Debit Card – Issuance and Conduct Directions, 2022 Please refer to paragraph 1 (b) of the Master Direction – Credit Card and Debit Card
RBI/2022-23/74 DoR.AUT.REC.No.48/24.01.041/2022-23 June 21, 2022 All Scheduled Banks (excluding Payments Banks/State Co-operative Banks and District Central Co-operative Banks) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) Madam/Dear Sir Extension of timeline for implementation of certain provisions of Master Direction – Credit Card and Debit Card – Issuance and Conduct Directions, 2022 Please refer to paragraph 1 (b) of the Master Direction – Credit Card and Debit Card
Jun 14, 2022
Bank finance to Government owned entities
RBI/2022-23/71 DOR.CRE.REC.No.47/13.03.00/2022-23 June 14, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs) Madam / Dear Sir Bank finance to Government owned entities Please refer to the Master Circulars DBR.No.Dir.BC.10/13.03.00/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on ‘Loans and Advances – Statutory and Other Restrictions’ and DOR.CRE.REC.No.06/08.12.001/2022-23 dated April 1, 2022 on ‘Housing Finance’. 2. We have come across instances where banks have not been strictly co
RBI/2022-23/71 DOR.CRE.REC.No.47/13.03.00/2022-23 June 14, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs) Madam / Dear Sir Bank finance to Government owned entities Please refer to the Master Circulars DBR.No.Dir.BC.10/13.03.00/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on ‘Loans and Advances – Statutory and Other Restrictions’ and DOR.CRE.REC.No.06/08.12.001/2022-23 dated April 1, 2022 on ‘Housing Finance’. 2. We have come across instances where banks have not been strictly co
Jun 08, 2022
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2022-23/65 DOR.RET.REC.44/12.01.001/2022-23 June 08, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2022-23 dated May 04, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated June 08, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 4.65 per cent to 5.15 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, which a
RBI/2022-23/65 DOR.RET.REC.44/12.01.001/2022-23 June 08, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2022-23 dated May 04, 2022 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated June 08, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 50 basis points from 4.65 per cent to 5.15 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, which a
Jun 07, 2022
Branches of Indian Banks operating in GIFT-IFSC - acting as Professional Clearing Member (PCM) of India International Bullion Exchange IFSC Limited (IIBX)
RBI/2022-23/62 DoR.AUT.REC.41/24.01.001/2022-23 June 07, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Dear Sir Branches of Indian Banks operating in GIFT-IFSC – acting as Professional Clearing Member (PCM) of India International Bullion Exchange IFSC Limited (IIBX) On a review, it has been decided to allow the branches of Indian banks operating in GIFT-IFSC to act as PCM of IIBX. 2. Accordingly, in exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Secti
RBI/2022-23/62 DoR.AUT.REC.41/24.01.001/2022-23 June 07, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Dear Sir Branches of Indian Banks operating in GIFT-IFSC – acting as Professional Clearing Member (PCM) of India International Bullion Exchange IFSC Limited (IIBX) On a review, it has been decided to allow the branches of Indian banks operating in GIFT-IFSC to act as PCM of IIBX. 2. Accordingly, in exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Secti
May 31, 2022
Interest Equalization Scheme (IES) on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension
RBI/2022-23/60 DOR.STR.REC.39/04.02.001/2022-23 May 31, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks & State Cooperative Banks (scheduled banks having AD category-I license), andExim Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme (IES) on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to paragraph 2.4 of the circular No. DOR.STR.REC.93/04.02.001/2021-22 dated March 8, 2022, whe
RBI/2022-23/60 DOR.STR.REC.39/04.02.001/2022-23 May 31, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks & State Cooperative Banks (scheduled banks having AD category-I license), andExim Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme (IES) on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to paragraph 2.4 of the circular No. DOR.STR.REC.93/04.02.001/2021-22 dated March 8, 2022, whe
May 30, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in 6 entries (individuals)
RBI/2022-2023/59 DOR.AML.REC.38/14.06.001/2022-23 May 30, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in 6 entries (individuals) Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure th
RBI/2022-2023/59 DOR.AML.REC.38/14.06.001/2022-23 May 30, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in 6 entries (individuals) Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure th
May 19, 2022
Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Reporting of reverse repos with Reserve Bank on the bank’s balance sheet
RBI/2022-23/55DOR.ACC.REC.No.37/21.04.018/2022-23 May 19, 2022 Dear Sir/ Madam, Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Reporting of reverse repos with Reserve Bank on the bank’s balance sheet Please refer to the ‘Notes and Instructions for Compilation’ given in Part A of Annexure II to the Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021, regarding the reporting of reve
RBI/2022-23/55DOR.ACC.REC.No.37/21.04.018/2022-23 May 19, 2022 Dear Sir/ Madam, Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021 - Reporting of reverse repos with Reserve Bank on the bank’s balance sheet Please refer to the ‘Notes and Instructions for Compilation’ given in Part A of Annexure II to the Reserve Bank of India (Financial Statements - Presentation and Disclosures) Directions, 2021, regarding the reporting of reve
May 13, 2022
Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Recommendations for Withdrawal of Circulars
RBI/2022-23/48 DoR.RRA.36/01.01.101/2022-23 May 13, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Payments Banks All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Authorized Dealers All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Recommendations for Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated May 13, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annex
RBI/2022-23/48 DoR.RRA.36/01.01.101/2022-23 May 13, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Payments Banks All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Authorized Dealers All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Recommendations for Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated May 13, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annex
May 04, 2022
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2022-23/45 DOR.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2022-23 May 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.74/12.01.001/2019-20 dated May 22, 2020 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated May 04, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 40 basis points from 4.25 per cent to 4.65 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, which a
