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Jun 14, 2018
Change in name of “Sardar Bhiladwala Pardi People’s Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” to “SBPP Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/106 DCBR.RAD.(PCB/RCB) Cir. No.5/07.12.001/2017-18 December 7, 2017 All Commercial Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs/CCBs) Dear Sir/ Madam Change in name of “Sardar Bhiladwala Pardi People’s Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” to “SBPP Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that th
RBI/2017-18/106 DCBR.RAD.(PCB/RCB) Cir. No.5/07.12.001/2017-18 December 7, 2017 All Commercial Banks, Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) State and Central Co-operative Banks (StCBs/CCBs) Dear Sir/ Madam Change in name of “Sardar Bhiladwala Pardi People’s Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” to “SBPP Co-operative Bank Ltd., Killa Pardi, Dist. Valsad (Gujarat)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that th
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Jun 07, 2018
Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2018-19
RBI/2017-18/190 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.21/05.04.001/2017-18 June 7, 2018 The Chairman / Managing Director & CEOs All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2018-19 Please refer to our circular FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.14/05.02.001/2017-18 dated August 16, 2017 on Interest Subvention Scheme for Short-term Crop Loans 2017-18 wherein we had advised the
RBI/2017-18/190 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.21/05.04.001/2017-18 June 7, 2018 The Chairman / Managing Director & CEOs All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2018-19 Please refer to our circular FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.14/05.02.001/2017-18 dated August 16, 2017 on Interest Subvention Scheme for Short-term Crop Loans 2017-18 wherein we had advised the
Jun 07, 2018
Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Section 26A Depositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 – Operational Guidelines - Payment of Interest
RBI/2017-2018/191 DBR.DEA Fund Cell.BCNo.110/30.01.002/2017-18 June 07, 2018 The Managing Director & CEO/ Chief Executive Officers All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) Local Area Banks (LABs) Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks Small Finance Banks/Payment Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Section 26ADepositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 –Operational Guidelines - Payme
RBI/2017-2018/191 DBR.DEA Fund Cell.BCNo.110/30.01.002/2017-18 June 07, 2018 The Managing Director & CEO/ Chief Executive Officers All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) Local Area Banks (LABs) Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks Small Finance Banks/Payment Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Section 26ADepositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 –Operational Guidelines - Payme
Jun 06, 2018
Encouraging formalisation of MSME sector
RBI/2017-18/186 DBR.No.BP.BC.108/21.04.048/2017-18 June 6, 2018 All banks and NBFCs regulated by the Reserve Bank of India Madam / Dear Sir, Encouraging formalisation of MSME sector Please refer to the circular DBR.No.BP.BC.100/21.04.048/2017-18 dated February 07, 2018. 2. Having regard to the input credit linkages and ancillary affiliations, it has now been decided to temporarily allow banks and NBFCs to classify their exposure, as per the 180 days past due criterion
RBI/2017-18/186 DBR.No.BP.BC.108/21.04.048/2017-18 June 6, 2018 All banks and NBFCs regulated by the Reserve Bank of India Madam / Dear Sir, Encouraging formalisation of MSME sector Please refer to the circular DBR.No.BP.BC.100/21.04.048/2017-18 dated February 07, 2018. 2. Having regard to the input credit linkages and ancillary affiliations, it has now been decided to temporarily allow banks and NBFCs to classify their exposure, as per the 180 days past due criterion
May 31, 2018
Withdrawal of Exemptions Granted to Government Owned NBFCs
RBI/2017-18/181 DNBR (PD) CC.No.092/03.10.001/2017-18 May 31, 2018 All Government NBFCs Madam/ Sir, Withdrawal of Exemptions Granted to Government Owned NBFCs Government owned companies, as defined under Clause (45) of Section 2 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Section 617 of the Companies Act, 1956) and registered with the Reserve Bank of India as NBFCs, are currently exempt from following regulatory and statutory provisions: (i) Sections 45-IB and 45-IC of the RBI Act, 1
RBI/2017-18/181 DNBR (PD) CC.No.092/03.10.001/2017-18 May 31, 2018 All Government NBFCs Madam/ Sir, Withdrawal of Exemptions Granted to Government Owned NBFCs Government owned companies, as defined under Clause (45) of Section 2 of the Companies Act, 2013 (Section 617 of the Companies Act, 1956) and registered with the Reserve Bank of India as NBFCs, are currently exempt from following regulatory and statutory provisions: (i) Sections 45-IB and 45-IC of the RBI Act, 1
May 10, 2018
Revised guidelines on lending to Priority Sector for Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs)
RBI/2017-18/175 DCBR.BPD (PCB).Cir.No.07/09.09.002/2017-18 May 10, 2018 The Chief Executive Officer All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam Revised guidelines on lending to Priority Sector for Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) Please refer to our circular UBD.CO.BPD.(PCB).MC.No.18/09.09.001/2013-14 dated October 8, 2013 on the captioned subject and amendments thereto from time to time, consolidated in Master Circular DCBR.BPD.(PCB).MC.No:11/09.
