Press Releases - Payment and Settlement Systems - ଆରବିଆଇ - Reserve Bank of India
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ଜାନୁଆରୀ 16, 2013
RBI Report on Uniform Routing Code and Account Number Structure
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released on its website the “Report of Technical Committee constituted to examine uniform routing code and account number structure” in banks in the country. The Committee was formed to look into the feasibility of: (a) doing away with branch identifier in Indian Financial System Code (IFSC); (b) desirability of implementing International Bank Account Number (IBAN) replacing multiple identifiers for all financial transactions; (c) har
The Reserve Bank of India, today, released on its website the “Report of Technical Committee constituted to examine uniform routing code and account number structure” in banks in the country. The Committee was formed to look into the feasibility of: (a) doing away with branch identifier in Indian Financial System Code (IFSC); (b) desirability of implementing International Bank Account Number (IBAN) replacing multiple identifiers for all financial transactions; (c) har
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ଡିସେମ୍ବର 31, 2012
RBI extends Time for Submitting Applications for White Label ATMs
The Reserve Bank of India has extended the date for submission of application for deployment of White Label ATMs up to January 15, 2013. The timeline, however, has been extended only for those entities that satisfy all the other criteria stipulated in the Reserve Bank guidelines dated June 20, 2012, but are waiting for capital infusion from their overseas principals and FIPB permission. The Reserve Bank communicated this in a circular placed on its website today. The
The Reserve Bank of India has extended the date for submission of application for deployment of White Label ATMs up to January 15, 2013. The timeline, however, has been extended only for those entities that satisfy all the other criteria stipulated in the Reserve Bank guidelines dated June 20, 2012, but are waiting for capital infusion from their overseas principals and FIPB permission. The Reserve Bank communicated this in a circular placed on its website today. The
ଡିସେମ୍ବର 28, 2012
ISO 20022 Standard Message Formats for Next Generation RTG System
The Reserve Bank of India has placed on its website (www.rbi.org.in) today, ISO 20022 standard message formats for Next Generation Real Time Gross Settlement System (NG-RTGS) for wider dissemination. It was announced in the Monetary Policy Statement for 2011-2012 that the Reserve Bank would implement the Next Generation Real Time Gross Settlement (NG-RTGS) System having several advanced features, such as, liquidity management facility, extensible markup language (XML)
The Reserve Bank of India has placed on its website (www.rbi.org.in) today, ISO 20022 standard message formats for Next Generation Real Time Gross Settlement System (NG-RTGS) for wider dissemination. It was announced in the Monetary Policy Statement for 2011-2012 that the Reserve Bank would implement the Next Generation Real Time Gross Settlement (NG-RTGS) System having several advanced features, such as, liquidity management facility, extensible markup language (XML)
ଜୁନ 29, 2012
RBI implements Web-based Online Trading Module in G-Secs by Gilt Account Holders
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced web-based NDS-OM module for online trading in secondary market of Government securities (G-Secs) by gilt account holders (GAHs). The module, which will facilitate buying and selling of G-secs, is operational from June 29, 2012. The module permits internet-based direct participation of gilt account holders in secondary market for G-secs. As the web-based NDS-OM module is an additional facility to the existing system for trading
The Reserve Bank of India has introduced web-based NDS-OM module for online trading in secondary market of Government securities (G-Secs) by gilt account holders (GAHs). The module, which will facilitate buying and selling of G-secs, is operational from June 29, 2012. The module permits internet-based direct participation of gilt account holders in secondary market for G-secs. As the web-based NDS-OM module is an additional facility to the existing system for trading
ଜୁନ 08, 2012
Disruption in NEFT Operations on June 5 - 6, 2012: RBI
There was a delay in the processing of transactions in the Reserve Bank of India’s National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) system on June 5, 2012. Due to some technical glitches transactions were relayed to the destination banks with some delay. By late evening of June 6, 2012, these issues were addressed to a large extent. The Reserve Bank, however, continues to monitor and address some residual issues. Meanwhile, to ensure that customers were not unduly inconvenie
There was a delay in the processing of transactions in the Reserve Bank of India’s National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) system on June 5, 2012. Due to some technical glitches transactions were relayed to the destination banks with some delay. By late evening of June 6, 2012, these issues were addressed to a large extent. The Reserve Bank, however, continues to monitor and address some residual issues. Meanwhile, to ensure that customers were not unduly inconvenie
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 11, 2012
RBI implements Web-based On-line Bidding for Primary Auctions of G-Secs
The Reserve Bank of India has, since February 2012, introduced an additional facility of web-based NDS auction module to facilitate online bidding by Constituents Subsidiary General Ledger clients (CSGL clients)/Gilt account holders (GAHs) in primary auctions of Government Securities (G-Secs). Explaining the module, the Reserve Bank stated that the module permits internet-based direct participation of GAHs in primary auctions of G-Secs. However, the access is subject
The Reserve Bank of India has, since February 2012, introduced an additional facility of web-based NDS auction module to facilitate online bidding by Constituents Subsidiary General Ledger clients (CSGL clients)/Gilt account holders (GAHs) in primary auctions of Government Securities (G-Secs). Explaining the module, the Reserve Bank stated that the module permits internet-based direct participation of GAHs in primary auctions of G-Secs. However, the access is subject
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 14, 2012
RBI releases Draft Guidelines for White Label Automated Teller Machines (WLAs)