RBI/2022-23/45 DOR.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2022-23 May 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.74/12.01.001/2019-20 dated May 22, 2020 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Monetary Policy Statement 2022-23 dated May 04, 2022, the Bank Rate is revised upwards by 40 basis points from 4.25 per cent to 4.65 per cent with immediate effect. 3. All penal interest rates on shortfall in reserve requirements, which a
May 04, 2022
Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)
RBI/2022-23/46 DOR.RET.REC.33/12.01.001/2022-23 May 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.35/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021 and relative notification on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Governor’s Statement dated May 04, 2022, it has been decided to increase the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) of all banks by 50 basis points from 4.00 percent to 4.50 percent of their Net Demand
RBI/2022-23/46 DOR.RET.REC.33/12.01.001/2022-23 May 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir, Maintenance of Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.35/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021 and relative notification on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the Governor’s Statement dated May 04, 2022, it has been decided to increase the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) of all banks by 50 basis points from 4.00 percent to 4.50 percent of their Net Demand
May 04, 2022
ASBA designated branches to remain open for public on May 8, 2022 (Sunday) to facilitate processing of applications for LIC IPO
RBI/2022-23/43 DOR.LEG.REC.No.35/09.07.005/2022-23 May 4, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/ Dear Sir ASBA designated branches to remain open for public on May 8, 2022 (Sunday) to facilitate processing of applications for LIC IPO The Government of India, in order to facilitate bidding for LIC IPO, has requested that all bank branches designated to process ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) applications may be kept open for public on May 8, 2022 (Su
RBI/2022-23/43 DOR.LEG.REC.No.35/09.07.005/2022-23 May 4, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/ Dear Sir ASBA designated branches to remain open for public on May 8, 2022 (Sunday) to facilitate processing of applications for LIC IPO The Government of India, in order to facilitate bidding for LIC IPO, has requested that all bank branches designated to process ASBA (Application Supported by Blocked Amount) applications may be kept open for public on May 8, 2022 (Su
May 02, 2022
Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Interim Recommendations - Withdrawal of Circulars
RBI/2022-23/39 DoR.RRA.31/01.01.101/2022-23 May 2, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Authorized DealersAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated May 2, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexu
RBI/2022-23/39 DoR.RRA.31/01.01.101/2022-23 May 2, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)All Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Authorized DealersAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated May 2, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexu
Apr 21, 2022
Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) for Borrowers
RBI/2022-23/34 DOR.CRE.REC.28/21.04.048/2022-23 April 21, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks), All India Financial Institutions, Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, and Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) for Borrowers Please refer to Para 3 of DBR.No.BP.BC.92/21.04.048/2017-18 dated November 2, 2017, on the captioned
RBI/2022-23/34 DOR.CRE.REC.28/21.04.048/2022-23 April 21, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks), All India Financial Institutions, Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, and Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) for Borrowers Please refer to Para 3 of DBR.No.BP.BC.92/21.04.048/2017-18 dated November 2, 2017, on the captioned
Apr 19, 2022
Consolidated Circular on Opening of Current Accounts and CC/OD Accounts by Banks
RBI/2022-23/27 DOR.CRE.REC.23/21.08.008/2022-23 April 19, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Consolidated Circular on Opening of Current Accounts and CC/OD Accounts by Banks Please refer to circular DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for Discipline and associated circulars thereon1. The Annex consolidates all instructions/ guidelines issued on the subject till date.
RBI/2022-23/27 DOR.CRE.REC.23/21.08.008/2022-23 April 19, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Consolidated Circular on Opening of Current Accounts and CC/OD Accounts by Banks Please refer to circular DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for Discipline and associated circulars thereon1. The Annex consolidates all instructions/ guidelines issued on the subject till date.
Apr 18, 2022
Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards - Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR)
RBI/2022-23/25 DOR.LRG.REC.19/21.04.098/2022-23 April 18, 2022 Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) Please refer to our circular DOR.BP.BC.No.65/21.04.098/2019-20 dated April 17, 2020 on Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR). 2. In terms of the circular ibid, the assets allowed as Level 1 High Quality Liquid Assets (HQLAs) for the purpose of computing the LCR, inter alia, incl
RBI/2022-23/25 DOR.LRG.REC.19/21.04.098/2022-23 April 18, 2022 Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) Please refer to our circular DOR.BP.BC.No.65/21.04.098/2019-20 dated April 17, 2020 on Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR). 2. In terms of the circular ibid, the assets allowed as Level 1 High Quality Liquid Assets (HQLAs) for the purpose of computing the LCR, inter alia, incl
Apr 08, 2022
Section 24 and Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)
RBI/2022-23/23 DOR.RET.REC.15/12.01.001/2022-23 April 08, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments BanksPrimary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs)State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs / CCBs) Madam/Sir, Section 24 and Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) Please refer to circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.10/12.02.001/2018-19 dated December 05,
RBI/2022-23/23 DOR.RET.REC.15/12.01.001/2022-23 April 08, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks)Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks, Payments BanksPrimary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs)State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs / CCBs) Madam/Sir, Section 24 and Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) Please refer to circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.10/12.02.001/2018-19 dated December 05,
Apr 08, 2022
withdrawn
Review of SLR holdings in HTM category
RBI/2022-23/21 DOR.MRG.REC.14/21.04.141/2022-23 April 08, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Review of SLR holdings in HTM category Please refer to paragraph 4 of Statement on Development and Regulatory Policies of the Monetary Policy Statement, 2022-23 dated April 08, 2022 and Section 6(iv)(a) of Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 dated August 25, 2021. 2. At present, banks have been granted a