RBI/2017-18/175 DCBR.BPD (PCB).Cir.No.07/09.09.002/2017-18 May 10, 2018 The Chief Executive Officer All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam Revised guidelines on lending to Priority Sector for Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) Please refer to our circular UBD.CO.BPD.(PCB).MC.No.18/09.09.001/2013-14 dated October 8, 2013 on the captioned subject and amendments thereto from time to time, consolidated in Master Circular DCBR.BPD.(PCB).MC.No:11/09.
Apr 12, 2018
Cassette - Swaps in ATMs
RBI/2017-18/162 DCM (Plg.) No. 3641/10.25.007/2017-18 April 12, 2018 The Chairman and Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer All Banks Dear Sir, Cassette - Swaps in ATMs As stated in para 15 of the monetary policy statement dated October 04, 2016, the Bank had constituted a Committee on Currency Movement (CCM) [Chair: Shri D.K. Mohanty, Executive Director] to review the entire gamut of security of the treasure in transit. The recommendations of the Committee have
RBI/2017-18/162 DCM (Plg.) No. 3641/10.25.007/2017-18 April 12, 2018 The Chairman and Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer All Banks Dear Sir, Cassette - Swaps in ATMs As stated in para 15 of the monetary policy statement dated October 04, 2016, the Bank had constituted a Committee on Currency Movement (CCM) [Chair: Shri D.K. Mohanty, Executive Director] to review the entire gamut of security of the treasure in transit. The recommendations of the Committee have
Apr 12, 2018
Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes
RBI/2017-18/160 DGBA.GBD. 2573/15.02.005/2017-18 April 12, 2018 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GBD.1781/15.02.005/2017-18 dated January 11, 2018 on the above subject. The Government of India, has vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated March 28, 2018 has stated that the interest rates on Small Savings Schemes for th
RBI/2017-18/160 DGBA.GBD. 2573/15.02.005/2017-18 April 12, 2018 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GBD.1781/15.02.005/2017-18 dated January 11, 2018 on the above subject. The Government of India, has vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated March 28, 2018 has stated that the interest rates on Small Savings Schemes for th
Apr 12, 2018
Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) for Resident Individuals – daily reporting of transactions
RBI/2017-18/161 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 23 April 12, 2018 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) for Resident Individuals – daily reporting of transactions Please refer to the announcement made in para 10 of Part II of the First Bi Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2018-19 dated April 05, 2018. 2. Currently, transactions under Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) are being permitted by AD banks based on the de
RBI/2017-18/161 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 23 April 12, 2018 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) for Resident Individuals – daily reporting of transactions Please refer to the announcement made in para 10 of Part II of the First Bi Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2018-19 dated April 05, 2018. 2. Currently, transactions under Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) are being permitted by AD banks based on the de
Apr 06, 2018
Action Points for Lead Banks on Enhancing the Effectiveness of Lead District Managers (LDMs)
RBI/2017-2018/156 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.20/02.01.001/2017-18 April 6, 2018 The Chairmen/Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Madam/ Dear Sir, Action Points for Lead Banks on Enhancing the Effectiveness of Lead District Managers (LDMs) As you are aware, the Lead Bank Scheme was last reviewed by the “High Level Committee” under Smt Usha Thorat, then Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India, as the Chairperson in 2009. In view of changes that have taken
RBI/2017-2018/156 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.20/02.01.001/2017-18 April 6, 2018 The Chairmen/Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Madam/ Dear Sir, Action Points for Lead Banks on Enhancing the Effectiveness of Lead District Managers (LDMs) As you are aware, the Lead Bank Scheme was last reviewed by the “High Level Committee” under Smt Usha Thorat, then Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India, as the Chairperson in 2009. In view of changes that have taken
Apr 06, 2018
