Press Releases - Currency Management - ਆਰਬੀਆਈ - Reserve Bank of India
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ਮਈ 20, 2019
Issue of ₹10 Denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹10 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹10 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹10 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release : 2018-2019/2717
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹10 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹10 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹10 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release : 2018-2019/2717
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ਅਪ੍ਰੈ 26, 2019
RBI Introduces ₹ 20 banknote in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Ellora Caves on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Greenish Yellow. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the bank
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Ellora Caves on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Greenish Yellow. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the bank
ਅਪ੍ਰੈ 23, 2019
Issue of ₹ 200 Denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 200 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 200 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 200 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2513
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 200 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 200 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 200 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2513
ਅਪ੍ਰੈ 23, 2019
Issue of ₹ 500 Denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 500 in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 500 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 500 in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019
ਅਪ੍ਰੈ 16, 2019
Issue of ₹50 Denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will today issue ₹ 50 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 50 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 50 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2467
The Reserve Bank of India will today issue ₹ 50 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 50 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 50 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Yogesh Dayal Chief General Manager Press Release: 2018-2019/2467
ਫ਼ਰ 26, 2019
Issue of ₹ 100 Denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 100 Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All Banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 100 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release : 2018-2019/2029
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series bearing the signature of Shri Shaktikanta Das, Governor. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to ₹ 100 Banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. All Banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 100 issued by the Reserve Bank in the past will continue to be legal tender. Jose J. Kattoor Chief General Manager Press Release : 2018-2019/2029
ਜੁਲਾ 19, 2018
RBI to Issue New Design ₹ 100 Denomination Banknote
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has Motif of “RANI KI VAV” on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Lavender. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. Dimension of the ba
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has Motif of “RANI KI VAV” on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Lavender. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. Dimension of the ba
ਅਪ੍ਰੈ 17, 2018
RBI clarifies that there is no currency shortage
It has been reported in a section of the media that there is shortage of currency in certain parts of the country. It is clarified at the outset that there is sufficient cash in the RBI vaults and currency chests. Nevertheless, printing of the notes has been ramped up in all the 4 note presses.The shortage may be felt in some pockets largely due to logistical issues of replenishing ATMs frequently and the recalibration of ATMs being still underway. RBI is closely moni
It has been reported in a section of the media that there is shortage of currency in certain parts of the country. It is clarified at the outset that there is sufficient cash in the RBI vaults and currency chests. Nevertheless, printing of the notes has been ramped up in all the 4 note presses.The shortage may be felt in some pockets largely due to logistical issues of replenishing ATMs frequently and the recalibration of ATMs being still underway. RBI is closely moni
ਜਨ 17, 2018
RBI reiterates legal tender status of ₹ 10 coins of different designs
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank that in certain places there is reluctance on part of traders and members of public to accept ₹ 10 coins due to suspicion about their genuineness. It is clarified that the Reserve Bank puts into circulation, the coins minted by mints, which are under the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduced from time to time. As coins
It has come to the notice of the Reserve Bank that in certain places there is reluctance on part of traders and members of public to accept ₹ 10 coins due to suspicion about their genuineness. It is clarified that the Reserve Bank puts into circulation, the coins minted by mints, which are under the Government of India. These coins have distinctive features to reflect various themes of economic, social and cultural values and are introduced from time to time. As coins
ਜਨ 05, 2018
RBI Introduces ₹ 10 banknote in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Sun Temple, Konark on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Chocolate Brown. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 10 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Sun Temple, Konark on the reverse, depicting the country's cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Chocolate Brown. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
ਸਤੰ 10, 2017
RBI says it uses sophisticated machines for processing currency notes
It has been reported in a section of the press, quoting a reply to RTI application, that RBI was not using machines for counting Specified Bank Notes (SBNs). RBI actually uses sophisticated Currency Verification & Processing (CVPS) machines for checking the numerical accuracy and genuineness of the currency notes, including SBNs. These machines are way superior to the note counting machines. With a view to augmenting processing capacity, RBI is using the available
It has been reported in a section of the press, quoting a reply to RTI application, that RBI was not using machines for counting Specified Bank Notes (SBNs). RBI actually uses sophisticated Currency Verification & Processing (CVPS) machines for checking the numerical accuracy and genuineness of the currency notes, including SBNs. These machines are way superior to the note counting machines. With a view to augmenting processing capacity, RBI is using the available
ਅਗ 25, 2017
RBI to ramp up supply of ₹ 200 notes shortly
The Reserve Bank of India introduced the ₹ 200 denomination notes today. Introduction of this denomination is expected to facilitate exchange transactions for the common man and provide complete series of denomination for transactions at the lower end. These notes are available only through select RBI offices and banks as is normal when a new denomination of notes is introduced and the supply increases gradually. However, the production of these notes is being ramped
The Reserve Bank of India introduced the ₹ 200 denomination notes today. Introduction of this denomination is expected to facilitate exchange transactions for the common man and provide complete series of denomination for transactions at the lower end. These notes are available only through select RBI offices and banks as is normal when a new denomination of notes is introduced and the supply increases gradually. However, the production of these notes is being ramped