RBI/2022-23/21 DOR.MRG.REC.14/21.04.141/2022-23 April 08, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Review of SLR holdings in HTM category Please refer to paragraph 4 of Statement on Development and Regulatory Policies of the Monetary Policy Statement, 2022-23 dated April 08, 2022 and Section 6(iv)(a) of Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 dated August 25, 2021. 2. At present, banks have been granted a
Apr 08, 2022
Individual Housing Loans - Rationalisation of Risk Weights
RBI/2022-23/20 DOR.CRE.REC.13/08.12.015/2022-23 April 8, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir, Individual Housing Loans – Rationalisation of Risk Weights Please refer to circular DOR.No.BP.BC.24/08.12.015/2020-21 dated October 16, 2020 on rationalization of risk weights on Individual Housing Loans in terms of which risk weights were rationalised irrespective of the amount, for all new housing loans s
RBI/2022-23/20 DOR.CRE.REC.13/08.12.015/2022-23 April 8, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir, Individual Housing Loans – Rationalisation of Risk Weights Please refer to circular DOR.No.BP.BC.24/08.12.015/2020-21 dated October 16, 2020 on rationalization of risk weights on Individual Housing Loans in terms of which risk weights were rationalised irrespective of the amount, for all new housing loans s
Apr 07, 2022
Establishment of Digital Banking Units (DBUs)
RBI/2022-23/19 DOR.AUT.REC.12/22.01.001/2022-23 April 7, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks, Local Area Banks & Payments Banks) Dear Sir / Madam, Establishment of Digital Banking Units (DBUs) In recent times, digital banking has emerged as the preferred banking service delivery channel in the country along with ‘brick and mortar’ banking outlets. Reserve Bank has been taking progressive measures to improve availability of digital i
RBI/2022-23/19 DOR.AUT.REC.12/22.01.001/2022-23 April 7, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks, Local Area Banks & Payments Banks) Dear Sir / Madam, Establishment of Digital Banking Units (DBUs) In recent times, digital banking has emerged as the preferred banking service delivery channel in the country along with ‘brick and mortar’ banking outlets. Reserve Bank has been taking progressive measures to improve availability of digital i
Apr 04, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in two entries
RBI/2022-23/18 DOR.AML.REC.11/14.06.001/2022-23 April 04, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in two entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
RBI/2022-23/18 DOR.AML.REC.11/14.06.001/2022-23 April 04, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment in two entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
Mar 31, 2022
withdrawn
Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment
RBI/2021-22/191 DOR.MRG.REC.98/21.04.141/2021-22 March 31, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment Please refer to the Master Direction DOR.MRG.42/21.04.141/2021-22 dated August 25, 2021 – ‘Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021’ (hereinafter referred as ‘Master Direction’). 2. In terms of
RBI/2021-22/191 DOR.MRG.REC.98/21.04.141/2021-22 March 31, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment Please refer to the Master Direction DOR.MRG.42/21.04.141/2021-22 dated August 25, 2021 – ‘Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021’ (hereinafter referred as ‘Master Direction’). 2. In terms of
Mar 31, 2022
Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines
RBI/2021-22/189 DOR.CAP.REC.No.97/21.06.201/2021-22 March 31, 2022 Dear Sir/ Madam, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines The Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts Act, 2020 (hereafter referred to as “the Act”), has been notified by the Government of India vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 3463(E) dated October 1, 2020. The Act provides a legal framework for enforceability of bilateral netting of qualifi
RBI/2021-22/189 DOR.CAP.REC.No.97/21.06.201/2021-22 March 31, 2022 Dear Sir/ Madam, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts - Amendments to Prudential Guidelines The Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts Act, 2020 (hereafter referred to as “the Act”), has been notified by the Government of India vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 3463(E) dated October 1, 2020. The Act provides a legal framework for enforceability of bilateral netting of qualifi
Mar 23, 2022
withdrawn
Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment
RBI/2021-22/185 DOR.MRG.REC.96/21.04.141/2021-22 March 23, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment Please refer to the Master Direction DOR.MRG.42/21.04.141/2021-22 dated August 25, 2021 – ‘Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021’ (hereinafter referred as ‘Master Direction’). 2. The Master D
RBI/2021-22/185 DOR.MRG.REC.96/21.04.141/2021-22 March 23, 2022 Dear Sir / Madam, Master Direction - Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021 - Amendment Please refer to the Master Direction DOR.MRG.42/21.04.141/2021-22 dated August 25, 2021 – ‘Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks (Directions), 2021’ (hereinafter referred as ‘Master Direction’). 2. The Master D
Mar 10, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of 1 entry (entity)
RBI/2021-2022/183 DOR.AML.REC.94/14.06.001/2021-22 March 10, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of 1 entry (entity) Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in
RBI/2021-2022/183 DOR.AML.REC.94/14.06.001/2021-22 March 10, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of 1 entry (entity) Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in
Mar 08, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Removal of 2 entries
RBI/2021-22/178 DOR.AML.REC.91/14.06.001/2021-22 March 08, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Removal of 2 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
RBI/2021-22/178 DOR.AML.REC.91/14.06.001/2021-22 March 08, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Removal of 2 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
Mar 08, 2022
Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension
RBI/2021-22/180 DOR.STR.REC.93/04.02.001/2021-22 March 8, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs), Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks (scheduled banks having AD category-I license), and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 dated July 1, 2021. 2. Government of India has
RBI/2021-22/180 DOR.STR.REC.93/04.02.001/2021-22 March 8, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs), Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks (scheduled banks having AD category-I license), and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 dated July 1, 2021. 2. Government of India has
Feb 18, 2022
Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Interim Recommendations - Withdrawal of Circulars