Cash Management activities of the banks Standards for engaging the Service Provider and its sub-contractor
RBI/2017-18/152 DCM (Plg) No.3563/10.25.07/2017-18 April 06, 2018 The Chairman / Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer, Public Sector Banks / Private Sector Banks / Foreign Banks / Regional Rural Banks / Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks. Madam / Dear Sir, Cash Management activities of the banks Standards for engaging the Service Provider and its sub-contractor It was announced vide para 11 of the
RBI/2017-18/152 DCM (Plg) No.3563/10.25.07/2017-18 April 06, 2018 The Chairman / Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer, Public Sector Banks / Private Sector Banks / Foreign Banks / Regional Rural Banks / Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks. Madam / Dear Sir, Cash Management activities of the banks Standards for engaging the Service Provider and its sub-contractor It was announced vide para 11 of the
Apr 06, 2018
Prohibition on dealing in Virtual Currencies (VCs)
RBI/2017-18/154 DBR.No.BP.BC.104 /08.13.102/2017-18 April 6, 2018 All Commercial and Co-operative Banks /Payments Banks/Small Finance Banks / NBFCs / Payment System Providers Madam / Dear Sir, Prohibition on dealing in Virtual Currencies (VCs) Reserve Bank has repeatedly through its public notices on December 24, 2013, February 01, 2017 and December 05, 2017, cautioned users, holders and traders of virtual currencies, including Bitcoins, regarding various risks associ
RBI/2017-18/154 DBR.No.BP.BC.104 /08.13.102/2017-18 April 6, 2018 All Commercial and Co-operative Banks /Payments Banks/Small Finance Banks / NBFCs / Payment System Providers Madam / Dear Sir, Prohibition on dealing in Virtual Currencies (VCs) Reserve Bank has repeatedly through its public notices on December 24, 2013, February 01, 2017 and December 05, 2017, cautioned users, holders and traders of virtual currencies, including Bitcoins, regarding various risks associ
Apr 06, 2018
Revamp of Lead Bank Scheme - Action Points for SLBC Convenor Banks/ Lead Banks
RBI/2017-2018/155 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.19/02.01.001/2017-18 April 6, 2018 The Chairmen/Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All SLBC Convenor Banks/ Lead Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Revamp of Lead Bank Scheme - Action Points for SLBC Convenor Banks/ Lead Banks As you are aware, the Lead Bank Scheme (LBS) was last reviewed by the “High Level Committee” under Smt Usha Thorat, then Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India as the Chairperson in 2009. In view of changes that
RBI/2017-2018/155 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.19/02.01.001/2017-18 April 6, 2018 The Chairmen/Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All SLBC Convenor Banks/ Lead Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Revamp of Lead Bank Scheme - Action Points for SLBC Convenor Banks/ Lead Banks As you are aware, the Lead Bank Scheme (LBS) was last reviewed by the “High Level Committee” under Smt Usha Thorat, then Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India as the Chairperson in 2009. In view of changes that
Mar 23, 2018
Implementation of UNSCR 2397 (2017), pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)
RBI/2017-18/143 DBR.AML.No.8528/14.06.056/2017-18 March 23, 2018 All Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Implementation of UNSCR 2397 (2017), pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Please find enclosed a copy of the ‘Order’ issued by Ministry of External Affairs dated March 5, 2018, published in the Gazette of India on implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2397 (2017) on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. 2. Regulated Ent
RBI/2017-18/143 DBR.AML.No.8528/14.06.056/2017-18 March 23, 2018 All Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Implementation of UNSCR 2397 (2017), pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Please find enclosed a copy of the ‘Order’ issued by Ministry of External Affairs dated March 5, 2018, published in the Gazette of India on implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2397 (2017) on Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. 2. Regulated Ent
Mar 13, 2018
Discontinuance of Letters of Undertaking (LoUs) and Letters of Comfort (LoCs) for Trade Credits