The Reserve Bank of India today released on its website, the "Draft Circular for Deployment of White Label Automated Teller Machines (WLAs)". The Reserve Bank has sought views/comments on the draft circular from banks, authorised ATM network operators, non-bank entities and members of public. The key features of the draft circular are: Non-bank entities proposing to set up WLAs would have to make an application to the Reserve Bank for seeking authorisation under the P
The Reserve Bank of India today released on its website, the "Draft Circular for Deployment of White Label Automated Teller Machines (WLAs)". The Reserve Bank has sought views/comments on the draft circular from banks, authorised ATM network operators, non-bank entities and members of public. The key features of the draft circular are: Non-bank entities proposing to set up WLAs would have to make an application to the Reserve Bank for seeking authorisation under the P
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 07, 2011
RBI revokes the Authorisation granted to Kaizen Automation Private Ltd;
Mumbai for issuance of prepaid cards known as ‘Go Mumbai’ cards
Mumbai for issuance of prepaid cards known as ‘Go Mumbai’ cards
In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 8 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, the Reserve Bank of India has revoked the Authorisation granted to Kaizen Automation Private Limited, B-601-602, Citi Point, Andheri, Kurla Road, J. B. Nagar, Near Kohinoor Continental, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059 for issuance and operation of prepaid cards known as ‘Go Mumbai’ cards, with immediate effect. J.D. Desai Assistant Manager Press Release : 2010-2011/1455
In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 8 of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, the Reserve Bank of India has revoked the Authorisation granted to Kaizen Automation Private Limited, B-601-602, Citi Point, Andheri, Kurla Road, J. B. Nagar, Near Kohinoor Continental, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059 for issuance and operation of prepaid cards known as ‘Go Mumbai’ cards, with immediate effect. J.D. Desai Assistant Manager Press Release : 2010-2011/1455
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 11, 2011
RBI refuses Issue of Authorisation to Zoha Inc, USA to Operate Cross Border Money Transfer Service in India
The Reserve Bank of India has refused the authorisation application of Zoha Inc, 291-Grove Street, Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302, USA to operate payment system for cross-border in-bound money transfer services. It has asked Zoha Inc, USA to wind-up their existing services for cross border money transfer to India with immediate effect. The Reserve Bank has refused the authorisation application of Zoha Inc in exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank under s
The Reserve Bank of India has refused the authorisation application of Zoha Inc, 291-Grove Street, Jersey City, New Jersey, 07302, USA to operate payment system for cross-border in-bound money transfer services. It has asked Zoha Inc, USA to wind-up their existing services for cross border money transfer to India with immediate effect. The Reserve Bank has refused the authorisation application of Zoha Inc in exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank under s
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 01, 2011
RBI seeks comments on Report of Working Group on Information Security, Electronic Banking Technology, Risk Management and Cyber Frauds
The Reserve Bank of India has invited views/comments of all stake-holders and the public at large on the Report of Working Group on Information Security, Electronic Banking, Technology Risk Management and Cyber frauds (Chairman: Shri G. Gopalakrishna, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India). Comments/suggestions/views may be forwarded latest by February 14, 2011 to the Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Central Office, 3rd Floor, Wo
The Reserve Bank of India has invited views/comments of all stake-holders and the public at large on the Report of Working Group on Information Security, Electronic Banking, Technology Risk Management and Cyber frauds (Chairman: Shri G. Gopalakrishna, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India). Comments/suggestions/views may be forwarded latest by February 14, 2011 to the Chief General Manager-in-Charge, Department of Banking Supervision, Central Office, 3rd Floor, Wo
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 21, 2011
RBI Releases Report of Working Group on Information Security, Electronic Banking, Technology Risk Management and Cyber Frauds
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of the Working Group on information security, electronic banking, technology risk management, and cyber frauds. The Working Group (Chairman: Shri G.Gopalakrishna, Executive Director, RBI) was established following the announcement in the April 2010 Monetary Policy Statement, which recommended enhancing RBI guidelines relating to the governance of IT, information security measures to tackle cyber frau
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of the Working Group on information security, electronic banking, technology risk management, and cyber frauds. The Working Group (Chairman: Shri G.Gopalakrishna, Executive Director, RBI) was established following the announcement in the April 2010 Monetary Policy Statement, which recommended enhancing RBI guidelines relating to the governance of IT, information security measures to tackle cyber frau
ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 01, 2010
Surrendering Certificate of Authorisation
The TimesofMoney Ltd., 4th Floor, Times Tower Kamala Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel (West), Mumbai–400013 has, on September 23, 2010, voluntarily surrendered the Certificate of Authorisation given by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India had, on April 05, 2010, issued Certificate of Authorisation (34/2010) to the TimesofMoney Ltd. under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 for operating Payment System for issuance of Pre-paid P
The TimesofMoney Ltd., 4th Floor, Times Tower Kamala Mills Compound, Senapati Bapat Marg, Lower Parel (West), Mumbai–400013 has, on September 23, 2010, voluntarily surrendered the Certificate of Authorisation given by the Reserve Bank of India. The Reserve Bank of India had, on April 05, 2010, issued Certificate of Authorisation (34/2010) to the TimesofMoney Ltd. under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 for operating Payment System for issuance of Pre-paid P
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 29, 2008
National Electronic Clearing Service inaugurated