RBI/2021-22/169 DoR.RRA.89/01.01.101/2021-22 February 18, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial BanksAll Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated February 18, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexure are withdrawn with effect from close of business today. Yours faithfully, (Ne
RBI/2021-22/169 DoR.RRA.89/01.01.101/2021-22 February 18, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial BanksAll Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated February 18, 2022 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexure are withdrawn with effect from close of business today. Yours faithfully, (Ne
Feb 18, 2022
Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Interim Recommendations - Discontinuation/Merger/Online Submission of Returns
RBI/2021-22/168 DoR.RRA.88/01.01.101/2021-22 February 18, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial BanksAll Regional Rural BanksAll Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Primary Urban Cooperative BanksAll State Cooperative BanksAll District Central Cooperative Banks[As applicable] Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Discontinuation/Merger/Online Submission of Returns Please refer to the Press Release dated F
RBI/2021-22/168 DoR.RRA.88/01.01.101/2021-22 February 18, 2022 All Scheduled Commercial BanksAll Regional Rural BanksAll Payments BanksAll Small Finance BanksAll Local Area BanksAll Primary Urban Cooperative BanksAll State Cooperative BanksAll District Central Cooperative Banks[As applicable] Madam / Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Discontinuation/Merger/Online Submission of Returns Please refer to the Press Release dated F
Feb 15, 2022
Prudential norms on Income Recognition, Asset Classification and Provisioning pertaining to Advances - Clarifications
RBI/2021-2022/158 DOR.STR.REC.85/21.04.048/2021-22 February 15, 2022 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payments Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Prudential norms on Inco
RBI/2021-2022/158 DOR.STR.REC.85/21.04.048/2021-22 February 15, 2022 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payments Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Prudential norms on Inco
Jan 27, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 1 entry
RBI/2021-22/153 DOR.AML.REC.83/14.06.001/2021-22 January 27, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 1 entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
RBI/2021-22/153 DOR.AML.REC.83/14.06.001/2021-22 January 27, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 1 entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
Jan 20, 2022
Registration of Factors (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION CENTRAL OFFICE MUMBAI 400 001 @@NBSP@@ Notification No. DOR.FIN.080/CGM(JPS) – 2022 January 14, 2022 Registration of Factors (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 read with Section 31A of the Factoring Regulation Act, 2011 (12 of 2012), the Reserve Bank of India, hereby makes the following regulations pertaining to the manner of granting Certificate of Registration to companies
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION CENTRAL OFFICE MUMBAI 400 001 @@NBSP@@ Notification No. DOR.FIN.080/CGM(JPS) – 2022 January 14, 2022 Registration of Factors (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by section 3 read with Section 31A of the Factoring Regulation Act, 2011 (12 of 2012), the Reserve Bank of India, hereby makes the following regulations pertaining to the manner of granting Certificate of Registration to companies
Jan 20, 2022
Registration of Assignment of Receivables (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION CENTRAL OFFICE MUMBAI 400 001 Notification No. DOR.FIN.081/CGM(JPS) – 2022 January 14, 2022 Registration of Assignment of Receivables (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by section 19 (1A) read with Section 31A of the Factoring Regulation Act, 2011 (12 of 2012), the Reserve Bank of India, hereby makes the following regulations pertaining to the manner of filing of particulars of transactio
RESERVE BANK OF INDIA DEPARTMENT OF REGULATION CENTRAL OFFICE MUMBAI 400 001 Notification No. DOR.FIN.081/CGM(JPS) – 2022 January 14, 2022 Registration of Assignment of Receivables (Reserve Bank) Regulations, 2022 In exercise of the powers conferred by section 19 (1A) read with Section 31A of the Factoring Regulation Act, 2011 (12 of 2012), the Reserve Bank of India, hereby makes the following regulations pertaining to the manner of filing of particulars of transactio
Jan 19, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 3 entries
RBI/2021-22/152 DOR.AML.REC.82/14.06.001/2021-22 January 18, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 3 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
RBI/2021-22/152 DOR.AML.REC.82/14.06.001/2021-22 January 18, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of 3 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
Jan 06, 2022
Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards - Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standards and Net Stable Funding ratio - Small Business Customers
RBI/2021-22/151 DOR.No.PRD.LRG.79/21.04.098/2021-22 January 06, 2022 Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standards and Net Stable Funding ratio – Small Business Customers Please refer to the following instructions: Circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 09, 2014 on ‘Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liq
RBI/2021-22/151 DOR.No.PRD.LRG.79/21.04.098/2021-22 January 06, 2022 Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standards and Net Stable Funding ratio – Small Business Customers Please refer to the following instructions: Circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 09, 2014 on ‘Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liq
Jan 06, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of entries
RBI/2021-22/150 DOR.AML.REC.78/14.06.001/2021-22 January 06, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms o
RBI/2021-22/150 DOR.AML.REC.78/14.06.001/2021-22 January 06, 2022 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms o
Jan 04, 2022
Inclusion of “Airtel Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2021-22/148 DOR.RET.REC.76/12.07.160/2021-22 January 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Airtel Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Airtel Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.No.S2659/16.13.215/2021-22 dated December 02, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4) dated January 01
RBI/2021-22/148 DOR.RET.REC.76/12.07.160/2021-22 January 04, 2022 All Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Airtel Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Airtel Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.No.S2659/16.13.215/2021-22 dated December 02, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4) dated January 01
Jan 03, 2022
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of entries
RBI/2021-22/145 DOR.AML.REC.75/14.06.001/2021-22 January 03, 2022 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
RBI/2021-22/145 DOR.AML.REC.75/14.06.001/2021-22 January 03, 2022 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10 , 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of