RBI/2017-18/139 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 20 March 13, 2018 All Authorised Dealer Category – I Banks Madam/ Sir Discontinuance of Letters of Undertaking (LoUs) and Letters of Comfort (LoCs) for Trade Credits Attention of Authorised Dealer Category - I (AD Category - I) banks is invited to paragraph 2 of A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 24 dated November 1, 2004 and paragraph No. 5.5 of Master Direction No.5 dated January 1, 2016 on ‘External Commercial Borrowings,
RBI/2017-18/139 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 20 March 13, 2018 All Authorised Dealer Category – I Banks Madam/ Sir Discontinuance of Letters of Undertaking (LoUs) and Letters of Comfort (LoCs) for Trade Credits Attention of Authorised Dealer Category - I (AD Category - I) banks is invited to paragraph 2 of A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 24 dated November 1, 2004 and paragraph No. 5.5 of Master Direction No.5 dated January 1, 2016 on ‘External Commercial Borrowings,
Mar 01, 2018
Priority Sector Lending – Targets and Classification
RBI/2017-18/135 FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.18/04.09.01/2017-18 March 01, 2018 The Chairman/ Managing Director & CEOs All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Priority Sector Lending – Targets and Classification Please refer to the revised priority sector guidelines issued to banks vide FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.54/04.09.01/2014-15 circular dated April 23, 2015. It was stipulated therein under Para (II) (i) that the sub-targets for lending to small and marginal farmers and micro
RBI/2017-18/135 FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.18/04.09.01/2017-18 March 01, 2018 The Chairman/ Managing Director & CEOs All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Priority Sector Lending – Targets and Classification Please refer to the revised priority sector guidelines issued to banks vide FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.54/04.09.01/2014-15 circular dated April 23, 2015. It was stipulated therein under Para (II) (i) that the sub-targets for lending to small and marginal farmers and micro
Mar 01, 2018
Review of Currency Distribution & Exchange Scheme (CDES)
RBI/2017-18/136 DCM (CC) No. 3071/03.41.01/2017-18 March 01, 2018 The Chairman & Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer, All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Review of Currency Distribution & Exchange Scheme (CDES) Please refer to the announcement made in Part B of the Bi-Monthly Review of Monetary Policy dated February 7, 2018. The RBI has been providing several incentives to banks, from time to time for installation of various machines by them to encourage techn
RBI/2017-18/136 DCM (CC) No. 3071/03.41.01/2017-18 March 01, 2018 The Chairman & Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer, All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Review of Currency Distribution & Exchange Scheme (CDES) Please refer to the announcement made in Part B of the Bi-Monthly Review of Monetary Policy dated February 7, 2018. The RBI has been providing several incentives to banks, from time to time for installation of various machines by them to encourage techn
Feb 23, 2018
Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 - Appointment of the Nodal Officer/Principal Nodal Officer
RBI/2017-18/133 DNBR.PD.CC.No 091/03.10.001/2017-18 February 23, 2018 All NBFCs Madam/ Dear Sir, Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 - Appointment of the Nodal Officer/Principal Nodal Officer The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has brought into operation today the Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 (The Scheme). The Scheme is available on the RBI website /en/web/rbi. The Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) that are covere
RBI/2017-18/133 DNBR.PD.CC.No 091/03.10.001/2017-18 February 23, 2018 All NBFCs Madam/ Dear Sir, Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 - Appointment of the Nodal Officer/Principal Nodal Officer The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has brought into operation today the Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 (The Scheme). The Scheme is available on the RBI website /en/web/rbi. The Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) that are covere
Feb 23, 2018
Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018
DEPUTY GOVERNOR Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 NOTIFICATION Ref.CEPD.PRS.No.3590/13.01.004/2017-18 February 23, 2018 In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 45L of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) being satisfied that for the purpose of enabling it to promote conducive credit culture among the Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and to regulate the credit system of the country to its advantage,