Shri V.Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India today inaugurated the National Electronic Clearing Service (NECS) at a function at the Reserve Bank's National Clearing Centre (NCC), Mumbai. The service aims to centralise the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) operation and bring in uniformity and efficiency to the system. ECS was introduced in the early nineties and is operational at 74 locations at present, facilitating easy payments and collections for repet
Shri V.Leeladhar, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India today inaugurated the National Electronic Clearing Service (NECS) at a function at the Reserve Bank's National Clearing Centre (NCC), Mumbai. The service aims to centralise the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS) operation and bring in uniformity and efficiency to the system. ECS was introduced in the early nineties and is operational at 74 locations at present, facilitating easy payments and collections for repet
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 19, 2008
Mobile Banking Transactions in India - Operative Guidelines for Banks
Based on the comments received from public the Reserve Bank of India has modified its earlier draft operating guidelines on mobile payments in India. The modified guidelines are now placed on the website. Comments if any can be e-mailed or faxed to 022-22691557 or letter addressed to Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Central Office, 14th floor, Central Office Building, SBS Marg, Mumbai 400001 latest by Septembe
Based on the comments received from public the Reserve Bank of India has modified its earlier draft operating guidelines on mobile payments in India. The modified guidelines are now placed on the website. Comments if any can be e-mailed or faxed to 022-22691557 or letter addressed to Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Central Office, 14th floor, Central Office Building, SBS Marg, Mumbai 400001 latest by Septembe
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 01, 2008
Payment and Settlement Systems Act, and Regulations come into effect
The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 (51 of 2007) and the Payment and Settlement Systems Regulations, 2008 have been notified and have come into effect from August 12, 2008. The Payment and Settlement Systems Act stipulates that no person other than the Reserve Bank, shall commence or operate a payment system except under and in accordance with an authorisation issued by the Reserve Bank under the provisions of the Act. All persons currently operating a paymen
The Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007 (51 of 2007) and the Payment and Settlement Systems Regulations, 2008 have been notified and have come into effect from August 12, 2008. The Payment and Settlement Systems Act stipulates that no person other than the Reserve Bank, shall commence or operate a payment system except under and in accordance with an authorisation issued by the Reserve Bank under the provisions of the Act. All persons currently operating a paymen
ଜୁନ 20, 2008
RBI to introduce Speed Clearing for Outstation Cheques in Mumbai
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will introduce, from June 25, 2008, 'Speed Clearing' for outstation cheques for all the member banks in the jurisdiction of Brihan-Mumbai Bankers' Clearing House (BBCH). 'Speed Clearing' leverages the technology of core or centralised banking solution (CBS) of banks which enables them to access details of all account holders from any branch. Banks including public sector, private sector, cooperative and foreign banks, which are members
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will introduce, from June 25, 2008, 'Speed Clearing' for outstation cheques for all the member banks in the jurisdiction of Brihan-Mumbai Bankers' Clearing House (BBCH). 'Speed Clearing' leverages the technology of core or centralised banking solution (CBS) of banks which enables them to access details of all account holders from any branch. Banks including public sector, private sector, cooperative and foreign banks, which are members
ଜୁନ 12, 2008
Mobile Payments in India - Operative Guidelines for Banks
With the rapid growth in the number of mobile phone subscribers in India banks have been exploring the feasibility of using mobile phones as an alternative channel of delivery of banking services. A few banks have started offering information based services like balance enquiry, stop payment instruction of cheques, record of last five transactions, location of nearest ATM/branch etc. Acceptance of transfer of funds instruction for credit to beneficiaries of same/or an
With the rapid growth in the number of mobile phone subscribers in India banks have been exploring the feasibility of using mobile phones as an alternative channel of delivery of banking services. A few banks have started offering information based services like balance enquiry, stop payment instruction of cheques, record of last five transactions, location of nearest ATM/branch etc. Acceptance of transfer of funds instruction for credit to beneficiaries of same/or an
ଅପ୍ରେଲ 25, 2008
RBI invites Public Comments on draft Regulations on Payment and Settlement Systems
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website draft regulations framed under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act 2007 for public comments. Comments can be sent to the Chief General Manager, Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Reserve Bank of India, Central Office, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Marg, Mumbai (fax number: 022- 22659566) or may be e-mailed latest by May 15, 2008. It may be recalled that the Payment and Settlement Systems Bill was passed by
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website draft regulations framed under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act 2007 for public comments. Comments can be sent to the Chief General Manager, Department of Payment and Settlement Systems, Reserve Bank of India, Central Office, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Marg, Mumbai (fax number: 022- 22659566) or may be e-mailed latest by May 15, 2008. It may be recalled that the Payment and Settlement Systems Bill was passed by
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 18, 2008
Use of electronic mode of payment for large value transactions
Recognising the importance of ensuring the safety, security of the payment systems, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has put in place three modes of electronic payments i.e. Real time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System, National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT) System and Electronic Clearing Service (ECS). Payments by these modes have been steadily growing in the last few years. An internal Working Group set up by the Reserve Bank to examine the various issues related to mi