Dec 30, 2021
Periodic Updation of KYC - Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance
RBI/2021-22/144 DOR.AML.REC.74/14.01.001/2021-22 December 30, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Periodic Updation of KYC – Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance Please refer to our circular DOR.AML.REC 13/14.01.001/2021-22 dated May 5, 2021, on the captioned subject. 2. In view of the prevalent uncertainty due to new variant of Covid-19, the relaxation provided in the aforementioned circular is hereby extended ti
RBI/2021-22/144 DOR.AML.REC.74/14.01.001/2021-22 December 30, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Periodic Updation of KYC – Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance Please refer to our circular DOR.AML.REC 13/14.01.001/2021-22 dated May 5, 2021, on the captioned subject. 2. In view of the prevalent uncertainty due to new variant of Covid-19, the relaxation provided in the aforementioned circular is hereby extended ti
Dec 10, 2021
Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) - Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - return to the normal dispensation
RBI/2021-22/138 DOR.RET.REC.73/12.01.001/2021-22 December 10, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir, Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - return to the normal dispensation Please refer to circular DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 dated August 09, 2021 and paragraph 15(i) of the Master Direction DOR.No.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2021-22 dated July 20, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facil
RBI/2021-22/138 DOR.RET.REC.73/12.01.001/2021-22 December 10, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir, Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - return to the normal dispensation Please refer to circular DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 dated August 09, 2021 and paragraph 15(i) of the Master Direction DOR.No.RET.REC.32/12.01.001/2021-22 dated July 20, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facil
Dec 08, 2021
General permission for infusion of capital in overseas branches and subsidiaries and retention/ repatriation/ transfer of profits in these centres by banks incorporated in India
RBI/2021-22/136 DOR.CAP.REC.No.72/21.06.201/2021-22 December 08, 2021 Dear Sir/ Madam, General permission for infusion of capital in overseas branches and subsidiaries and retention/ repatriation/ transfer of profits in these centres by banks incorporated in India Please refer to para 1 of the ‘Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies’ dated December 8, 2021 on the above subject. 2. As per extant practice, banks incorporated in India seek prior RBI approval
RBI/2021-22/136 DOR.CAP.REC.No.72/21.06.201/2021-22 December 08, 2021 Dear Sir/ Madam, General permission for infusion of capital in overseas branches and subsidiaries and retention/ repatriation/ transfer of profits in these centres by banks incorporated in India Please refer to para 1 of the ‘Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies’ dated December 8, 2021 on the above subject. 2. As per extant practice, banks incorporated in India seek prior RBI approval
Nov 26, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of one entry
RBI/2021-22/134 DOR.AML.REC.71/14.06.001/2021-22 November 26, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
RBI/2021-22/134 DOR.AML.REC.71/14.06.001/2021-22 November 26, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Addition of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
Nov 22, 2021
Inclusion in/exclusion from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 - Regional Rural Banks (RRBs)
RBI/2021-22/133 DOR.Rur.REC.70/31.04.002/2021-22 November 22, 2021 All Regional Rural Banks Madam/Sir, Inclusion in/exclusion from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 - Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) We advise that the name of Baroda UP Bank has been included to and names of three erstwhile Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) have been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, by notification DOR.Rur.S1765/31.04.002/2021-22
RBI/2021-22/133 DOR.Rur.REC.70/31.04.002/2021-22 November 22, 2021 All Regional Rural Banks Madam/Sir, Inclusion in/exclusion from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 - Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) We advise that the name of Baroda UP Bank has been included to and names of three erstwhile Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) have been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, by notification DOR.Rur.S1765/31.04.002/2021-22
Nov 16, 2021
Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) - Interim Recommendations - Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars
RBI/2021-22/132 DoS.CO.PPG./SEC.06/11.01.005/2021-22 November 16, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including all Small Finance Banks & all Payments Banks), Local Area Banks & All Primary Urban Cooperative Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated November 16, 2021 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexure a
RBI/2021-22/132 DoS.CO.PPG./SEC.06/11.01.005/2021-22 November 16, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including all Small Finance Banks & all Payments Banks), Local Area Banks & All Primary Urban Cooperative Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Regulations Review Authority (RRA 2.0) – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated November 16, 2021 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annexure a
Nov 16, 2021
Regulations Review Authority (RRA) 2.0 - Interim Recommendations - Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars
RBI/2021-22/128 DoR.RRA.69/01.01.101/2021-22 November 16, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Dear Sir Regulations Review Authority (RRA) 2.0 – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated November 16, 2021 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annex are withdrawn with effect from close of business today. Yours faithful
RBI/2021-22/128 DoR.RRA.69/01.01.101/2021-22 November 16, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Dear Sir Regulations Review Authority (RRA) 2.0 – Interim Recommendations – Withdrawal of Redundant Circulars Please refer to the Press Release dated November 16, 2021 issued on the captioned subject. 2. The circulars listed in the Annex are withdrawn with effect from close of business today. Yours faithful
Nov 12, 2021
Prudential norms on Income Recognition, Asset Classification and Provisioning pertaining to Advances - Clarifications
RBI/2021-2022/125 DOR.STR.REC.68/21.04.048/2021-22 November 12, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payments Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Prudential norms on Inco
RBI/2021-2022/125 DOR.STR.REC.68/21.04.048/2021-22 November 12, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payments Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Prudential norms on Inco
Nov 11, 2021
Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] - Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits
RBI/2021-2022/123 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 67/13.03.00/2021-22 November 11, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] - Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits Please refer to the instructions on the Foreign Currency (Non-res
RBI/2021-2022/123 DOR.SOG (SPE).REC.No 67/13.03.00/2021-22 November 11, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including Regional Rural Banks) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ DCCBs /State Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Foreign Currency (Non-resident) Accounts (Banks) Scheme [FCNR(B)] - Master Direction on Interest Rate on Deposits Please refer to the instructions on the Foreign Currency (Non-res
Nov 02, 2021
Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks
RBI/2021-22/118 DOS.CO.PPG.SEC.No.4/11.01.005/2021-22 November 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payment Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir, Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks Please refer to the circular No. DBS.CO.PPD.BC.No.8/11.01.005/2016-17 dated April 13, 2017 on the Revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs). 2. The existing PCA Fr
RBI/2021-22/118 DOS.CO.PPG.SEC.No.4/11.01.005/2021-22 November 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payment Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir, Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks Please refer to the circular No. DBS.CO.PPD.BC.No.8/11.01.005/2016-17 dated April 13, 2017 on the Revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs). 2. The existing PCA Fr
Oct 29, 2021
Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for Discipline
RBI/2021-22/116 DOR.CRE.REC.63/21.04.048/2021-22 October 29, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam/Sir, Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for Discipline Please refer to our circular DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020 on the captioned subject and associated circulars thereon1. 2. On a review and taking into account feedback received from Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) and other stakeholders, it has been decided that
RBI/2021-22/116 DOR.CRE.REC.63/21.04.048/2021-22 October 29, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam/Sir, Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for Discipline Please refer to our circular DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020 on the captioned subject and associated circulars thereon1. 2. On a review and taking into account feedback received from Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) and other stakeholders, it has been decided that
Oct 28, 2021
Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015
RBI/2021-22/115 DoR.AUT.REC.62/23.67.001/2021-22 October 28, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22,
RBI/2021-22/115 DoR.AUT.REC.62/23.67.001/2021-22 October 28, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22,
Oct 14, 2021
Data Format for Furnishing of Credit Information to Credit Information Companies
RBI/2021-22/111 DoR.FIN.REC.59/20.16.056/2021-22 October 14, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) All Credit Information Companies Madam/Dear Sir, Data Format for Fu
RBI/2021-22/111 DoR.FIN.REC.59/20.16.056/2021-22 October 14, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) All Credit Information Companies Madam/Dear Sir, Data Format for Fu
Oct 07, 2021
Inclusion of “Paytm Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2021-22/109 DOR.RET.REC.58/12.07.160/2021-22 October 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Paytm Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Paytm Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide notification DoR.LIC.No.S926/16.03.006/2021-22 dated September 06, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section
RBI/2021-22/109 DOR.RET.REC.58/12.07.160/2021-22 October 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Inclusion of “Paytm Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Paytm Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide notification DoR.LIC.No.S926/16.03.006/2021-22 dated September 06, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section
Oct 04, 2021
Basel III Capital Regulations - Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) in Additional Tier 1 Capital - Eligible Limit for Instruments Denominated in Foreign Currency/Rupee Denominated Bonds Overseas
RBI/2021-22/106 DOR.CAP.REC.No.56/21.06.201/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Basel III Capital Regulations - Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) in Additional Tier 1 Capital – Eligible Limit for Instruments Denominated in Foreign Currency/Rupee Denominated Bonds Overseas Please refer to paragraph 1.16 of Annex 4 (Criteria for Inclusion of Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) in Additional Tier 1 Capital) to the Master C
RBI/2021-22/106 DOR.CAP.REC.No.56/21.06.201/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Basel III Capital Regulations - Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) in Additional Tier 1 Capital – Eligible Limit for Instruments Denominated in Foreign Currency/Rupee Denominated Bonds Overseas Please refer to paragraph 1.16 of Annex 4 (Criteria for Inclusion of Perpetual Debt Instruments (PDI) in Additional Tier 1 Capital) to the Master C
Oct 04, 2021
Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability
RBI/2021-22/105 DOR.ACC.REC.57/21.04.018/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Member Banks of the Indian Banks’ Association covered under the 11th Bipartite Settlement and Joint Note dated November 11, 2020 Madam / Sir, Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability The Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) has approached us for the amortisation of the increased expenditure resulting from the revision in family pension for employees of its me
RBI/2021-22/105 DOR.ACC.REC.57/21.04.018/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Member Banks of the Indian Banks’ Association covered under the 11th Bipartite Settlement and Joint Note dated November 11, 2020 Madam / Sir, Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability The Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) has approached us for the amortisation of the increased expenditure resulting from the revision in family pension for employees of its me
Sep 13, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry
RBI/2021-22/99 DOR.AML.REC.49/14.06.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
RBI/2021-22/99 DOR.AML.REC.49/14.06.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
Sep 13, 2021
Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence
RBI/2021-22/98 DOR.AML.REC 48/14.01.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons / CEOs of all Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs), Payment System Providers and Payment System Participants Madam / Dear Sir, Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence In terms of Section 11A of the PML Act, 2002, entities other than banking companies may, by notification of the Central Government, be permitted to carry out authentication of client’s Aadhaar number using e