DEPUTY GOVERNOR Ombudsman Scheme for Non-Banking Financial Companies, 2018 NOTIFICATION Ref.CEPD.PRS.No.3590/13.01.004/2017-18 February 23, 2018 In exercise of the powers conferred by Section 45L of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) being satisfied that for the purpose of enabling it to promote conducive credit culture among the Non Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and to regulate the credit system of the country to its advantage,
Feb 15, 2018
Acceptance of coins
RBI/2017-18/132 DCM (RMMT) No.2945/11.37.01/2017-18 February 15, 2018 The Chairman and Managing Director / The Managing Director/ The Chief Executive Officer All Banks Dear Sir Acceptance of coins We invite a reference to Paragraph 1 (d) of our Master Circular DCM (NE) No. G - 1/08.07.18/2017-18 dated July 03, 2017 on Facility for Exchange of Notes and Coins where it was advised that none of the bank branches should refuse to accept small denomination notes and / or c
RBI/2017-18/132 DCM (RMMT) No.2945/11.37.01/2017-18 February 15, 2018 The Chairman and Managing Director / The Managing Director/ The Chief Executive Officer All Banks Dear Sir Acceptance of coins We invite a reference to Paragraph 1 (d) of our Master Circular DCM (NE) No. G - 1/08.07.18/2017-18 dated July 03, 2017 on Facility for Exchange of Notes and Coins where it was advised that none of the bank branches should refuse to accept small denomination notes and / or c
Feb 09, 2018
Levy of Penal Interest – Delayed Reporting
RBI/2017-18/130 DCM (CC) No. 2885/03.35.01/2017-18 February 9, 2018 1. The Chairman & Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer (All Banks having currency chests) 2. The Director Treasuries (State Governments) Madam / Dear Sir, Levy of Penal Interest – Delayed Reporting Please refer to our Master Direction DCM (CC) No.G-2/03.35.01/2017-18 dated October 12, 2017 on captioned subject. 2. Presently, penal interest is levied for all cases where the bank has enjoyed
RBI/2017-18/130 DCM (CC) No. 2885/03.35.01/2017-18 February 9, 2018 1. The Chairman & Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer (All Banks having currency chests) 2. The Director Treasuries (State Governments) Madam / Dear Sir, Levy of Penal Interest – Delayed Reporting Please refer to our Master Direction DCM (CC) No.G-2/03.35.01/2017-18 dated October 12, 2017 on captioned subject. 2. Presently, penal interest is levied for all cases where the bank has enjoyed
Feb 07, 2018
Relief for MSME Borrowers registered under Goods and Services Tax (GST)
RBI/2017-18/129 DBR.No.BP.BC.100/21.04.048/2017-18 February 07, 2018 All banks and NBFCs regulated by the Reserve Bank of India Madam / Dear Sir, Relief for MSME Borrowers registered under Goods and Services Tax (GST) Presently, banks and NBFCs in India generally classify a loan account as Non-Performing Asset (NPA) based on 90 day and 120 day delinquency norms, respectively. It has been represented to us that formalisation of business through registration under GST h
RBI/2017-18/129 DBR.No.BP.BC.100/21.04.048/2017-18 February 07, 2018 All banks and NBFCs regulated by the Reserve Bank of India Madam / Dear Sir, Relief for MSME Borrowers registered under Goods and Services Tax (GST) Presently, banks and NBFCs in India generally classify a loan account as Non-Performing Asset (NPA) based on 90 day and 120 day delinquency norms, respectively. It has been represented to us that formalisation of business through registration under GST h
Feb 01, 2018
Small Saving Schemes – Payment of Agency Commission
RBI/2017-18/127 DGBA.GBD.No.1972/15.02.005/2017-18 February 01, 2018 All Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir / Madam Small Saving Schemes – Payment of Agency Commission Please refer to Government of India Notification F. No. 7/10/2014-NS dated October 10, 2017, wherein, all Public Sector Banks, ICICI Bank Ltd., Axis Bank Ltd., and HDFC Bank Ltd., were authorised to receive subscriptions under National Saving Time Deposit Scheme, 1981, National Saving (
RBI/2017-18/127 DGBA.GBD.No.1972/15.02.005/2017-18 February 01, 2018 All Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir / Madam Small Saving Schemes – Payment of Agency Commission Please refer to Government of India Notification F. No. 7/10/2014-NS dated October 10, 2017, wherein, all Public Sector Banks, ICICI Bank Ltd., Axis Bank Ltd., and HDFC Bank Ltd., were authorised to receive subscriptions under National Saving Time Deposit Scheme, 1981, National Saving (