Recognising the importance of ensuring the safety, security of the payment systems, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has put in place three modes of electronic payments i.e. Real time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System, National Electronic Fund Transfer (NEFT) System and Electronic Clearing Service (ECS). Payments by these modes have been steadily growing in the last few years. An internal Working Group set up by the Reserve Bank to examine the various issues related to mi
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 18, 2008
ATMs of Banks: Fair Pricing and Enhanced Access
The Approach Paper on "ATMs of Banks: Fair Pricing and Enhanced Access" was placed on the website on 24th December 2007 for public comments. The comments received from the public as also banks were mostly in favour of the approach suggested in the paper.A paper examining the public comments and proposed guidelines in the form of circular to be issued to banks has been placed today on the RBI website. Comments can be e-mailed or faxed to 022-22659566 or letter addresse
The Approach Paper on "ATMs of Banks: Fair Pricing and Enhanced Access" was placed on the website on 24th December 2007 for public comments. The comments received from the public as also banks were mostly in favour of the approach suggested in the paper.A paper examining the public comments and proposed guidelines in the form of circular to be issued to banks has been placed today on the RBI website. Comments can be e-mailed or faxed to 022-22659566 or letter addresse
ନଭେମ୍ବର 02, 2007
RBI Introduces a System of Annual Review of
Payment and Settlement Systems in India
Payment and Settlement Systems in India
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the first Annual Report on the Payment and Settlement Systems in India. While there has been a number of initiatives for spreading the payment system network such as National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) System, Electronic Clearing Services (ECS), Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System and National Financial Switch (NFS), the feedback received showed that the level of awareness and familiarity with paymen
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the first Annual Report on the Payment and Settlement Systems in India. While there has been a number of initiatives for spreading the payment system network such as National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) System, Electronic Clearing Services (ECS), Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System and National Financial Switch (NFS), the feedback received showed that the level of awareness and familiarity with paymen
ଅକ୍ଟୋବର 19, 2007
RBI places on Website enhanced Draft on Financial Sector Technology Vision document (2008-2010) for comments
A vision document on technology and the financial sector was published in the public domain of the Reserve Bank of India's website in July 2005. With rapid changes in technology and the achievement of the plans outlined, this vision document was taken up for improvement and has since been enhanced to cover the immediate short term period between 2008 and 2010. Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website (www.rbi.org.in) the revised draft Financial Sector Tec
A vision document on technology and the financial sector was published in the public domain of the Reserve Bank of India's website in July 2005. With rapid changes in technology and the achievement of the plans outlined, this vision document was taken up for improvement and has since been enhanced to cover the immediate short term period between 2008 and 2010. Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website (www.rbi.org.in) the revised draft Financial Sector Tec
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 21, 2007
RBI places the Report of the Working Group on Preparing Guidelines for Access to Payment Systems for Public Comments
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of Working Group on preparing Guidelines for Access to Payment Systems for public comments. Comments may be addressed to the Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Department of Payment & Settlement Systems, Central Office, Fort, Mumbai 400001 or sent by <a href=# onclick=javascript:document.open('Bs_RbiEmailfeedback.aspx?name=rbi1','query_pop','width=460,height=330,top=90,left=520');re
The Reserve Bank of India has today placed on its website the report of Working Group on preparing Guidelines for Access to Payment Systems for public comments. Comments may be addressed to the Chief General Manager, Reserve Bank of India, Department of Payment & Settlement Systems, Central Office, Fort, Mumbai 400001 or sent by <a href=# onclick=javascript:document.open('Bs_RbiEmailfeedback.aspx?name=rbi1','query_pop','width=460,height=330,top=90,left=520');re
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 01, 2007
RBI places on website Report of the Working Group on Standards for Raw Images of fingerprints for Public Comments
The Advisory Group on Information Technology for Financial Inclusion, set up by Reserve Bank of India, for evolving common/comparable standards for enabling IT based solutions for banking services, had suggested that a separate working group be constituted to deliberate and suggest suitable standards for raw images (finger prints). The Working Group constituted in April 2007 under the convenorship of Dr. A.M. Pedgaonkar, Chief General Manager, Department of Informatio
The Advisory Group on Information Technology for Financial Inclusion, set up by Reserve Bank of India, for evolving common/comparable standards for enabling IT based solutions for banking services, had suggested that a separate working group be constituted to deliberate and suggest suitable standards for raw images (finger prints). The Working Group constituted in April 2007 under the convenorship of Dr. A.M. Pedgaonkar, Chief General Manager, Department of Informatio
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 04, 2006
Coverage of RBI's RTGS System crosses 15,000 Bank Branches Mark
The coverage of the Reserve Bank of India's Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System has exceeded 15,000 bank branches in the country. The target was achieved two months ahead indicating the popularity of the funds transfer service. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank of India introduced the RTGS System in March 2004 with four bank branches on a pilot basis, only for inter-bank transactions. Subsequently, customer-based transactions were also taken up. The RTGS S