ਅਗ 24, 2017
RBI Introduces ₹ 200 denomination banknote
The Reserve Bank of India will issue on August 25, 2017 ₹ 200 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India from select RBI offices, and some banks. The new denomination has Motif of Sanchi Stupa on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Bright Yellow. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour schem
The Reserve Bank of India will issue on August 25, 2017 ₹ 200 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India from select RBI offices, and some banks. The new denomination has Motif of Sanchi Stupa on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Bright Yellow. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour schem
ਅਗ 24, 2017
Reserve Bank says introduction of ₹ 200 notes will facilitate ease of transactions
Introduction of a new currency denomination and design is done keeping in consideration various factors like ease of transactions for the common man, replacement of soiled banknotes, inflation and the need for combating counterfeiting. Providing the Missing Link The optimal system of denominations of currency (coins and notes) is one that would minimize the number of denominations and concurrently increase the probability of proffering exact change. So, what should be
Introduction of a new currency denomination and design is done keeping in consideration various factors like ease of transactions for the common man, replacement of soiled banknotes, inflation and the need for combating counterfeiting. Providing the Missing Link The optimal system of denominations of currency (coins and notes) is one that would minimize the number of denominations and concurrently increase the probability of proffering exact change. So, what should be
ਅਗ 18, 2017
RBI Introduces ₹ 50 banknote in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Hampi with Chariot on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Fluorescent Blue. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 50 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series, bearing signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor, Reserve Bank of India. The new denomination has motif of Hampi with Chariot on the reverse, depicting the country’s cultural heritage. The base colour of the note is Fluorescent Blue. The note has other designs, geometric patterns aligning with the overall colour scheme, both at the obverse and reverse. All the
ਅਗ 11, 2017
RBI Clarifies On Quality Control Measures In Currency Note Printing
The process and system followed for production of Indian banknotes are at par with the best practices adopted globally. In line with the same, banknote quality is maintained well within the various tolerance parameters for dimension, placement of design, print features etc. The currency printing presses are equipped with state of the art machinery, documented systems and technically qualified personnel through which quality control is ensured at each stage of banknote
The process and system followed for production of Indian banknotes are at par with the best practices adopted globally. In line with the same, banknote quality is maintained well within the various tolerance parameters for dimension, placement of design, print features etc. The currency printing presses are equipped with state of the art machinery, documented systems and technically qualified personnel through which quality control is ensured at each stage of banknote
ਜੁਲਾ 19, 2017
Issue of ₹ 20/- banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi series-2005 with the inset letter 'S’ in the number panels, and signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel, Governor
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20/- denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series, with the inset letter 'S' in both the number panels. The design of these banknotes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 20/- banknotes in the same series issued earlier (For details- refer Press Release No. 2016-2017/678 dated September 15, 2016). All the banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 20/- issued by the Bank in the past will continue to be lega
The Reserve Bank of India will shortly issue ₹ 20/- denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi Series, with the inset letter 'S' in both the number panels. The design of these banknotes to be issued now is similar in all respects to the ₹ 20/- banknotes in the same series issued earlier (For details- refer Press Release No. 2016-2017/678 dated September 15, 2016). All the banknotes in the denomination of ₹ 20/- issued by the Bank in the past will continue to be lega
ਜੂਨ 29, 2017
Issue of ₹ 10 coin to commemorate the occasion of “150th Birth Anniversary of Shrimad Rajchandra”
The Government of India has minted the above mentioned coin which the Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation. The coin has been released by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. The design details of the coin as notified in The Gazette of India-Extraordinary- Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i) – G.S.R.641(E) dated June 23, 2017 issued by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, New Delhi are as follows— Obverse- The face of the coin shal
The Government of India has minted the above mentioned coin which the Reserve Bank of India will shortly put into circulation. The coin has been released by the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India. The design details of the coin as notified in The Gazette of India-Extraordinary- Part II-Section 3-Sub-section (i) – G.S.R.641(E) dated June 23, 2017 issued by the Ministry of Finance, Department of Economic Affairs, New Delhi are as follows— Obverse- The face of the coin shal
ਜੂਨ 13, 2017
Issue of ₹ 500 banknotes with inset letter ‘A’
In continuation of issuing of ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (new) series from time to time which are currently legal tender, a new batch of banknotes with inset letter “A” in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India; with the year of printing '2017’ on the reverse, are being issued. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to the ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which
In continuation of issuing of ₹ 500 denomination banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (new) series from time to time which are currently legal tender, a new batch of banknotes with inset letter “A” in both the number panels, bearing the signature of Dr. Urjit R. Patel Governor, Reserve Bank of India; with the year of printing '2017’ on the reverse, are being issued. The design of these notes is similar in all respects to the ₹ 500 banknotes in Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series which
ਮਈ 30, 2017
Issue of Re. 1 denomination currency notes with Rupee symbol (₹) and the inset letter ‘L’
The Reserve Bank of India will soon put into circulation currency notes in one rupee denomination. The notes have been printed by the Government of India. These currency notes are legal tender as provided in The Coinage Act 2011. The existing currency notes in this denomination in circulation will also continue to be legal tender. Dimensions and paper composition of One Rupee Currency Note as indicated in the Notification No G.S.R. 516(E) dated May 25, 2017 by the Min
The Reserve Bank of India will soon put into circulation currency notes in one rupee denomination. The notes have been printed by the Government of India. These currency notes are legal tender as provided in The Coinage Act 2011. The existing currency notes in this denomination in circulation will also continue to be legal tender. Dimensions and paper composition of One Rupee Currency Note as indicated in the Notification No G.S.R. 516(E) dated May 25, 2017 by the Min
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