Jan 18, 2018
Formation of new districts in the State of Assam - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2017-18/122 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.2195/02.08.001/2017-18 January 18, 2018 The Chairmen & Managing Directors/ Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of Assam - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Assam vide Gazette Notifications dated January 25, 2016, February 26, 2016 and August 5, 2016 had notified the creation of eight new districts in the State of Assam. It has been decided to assign
RBI/2017-18/122 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.2195/02.08.001/2017-18 January 18, 2018 The Chairmen & Managing Directors/ Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of Assam - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Assam vide Gazette Notifications dated January 25, 2016, February 26, 2016 and August 5, 2016 had notified the creation of eight new districts in the State of Assam. It has been decided to assign
Jan 11, 2018
Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes
RBI/2017-18/120 DGBA.GBD.1781/15.02.005/2017-18 January 11, 2018 All Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GBD.954/15.02.005/2017-18 dated October 12, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated December 27, 2017 advised the rate of interest on various small savings schemes for the fourth quarter of the fina
RBI/2017-18/120 DGBA.GBD.1781/15.02.005/2017-18 January 11, 2018 All Agency Banks handling Small Saving Schemes Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GBD.954/15.02.005/2017-18 dated October 12, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated December 27, 2017 advised the rate of interest on various small savings schemes for the fourth quarter of the fina
Jan 01, 2018
Cessation of 8 percent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds 2003
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs Budget Division, (W&M Section) New Delhi, January 01, 2018 Notification Cessation of 8 percent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds 2003 No.F.4(10)-W&M/2003 : The Government of India, hereby notifies that the 8 percent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003 as per Notification F.4(10)-W&M/2003, dated March 21, 2003 shall cease for subscription with effect from the close of business on Tuesday, the 2n
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs Budget Division, (W&M Section) New Delhi, January 01, 2018 Notification Cessation of 8 percent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds 2003 No.F.4(10)-W&M/2003 : The Government of India, hereby notifies that the 8 percent GoI Savings (Taxable) Bonds, 2003 as per Notification F.4(10)-W&M/2003, dated March 21, 2003 shall cease for subscription with effect from the close of business on Tuesday, the 2n
Dec 21, 2017
Prompt implementation of Governments’ instructions by agency banks
RBI/2017-18/111 DGBA.GBD/1616/15.02.005/2017-18 December 21, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Prompt implementation of Governments’ instructions by agency banks It is brought to our notice that some agency banks are not adhering to instructions/ notifications issued by Government (Central as well as States) promptly by stating that further communications have not been received by them from RBI. 2. In this connection, all agency banks are advised to scrupulously
RBI/2017-18/111 DGBA.GBD/1616/15.02.005/2017-18 December 21, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Prompt implementation of Governments’ instructions by agency banks It is brought to our notice that some agency banks are not adhering to instructions/ notifications issued by Government (Central as well as States) promptly by stating that further communications have not been received by them from RBI. 2. In this connection, all agency banks are advised to scrupulously
Dec 14, 2017
Customer Protection - Limiting Liability of Customers of Co-operative Banks in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions
RBI/2017-18/109 DCBR.BPD.(PCB/RCB).Cir.No.06/12.05.001/2017-18 December 14, 2017 The Chief Executive OfficerAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/All State Co-operative Banks/All District Central Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Customer Protection - Limiting Liability of Customers of Co-operative Banks in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions Please refer to our circular UBD.BSD.I/PCB/No.45/12.05.00/2001-02 dated May 30, 2002 and para 13 of circular RPCD.