The coverage of the Reserve Bank of India's Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System has exceeded 15,000 bank branches in the country. The target was achieved two months ahead indicating the popularity of the funds transfer service. It may be recalled that the Reserve Bank of India introduced the RTGS System in March 2004 with four bank branches on a pilot basis, only for inter-bank transactions. Subsequently, customer-based transactions were also taken up. The RTGS S
ନଭେମ୍ବର 21, 2005
NEFT System goes live
The National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) started live operations from Today. The objective of the NEFT system is to establish an Electronic Funds Transfer system to facilitate an efficient, secure, economical, reliable and expeditious system of funds transfer between banks in the banking sector using Structured Financial Messaging Solution (SFMS) backbone. For the time being there will be a single settlement per day at 12.00 noon. To begin with 8 banks will be pa
The National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) started live operations from Today. The objective of the NEFT system is to establish an Electronic Funds Transfer system to facilitate an efficient, secure, economical, reliable and expeditious system of funds transfer between banks in the banking sector using Structured Financial Messaging Solution (SFMS) backbone. For the time being there will be a single settlement per day at 12.00 noon. To begin with 8 banks will be pa
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 16, 2005
RTGS coverage exceeds 10000 bank branches
The coverage of the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System exceeded the target of ten thousand bank branches in the country. Thanks to the aggressive strategies of the participating banks, the target was achieved six months ahead indicating thereby the popularity of the funds transfer service. It may be recalled that the RTGS System was introduced in March 2004 with just four bank branches on a pilot basis only for inter-bank transactions. Subsequently customer tran
The coverage of the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System exceeded the target of ten thousand bank branches in the country. Thanks to the aggressive strategies of the participating banks, the target was achieved six months ahead indicating thereby the popularity of the funds transfer service. It may be recalled that the RTGS System was introduced in March 2004 with just four bank branches on a pilot basis only for inter-bank transactions. Subsequently customer tran
ମଇ 03, 2005
RBI releases Vision Document for Payment and Settlement Systems
The Reserve Bank of India today released the Vision Document for Payment and Settlement Systems. The document lists the accomplishments in the area of payment system during the last three years and gives a roadmap for its further advancement during the next three years. Safety, security, soundness and efficiency have been identified in the document as the key themes of the payment systems upgradation efforts. Whereas safety in payment and settlement systems relates to
The Reserve Bank of India today released the Vision Document for Payment and Settlement Systems. The document lists the accomplishments in the area of payment system during the last three years and gives a roadmap for its further advancement during the next three years. Safety, security, soundness and efficiency have been identified in the document as the key themes of the payment systems upgradation efforts. Whereas safety in payment and settlement systems relates to
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 16, 2004
RTGS Services now for Bank Customers: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has, today announced that its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System has been enabled for ‘Straight Through Processing’ at the participant’s, that is, the bank’s end for putting through customer transactions. Straight through processing of customer transactions will, upon receiving the credit advice, allow banks to directly credit the customer’s account without any manual intervention. This will facilitate introduction of T+1 settlement in
The Reserve Bank of India has, today announced that its Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System has been enabled for ‘Straight Through Processing’ at the participant’s, that is, the bank’s end for putting through customer transactions. Straight through processing of customer transactions will, upon receiving the credit advice, allow banks to directly credit the customer’s account without any manual intervention. This will facilitate introduction of T+1 settlement in
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 26, 2004
RTGS System goes Live
The Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System was put in live operations from 9.00 am today. For the time being inter-bank transactions are being put through and the customer related transfers will be enabled in due course.After about two weeks, other banks/primary dealers will join the System in a phased manner. Depending on their full technical and other preparedness, eligible participants will join the System at an interval of a week. It is expected that all prospec
The Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) System was put in live operations from 9.00 am today. For the time being inter-bank transactions are being put through and the customer related transfers will be enabled in due course.After about two weeks, other banks/primary dealers will join the System in a phased manner. Depending on their full technical and other preparedness, eligible participants will join the System at an interval of a week. It is expected that all prospec
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 20, 2004
Pre-Launch Review of RTGS in India
The Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system is being implemented in two phases in India. Under the first phase, the RTGS system with the functionalities for inter-bank fund transfer and customer based inter-bank fund transfer has reached an advanced stage of implementation. The RTGS system has been tested and is currently undergoing trial run with the participation of four banks. It is a complex and critical system.As a measure of abundant caution and also to provide
The Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) system is being implemented in two phases in India. Under the first phase, the RTGS system with the functionalities for inter-bank fund transfer and customer based inter-bank fund transfer has reached an advanced stage of implementation. The RTGS system has been tested and is currently undergoing trial run with the participation of four banks. It is a complex and critical system.As a measure of abundant caution and also to provide