RBI/2021-22/98 DOR.AML.REC 48/14.01.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons / CEOs of all Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs), Payment System Providers and Payment System Participants Madam / Dear Sir, Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence In terms of Section 11A of the PML Act, 2002, entities other than banking companies may, by notification of the Central Government, be permitted to carry out authentication of client’s Aadhaar number using e
Sep 09, 2021
Large Exposures Framework - Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting - non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office
RBI/2021-22/97 DOR.CRE.REC.47/21.01.003/2021-22 September 09, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting – non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. It is advised that the Indi
RBI/2021-22/97 DOR.CRE.REC.47/21.01.003/2021-22 September 09, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting – non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. It is advised that the Indi
Aug 30, 2021
Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification
RBI/2021-22/95 DOR.GOV.REC.44/29.67.001/2021-22 August 30, 2021 All Private Sector Banks (including Local Area Banks, Small FinanceBanks, Payments Banks) and Foreign Banks operating in India Dear Sir/Madam, Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification Please refer to para 2.1.2 (f) of our circular DOR.Appt.BC.No.23/29.67.001/2019-20 dated November 04, 2019 on the captioned
RBI/2021-22/95 DOR.GOV.REC.44/29.67.001/2021-22 August 30, 2021 All Private Sector Banks (including Local Area Banks, Small FinanceBanks, Payments Banks) and Foreign Banks operating in India Dear Sir/Madam, Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification Please refer to para 2.1.2 (f) of our circular DOR.Appt.BC.No.23/29.67.001/2019-20 dated November 04, 2019 on the captioned
Aug 25, 2021
Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act)
RBI/2021-22/91 DOR.FIN.REC.No.41/03.10.136/2021-22 August 25, 2021 All Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act) Please refer to Para 105 of Master Direction – Non-Banking Financial Company – Housing Finance Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2021 wherein certain criteria have b
RBI/2021-22/91 DOR.FIN.REC.No.41/03.10.136/2021-22 August 25, 2021 All Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act) Please refer to Para 105 of Master Direction – Non-Banking Financial Company – Housing Finance Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2021 wherein certain criteria have b
Aug 18, 2021
Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks - Revised Instructions
RBI/2021-2022/86DOR.LEG.REC/40/09.07.005/2021-22 August 18, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Co-operative Banks All Small Finance Banks All Payments Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Sir, Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks- Revised Instructions Please refer to the extant instructions issued to Regulated Entities (REs) by the Reserve Bank on the above subject. Taking into consideration the various developments
RBI/2021-2022/86DOR.LEG.REC/40/09.07.005/2021-22 August 18, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Co-operative Banks All Small Finance Banks All Payments Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Sir, Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks- Revised Instructions Please refer to the extant instructions issued to Regulated Entities (REs) by the Reserve Bank on the above subject. Taking into consideration the various developments
Aug 09, 2021
Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) - Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation
RBI/2021-22/82 DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 August 09, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation Please refer to circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.36/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facility (MSF), wherein the banks were allowed to avail of funds under the MSF by dipping into the Statutory Liquid
RBI/2021-22/82 DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 August 09, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation Please refer to circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.36/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facility (MSF), wherein the banks were allowed to avail of funds under the MSF by dipping into the Statutory Liquid
Aug 06, 2021
Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks - Restructuring of derivative contracts
RBI/2021-22/81 DOR.MRG.39/21.04.157/2021-22 August 06, 2021 All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks – Restructuring of derivative contracts Please refer to paragraph 2.2 of our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.57/21.04.157/2008-09 dated October 13, 2008, in terms of which any change in any of the parameters of the original derivative contract would be treated as a restructuring. 2. In this context, it is clarified that change in the
RBI/2021-22/81 DOR.MRG.39/21.04.157/2021-22 August 06, 2021 All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks – Restructuring of derivative contracts Please refer to paragraph 2.2 of our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.57/21.04.157/2008-09 dated October 13, 2008, in terms of which any change in any of the parameters of the original derivative contract would be treated as a restructuring. 2. In this context, it is clarified that change in the
Aug 06, 2021
Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress - Financial Parameters - Revised timelines for compliance
RBI/2021-22/80 DOR.STR.REC.38/21.04.048/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress – Financial Parameters – Revised t
RBI/2021-22/80 DOR.STR.REC.38/21.04.048/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress – Financial Parameters – Revised t
Aug 06, 2021
Export Credit in Foreign Currency - Benchmark Rate
RBI/2021-2022/79 DOR.DIR.REC.37/04.02.002/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks1 All Small Finance Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Export Credit in Foreign Currency – Benchmark Rate Please refer to Master Circular DBR.No.DIR.BC.14/04.02.002/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on Rupee / Foreign Currency Export Credit and Customer Service to Exporters. 2. As per the extant guidelines, authorized deal
RBI/2021-2022/79 DOR.DIR.REC.37/04.02.002/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks1 All Small Finance Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Export Credit in Foreign Currency – Benchmark Rate Please refer to Master Circular DBR.No.DIR.BC.14/04.02.002/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on Rupee / Foreign Currency Export Credit and Customer Service to Exporters. 2. As per the extant guidelines, authorized deal
Aug 04, 2021
Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks
RBI/2021-22/77 DOR.CRE.REC.35/21.04.048/2021-22 August 04, 2021 To, All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks Please refer to circulars DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020, DOR.No.BP.BC.27/21.04.048/2020-21 dated November 2, 2020 and DOR.No.BP.BC.30/21.04.048/2020-21 dated December 14, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for