RBI/2017-18/109 DCBR.BPD.(PCB/RCB).Cir.No.06/12.05.001/2017-18 December 14, 2017 The Chief Executive OfficerAll Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/All State Co-operative Banks/All District Central Co-operative Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Customer Protection - Limiting Liability of Customers of Co-operative Banks in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions Please refer to our circular UBD.BSD.I/PCB/No.45/12.05.00/2001-02 dated May 30, 2002 and para 13 of circular RPCD.
Dec 07, 2017
Settlement of Agency transactions in certain cases (for Funds and Agency Commission) directly from Reserve Bank of India
RBI/2017-18/107 DGBA.GBD.No-1498/31.02.007/2017-18 December 7, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer/ Agency Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Settlement of Agency transactions in certain cases (for Funds and Agency Commission) directly from Reserve Bank of India As per the existing arrangements in certain states, in certain cases, some agency banks are routing their agency transactions of state governments through another agency bank, that acts as an aggr
RBI/2017-18/107 DGBA.GBD.No-1498/31.02.007/2017-18 December 7, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer/ Agency Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Settlement of Agency transactions in certain cases (for Funds and Agency Commission) directly from Reserve Bank of India As per the existing arrangements in certain states, in certain cases, some agency banks are routing their agency transactions of state governments through another agency bank, that acts as an aggr
Dec 06, 2017
Rationalisation of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for Debit Card Transactions
RBI/2017-18/105 DPSS.CO.PD No. 1633/02.14.003/2017-18 December 06, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive OfficersAll Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks /State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks /Payment Banks and Small Finance Banks /All Card Network Providers Dear Madam / Sir, Rationalisation of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for Debit Card Transactions Please refer to paragraph 1 of Statement
RBI/2017-18/105 DPSS.CO.PD No. 1633/02.14.003/2017-18 December 06, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive OfficersAll Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks /State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks /Payment Banks and Small Finance Banks /All Card Network Providers Dear Madam / Sir, Rationalisation of Merchant Discount Rate (MDR) for Debit Card Transactions Please refer to paragraph 1 of Statement
Nov 30, 2017
Reporting of Transactions by agency banks to RBI
RBI/2017-18/103 DGBA.GBD.1472/31.02.007/2017-18 November 30, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir Reporting of Transactions by agency banks to RBI It has been brought to our notice that some agency banks are reporting government transactions after considerable delay and along with the current transactions to RBI, without taking necessary authorisation from the concerned government departments. 2. As per the extant instructions, state government transactions (electronic as w
RBI/2017-18/103 DGBA.GBD.1472/31.02.007/2017-18 November 30, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir Reporting of Transactions by agency banks to RBI It has been brought to our notice that some agency banks are reporting government transactions after considerable delay and along with the current transactions to RBI, without taking necessary authorisation from the concerned government departments. 2. As per the extant instructions, state government transactions (electronic as w
Nov 23, 2017
Inclusion of “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/91 DBR.No.Ret.BC.97/12.07.150/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Inclusion of “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.NBD.(SFB-UMFL).No.2689/16.13.216/2017-2018 dated October 4, 2017 and published in the Gazette
RBI/2017-18/91 DBR.No.Ret.BC.97/12.07.150/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Inclusion of “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.NBD.(SFB-UMFL).No.2689/16.13.216/2017-2018 dated October 4, 2017 and published in the Gazette
Nov 23, 2017
Special Deposit Scheme (SDS)-1975 Payment of interest for calendar year 2017