ଜୁଲାଇ 21, 2003
Make Ordinary Bank Customer Ultimate Beneficiary of RTGS: RBI urges Banks
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India today urged banks to ensure complete infrastructural and human resources readiness, and connectivity and security at their end so that the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) facilities could percolate to the ordinary customers. He added that one of the primary objectives of every central bank is to put in place a modern, robust, secure and integrated payment and settlement system to enable the common man to make
Shri Vepa Kamesam, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India today urged banks to ensure complete infrastructural and human resources readiness, and connectivity and security at their end so that the Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) facilities could percolate to the ordinary customers. He added that one of the primary objectives of every central bank is to put in place a modern, robust, secure and integrated payment and settlement system to enable the common man to make
ଜୁନ 16, 2003
ACU Members call for Strengthening of Payment and
Settlement Mechanism
Settlement Mechanism
The Reserve Bank of India hosted the 32nd Board Meeting of the Asian Clearing Union (ACU) today, in Bangalore. The central bank Governors of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka participated in the meeting. Two senior level officials from the Central Bank of Thailand also participated as observers. Formed in 1974, the ACU at present has eight members - Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka with headq
The Reserve Bank of India hosted the 32nd Board Meeting of the Asian Clearing Union (ACU) today, in Bangalore. The central bank Governors of Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka participated in the meeting. Two senior level officials from the Central Bank of Thailand also participated as observers. Formed in 1974, the ACU at present has eight members - Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Iran, Myanmar, Nepal, Pakistan and Sri Lanka with headq
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 31, 2003
RBI introducing Special Electronic Funds Transfer
The Reserve Bank of India, in conjunction with the banks, has embarked upon a Special Electronic Funds Transfer (SEFT) Scheme. The Scheme would enable safe, secure and quick transfer of funds electronically across branches of banks at many centres of the country. The Scheme would be introduced from April 1, 2003, with the settlement taking place at Mumbai for inter-bank funds transfers.The salient features of the Scheme are:The Scheme is designed to provide for same d
The Reserve Bank of India, in conjunction with the banks, has embarked upon a Special Electronic Funds Transfer (SEFT) Scheme. The Scheme would enable safe, secure and quick transfer of funds electronically across branches of banks at many centres of the country. The Scheme would be introduced from April 1, 2003, with the settlement taking place at Mumbai for inter-bank funds transfers.The salient features of the Scheme are:The Scheme is designed to provide for same d
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 12, 2003
Mumbai Clearing House to be closed on March 14 and May 14 : RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has stated that the clearing house in Mumbai will not function on March 14, 2003 as the Government of Maharashtra has declared it as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Moharrum. Earlier, the holiday for Moharrum was declared on March 15, 2003. Now, the clearing house will function normally on March 15, 2003The clearing house in Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai will also remain closed on May 14, 2003 instead of M
The Reserve Bank of India has stated that the clearing house in Mumbai will not function on March 14, 2003 as the Government of Maharashtra has declared it as a holiday under the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 on account of Moharrum. Earlier, the holiday for Moharrum was declared on March 15, 2003. Now, the clearing house will function normally on March 15, 2003The clearing house in Reserve Bank of India in Mumbai will also remain closed on May 14, 2003 instead of M
ଫେବୃଆରୀ 04, 2003
RBI Governor inaugurates CVPS in Mumbai
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India today inaugurated the Currency Verification and Processing System (CVPS) in Mumbai Office of the Reserve Bank of India. The currency verification and processing systems have been installed in the Reserve Bank offices for faster and secured processing of soiled currency notes. Weeding out soiled currency notes and replacing them with fresh ones are part of the Clean Note Policy being followed by the Reserve Bank of India
Dr. Bimal Jalan, Governor, Reserve Bank of India today inaugurated the Currency Verification and Processing System (CVPS) in Mumbai Office of the Reserve Bank of India. The currency verification and processing systems have been installed in the Reserve Bank offices for faster and secured processing of soiled currency notes. Weeding out soiled currency notes and replacing them with fresh ones are part of the Clean Note Policy being followed by the Reserve Bank of India
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 05, 2002
Report of the Working Group on Electronic Money
The increase in the use of e-money in India in future could have far reaching effect on payments habit as also on the transmission mechanism of monetary policy. In order to examine these issues, the Reserve Bank of India had set-up a working group comprising officials from market participants and the Reserve Bank of India. The Chairman of the working group was Mr. Zarir J. Cama, Chief Executive Officer, Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. The working group subm
The increase in the use of e-money in India in future could have far reaching effect on payments habit as also on the transmission mechanism of monetary policy. In order to examine these issues, the Reserve Bank of India had set-up a working group comprising officials from market participants and the Reserve Bank of India. The Chairman of the working group was Mr. Zarir J. Cama, Chief Executive Officer, Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation. The working group subm
ଡିସେମ୍ବର 15, 2001
RBI pushes for Retail and Electronic Trading of G-secs