RBI/2021-22/77 DOR.CRE.REC.35/21.04.048/2021-22 August 04, 2021 To, All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks Please refer to circulars DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020, DOR.No.BP.BC.27/21.04.048/2020-21 dated November 2, 2020 and DOR.No.BP.BC.30/21.04.048/2020-21 dated December 14, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for
Jul 23, 2021
Loans and Advances - Regulatory Restrictions
RBI/2021-22/72 DOR.CRE.REC.No.33/13.03.00/2021-22 July 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Loans and Advances – Regulatory Restrictions Please refer to paragraphs 2.2.1.2, 2.2.1.4 and paragraph 2.2.1.5 of Master Circular on Loans and Advances - Statutory and Other Restrictions dated July 01, 2015. 2. On a review, it has been decided that i) For personal loans granted to any director of
RBI/2021-22/72 DOR.CRE.REC.No.33/13.03.00/2021-22 July 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Loans and Advances – Regulatory Restrictions Please refer to paragraphs 2.2.1.2, 2.2.1.4 and paragraph 2.2.1.5 of Master Circular on Loans and Advances - Statutory and Other Restrictions dated July 01, 2015. 2. On a review, it has been decided that i) For personal loans granted to any director of
Jul 09, 2021
Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation
RBI/2021-22/70 DoR.ORG.REC.31/21.06.017/2021-22 July 9, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir, Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation Please refer to our circular DBR.No.BP.BC.88/21.04.048/2014-15 dated April 23, 2015, advising banks to implement a ‘Mandat
RBI/2021-22/70 DoR.ORG.REC.31/21.06.017/2021-22 July 9, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir, Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation Please refer to our circular DBR.No.BP.BC.88/21.04.048/2014-15 dated April 23, 2015, advising banks to implement a ‘Mandat
Jul 08, 2021
Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2021-22/68 DoR.RET.REC.30/12.07.150/2021-22 July 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.(Shivalik SFB).No.S159/16.13.223/2021-22 dated June 15, 2021 and published in the Gazette of
RBI/2021-22/68 DoR.RET.REC.30/12.07.150/2021-22 July 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.(Shivalik SFB).No.S159/16.13.223/2021-22 dated June 15, 2021 and published in the Gazette of
Jul 02, 2021
Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits
RBI/2021-22/66 DoR.SPE.REC.29/13.03.00/2021-2022 July 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks/ State Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits Please refer to Section 9 (b) of Master Direction - Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016 dated March 3
RBI/2021-22/66 DoR.SPE.REC.29/13.03.00/2021-2022 July 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks/ State Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits Please refer to Section 9 (b) of Master Direction - Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016 dated March 3
Jul 01, 2021
Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension
RBI/2021-22/65 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 July 1, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 dated April 12, 2021. 2. Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equalization S
RBI/2021-22/65 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 July 1, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 dated April 12, 2021. 2. Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equalization S
Jun 23, 2021
Gold (Metal) Loans - Repayment
RBI/2021-22/58 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.24/23.67.001/2021-22 June 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Gold (Metal) Loans – Repayment Please refer to instructions issued vide circulars DBOD.No.IBS.1519/23.67.001/98-99 dated December 31, 1998, DBOD.No.IBS.3161/23.67.001/98-99 dated June 25, 1999, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.33/23.67.001/2005-06 dated September 5, 2005, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.71/23.67.001/2006-07 dated April 3, 2007 and DBOD.No.
RBI/2021-22/58 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.24/23.67.001/2021-22 June 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Gold (Metal) Loans – Repayment Please refer to instructions issued vide circulars DBOD.No.IBS.1519/23.67.001/98-99 dated December 31, 1998, DBOD.No.IBS.3161/23.67.001/98-99 dated June 25, 1999, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.33/23.67.001/2005-06 dated September 5, 2005, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.71/23.67.001/2006-07 dated April 3, 2007 and DBOD.No.
Jun 18, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry
RBI/2021-22/57DOR.AML.REC.22/14.06.001/2021-22 June 18, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of S
RBI/2021-22/57DOR.AML.REC.22/14.06.001/2021-22 June 18, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of S
Jun 10, 2021
Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines - Review of Interchange Fee and Customer Charges
RBI/2021-22/52 DPSS.CO.OD.No.S-182/06.07.011/2021-22 June 10, 2021 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer All Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Authorised ATM Network Operators / Card Payment Network Operators / White Label ATM Operators Madam / Dear Sir, Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines – Review of Interchange Fee and
RBI/2021-22/52 DPSS.CO.OD.No.S-182/06.07.011/2021-22 June 10, 2021 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer All Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Authorised ATM Network Operators / Card Payment Network Operators / White Label ATM Operators Madam / Dear Sir, Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines – Review of Interchange Fee and
Jun 08, 2021
Preservation of CCTV recordings
RBI/2021-22/51 DCM(Plg).No. 51961/10.27.00/2021-22 June 8, 2021 The Chairman & Managing Director Chief Executive Officers All Banks Dear Sir, Preservation of CCTV recordings Please refer to our circular DCM (Plg) No. 1712/10.27.00/2016-17 dated December 13, 2016 wherein the banks were advised to preserve the CCTV recordings of operations at bank branches and currency chests for the period from November 08, 2016 to December 30, 2016, until further instructions, to
RBI/2021-22/51 DCM(Plg).No. 51961/10.27.00/2021-22 June 8, 2021 The Chairman & Managing Director Chief Executive Officers All Banks Dear Sir, Preservation of CCTV recordings Please refer to our circular DCM (Plg) No. 1712/10.27.00/2016-17 dated December 13, 2016 wherein the banks were advised to preserve the CCTV recordings of operations at bank branches and currency chests for the period from November 08, 2016 to December 30, 2016, until further instructions, to
Jun 04, 2021
Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) - Revision in the threshold for aggregate exposure
RBI/2021-22/47 DOR.STR.REC.21/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and
RBI/2021-22/47 DOR.STR.REC.21/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and
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