The Negotiated Dealing System (NDS) will become operational from January 15, 2002. The system will operationalise, to begin with, by allowing members of Negotiated Dealing System (NDS) to put their bids electronically for repos and reverse repos under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF). In other words, from this date, the NDS members will not have to put in their bids/ applications in physical form for LAF auctions held daily by the Reserve Bank of India. This wa
The Negotiated Dealing System (NDS) will become operational from January 15, 2002. The system will operationalise, to begin with, by allowing members of Negotiated Dealing System (NDS) to put their bids electronically for repos and reverse repos under the Liquidity Adjustment Facility (LAF). In other words, from this date, the NDS members will not have to put in their bids/ applications in physical form for LAF auctions held daily by the Reserve Bank of India. This wa
ମଇ 29, 2001
T + 1 Settlement of SGL transactions
In the Monetary & Credit Policy 2001-02, it was proposed that from June 2, 2001, all transactions in Government securities settled through the Subsidiary General Ledger (SGL)/Delivery versus Payment (DVP) system would be on T + 1 basis. The feedback from the market participants with whom Reserve Bank has had several rounds of consultation is that the date from which T + 1 settlement will be introduced for Subsidiary General Ledger settled transactions should be co
In the Monetary & Credit Policy 2001-02, it was proposed that from June 2, 2001, all transactions in Government securities settled through the Subsidiary General Ledger (SGL)/Delivery versus Payment (DVP) system would be on T + 1 basis. The feedback from the market participants with whom Reserve Bank has had several rounds of consultation is that the date from which T + 1 settlement will be introduced for Subsidiary General Ledger settled transactions should be co
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 16, 2001
Advisory Groups on "Payment and Settlement System" and on "Bankruptcy laws" Submit Reports
It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of In
It may be recalled that Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes was constituted in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of In
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 27, 2000
Advisory Group on Payment and Settlement Systems Submits Report
It may be recalled that the Governor, Reserve Bank of India constituted a Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by D
It may be recalled that the Governor, Reserve Bank of India constituted a Standing Committee on International Financial Standards and Codes in December 1999 in order to identify and monitor developments in global standards and codes, consider aspects of applicability of these standards to Indian financial system, periodically review the status and make available its reports to all concerned organisations in public or private sector. The Standing Committee chaired by D
ଜୁନ 10, 2000
Meeting of the National Payments Council
The National Payments Council under the Chairmanship of Deputy Governor, Shri S.P.Talwar met on June 09, 2000 to discuss the latest developments in the Payments System and the future possibilities. The Council members welcomed the passing of the Information Technology (IT) Bill and the grant of one transponder on INSAT 3-B which will augment the capacity of the Indian Financial Network (INFINET). The Council reviewed the ongoing initiatives for implementing the Centra
The National Payments Council under the Chairmanship of Deputy Governor, Shri S.P.Talwar met on June 09, 2000 to discuss the latest developments in the Payments System and the future possibilities. The Council members welcomed the passing of the Information Technology (IT) Bill and the grant of one transponder on INSAT 3-B which will augment the capacity of the Indian Financial Network (INFINET). The Council reviewed the ongoing initiatives for implementing the Centra
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 31, 2000
RBI sets up Working Group on Priority Areas in Banking Technology
The Information Technology applications in the banking and financial sector in India have grown sharply in recent years. IT can be leveraged to bring about significant improvements in a number of areas including decision making, house keeping, customer service, payment flows, etc., in the banking and financial sector. To ensure the accrual of optimal benefits, necessary human resources development measures and requisite steps to beef up security in IT use have to be t
The Information Technology applications in the banking and financial sector in India have grown sharply in recent years. IT can be leveraged to bring about significant improvements in a number of areas including decision making, house keeping, customer service, payment flows, etc., in the banking and financial sector. To ensure the accrual of optimal benefits, necessary human resources development measures and requisite steps to beef up security in IT use have to be t
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 03, 2000
Y2K Status on January 3, 2000
On January 3, 2000, the first full working day of the year, the Reserve Bank of India, banks and financial institutions have been found to be working satisfactorily on the basis of the reports received.Reserve Bank of India The MICR Cheque processing centre at Mumbai using the state-of-the-art Mainframe has completed processing of at par items clearing successfully today. MICR cheque processing at National Clearing Centres of the RBI at Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and
On January 3, 2000, the first full working day of the year, the Reserve Bank of India, banks and financial institutions have been found to be working satisfactorily on the basis of the reports received.Reserve Bank of India The MICR Cheque processing centre at Mumbai using the state-of-the-art Mainframe has completed processing of at par items clearing successfully today. MICR cheque processing at National Clearing Centres of the RBI at Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and
ଜାନୁଆରୀ 01, 2000
Cheque Processing Systems Successfully roll over to Year 2000
On December 31, 1999 the state-of-the-art MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) cheque processing systems at Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and Calcutta continued to operate normally. The centres commenced the normal operations at around 19:00 hours and successfully rolled over to the Year 2000 without any disruption. During the rollover, the hardware, the operating system, the cheque processing application software and associated peripherals like the console, the ter
On December 31, 1999 the state-of-the-art MICR (Magnetic Ink Character Recognition) cheque processing systems at Mumbai, New Delhi, Chennai and Calcutta continued to operate normally. The centres commenced the normal operations at around 19:00 hours and successfully rolled over to the Year 2000 without any disruption. During the rollover, the hardware, the operating system, the cheque processing application software and associated peripherals like the console, the ter
ନଭେମ୍ବର 01, 1999
MICR Cheque Processing Upgraded At four Metros by RBI
The MICR Cheque Processing Systems at the four National Clearing Cells of the Reserve Bank of India at the metropolitan centres at Calcutta, Chennai, Mumbai and New Delhi have been replaced with Y2K compliant state-of-the-art IBM S/390 mainframe system based cheque processing solutions. The MICR cheque processing has become operational at the four National Clearing Cells. The cheques, presented at these four National Clearing Cells, are being processed on the new syst
The MICR Cheque Processing Systems at the four National Clearing Cells of the Reserve Bank of India at the metropolitan centres at Calcutta, Chennai, Mumbai and New Delhi have been replaced with Y2K compliant state-of-the-art IBM S/390 mainframe system based cheque processing solutions. The MICR cheque processing has become operational at the four National Clearing Cells. The cheques, presented at these four National Clearing Cells, are being processed on the new syst
ସେପ୍ଟେମ୍ବର 07, 1999
RBI sets up Working Group to study the recommendations for SMART Card based Payment System Standards
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group in the Department of Information Technology to study the recommendations on standards for SMART Card based Payment Systems made by the Indian Institute of Technology, Powai. The recommendations have been made in document "SMART Card based Payment System Standards" version 3.0, as part of the "Project SMART Rupees System (SMARS)". The Project SMART Rupees System (SMARS) is a pilot project on SMART Card technol
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a Working Group in the Department of Information Technology to study the recommendations on standards for SMART Card based Payment Systems made by the Indian Institute of Technology, Powai. The recommendations have been made in document "SMART Card based Payment System Standards" version 3.0, as part of the "Project SMART Rupees System (SMARS)". The Project SMART Rupees System (SMARS) is a pilot project on SMART Card technol
ଅଗଷ୍ଟ 31, 1999
Meeting of the High Level Working Group on Y2K Related Issues
The High Level Working Group constituted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Chairmanship of Shri S.P. Talwar, Deputy Governor reviewed the status of Year 2000 readiness and contingency planing of the banking and financial sector in a meeting held on August 31, 1999. The representatives of the Ministry of Finance and Department of Electronics, Government of India were also present during the meeting.There was also discussion of the criticality of clearing and settl
The High Level Working Group constituted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Chairmanship of Shri S.P. Talwar, Deputy Governor reviewed the status of Year 2000 readiness and contingency planing of the banking and financial sector in a meeting held on August 31, 1999. The representatives of the Ministry of Finance and Department of Electronics, Government of India were also present during the meeting.There was also discussion of the criticality of clearing and settl
ଜୁଲାଇ 22, 1999
National Payments Council
The first meeting of the National Payments Council constituted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Chairmanship of Deputy Governor, Shri S.P. Talwar to guide the design and development of a modern and efficient Payments and Settlement system for the country was held on July 22, 1999, in Mumbai. The members who attended the meeting included:1.Dr. A.Vasudevan, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India 2.Shri A.T.Panir Selvam, Chairman, Indian Banks Association3.Shri
The first meeting of the National Payments Council constituted by the Reserve Bank of India under the Chairmanship of Deputy Governor, Shri S.P. Talwar to guide the design and development of a modern and efficient Payments and Settlement system for the country was held on July 22, 1999, in Mumbai. The members who attended the meeting included:1.Dr. A.Vasudevan, Executive Director, Reserve Bank of India 2.Shri A.T.Panir Selvam, Chairman, Indian Banks Association3.Shri
ନଭେମ୍ବର 26, 1998
Extension of the area of the jurisdiction of Brihanmumbai Bankers Clearing House
It has been decided in the meeting of the Standing Committee of BBCH held on November 12, 1998 to extend the area of jurisdiction of Brihanmumbai Bankers Clearing House (BBCH) further so as to include the banks/branches situated in Old Panvel and Badlapur towns with immediate effect. Accordingly, the banks/branches operating in the above areas may participate in the BBCH clearing after the completion of necessary formalities in this regard for which banks have been ad
It has been decided in the meeting of the Standing Committee of BBCH held on November 12, 1998 to extend the area of jurisdiction of Brihanmumbai Bankers Clearing House (BBCH) further so as to include the banks/branches situated in Old Panvel and Badlapur towns with immediate effect. Accordingly, the banks/branches operating in the above areas may participate in the BBCH clearing after the completion of necessary formalities in this regard for which banks have been ad
ମାର୍ଚ୍ଚ 18, 1998
RBI to introduce Electronic Clearing Service (Credit Clearing) in more centres
The Reserve Bank of India has decided to extend the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS - Credit Clearing Scheme) to eight more centres, viz., Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Jaipur, Kanpur, Nagpur, Patna and Thiruvananthapuram with effect from July 1, 1998. It has also been decided to increase the limit on the transaction value under the ECS (Credit) Scheme from the present Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 from that date. With this, the Scheme would cover all the centres
The Reserve Bank of India has decided to extend the Electronic Clearing Service (ECS - Credit Clearing Scheme) to eight more centres, viz., Bhubaneshwar, Chandigarh, Guwahati, Jaipur, Kanpur, Nagpur, Patna and Thiruvananthapuram with effect from July 1, 1998. It has also been decided to increase the limit on the transaction value under the ECS (Credit) Scheme from the present Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 1,00,000 from that date. With this, the Scheme would cover all the centres
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