RBI/2017-18/100 DGBA.GBD.No.1387/15.01.001/2017-18 November 23, 2017 The Chairman/Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer/ Agency Banks Handling the Special Deposit Scheme 1975 Dear Sir Special Deposit Scheme (SDS)-1975 Payment of interest for calendar year 2017 We want to inform that gazette notifications related to interest rates for SDS 1975 are available in Government of India website viz. egazette.nic.in which can be perused for guidance. You may please ensure
RBI/2017-18/100 DGBA.GBD.No.1387/15.01.001/2017-18 November 23, 2017 The Chairman/Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer/ Agency Banks Handling the Special Deposit Scheme 1975 Dear Sir Special Deposit Scheme (SDS)-1975 Payment of interest for calendar year 2017 We want to inform that gazette notifications related to interest rates for SDS 1975 are available in Government of India website viz. egazette.nic.in which can be perused for guidance. You may please ensure
Nov 16, 2017
Implementation of UNSCR 2356 (2017), UNSCR 2371(2017) and UNSCR 2375 (2017) pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK)
RBI/2017-18/94 DBR.AML.No.4802/14.06.056/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Implementation of UNSCR 2356 (2017), UNSCR 2371(2017) and UNSCR 2375 (2017) pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Please find enclosed a copy of the ‘Order’ issued by Ministry of External Affairs dated October 31, 2017, published in the Gazette of India on implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2356 (2017), 2371(2017) an
RBI/2017-18/94 DBR.AML.No.4802/14.06.056/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Implementation of UNSCR 2356 (2017), UNSCR 2371(2017) and UNSCR 2375 (2017) pertaining to Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) Please find enclosed a copy of the ‘Order’ issued by Ministry of External Affairs dated October 31, 2017, published in the Gazette of India on implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolutions 2356 (2017), 2371(2017) an
Nov 16, 2017
Agency Commission for GST receipt transactions
RBI/2017-18/95 DGBA.GBD.No.1324/31.02.007/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam Agency Commission for GST receipt transactions Please refer to Para 15 of our Master Circular on Conduct of Government Business by Agency Banks - Payment of Agency Commission dated July 01, 2017 related to claiming of agency commission. 2. After implementation of GST framework, it was decided to modify paragraph 15 of the captioned Master Circular. The modified paragr
RBI/2017-18/95 DGBA.GBD.No.1324/31.02.007/2017-18 November 16, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam Agency Commission for GST receipt transactions Please refer to Para 15 of our Master Circular on Conduct of Government Business by Agency Banks - Payment of Agency Commission dated July 01, 2017 related to claiming of agency commission. 2. After implementation of GST framework, it was decided to modify paragraph 15 of the captioned Master Circular. The modified paragr
Nov 09, 2017
Directions on Managing Risks and Code of Conduct in Outsourcing of Financial Services by NBFCs
RBI/2017-18/87 DNBR.PD.CC.No.090/03.10.001/2017-18 November 09, 2017 To All Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), Madam/ Sir, Directions on Managing Risks and Code of Conduct in Outsourcing of Financial Services by NBFCs In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 45 L of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Reserve Bank of India after being satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest so to do and with a view to put in place necess
RBI/2017-18/87 DNBR.PD.CC.No.090/03.10.001/2017-18 November 09, 2017 To All Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), Madam/ Sir, Directions on Managing Risks and Code of Conduct in Outsourcing of Financial Services by NBFCs In exercise of the powers conferred under Section 45 L of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, the Reserve Bank of India after being satisfied that it is necessary and expedient in the public interest so to do and with a view to put in place necess
Nov 09, 2017
Exclusion of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/85 DBR.No.Ret.BC.95/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Exclusion of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” has been excluded from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.2223/23.13.127/ 2017-18 dated September 05, 2017, and published in the Gazette of In
RBI/2017-18/85 DBR.No.Ret.BC.95/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Exclusion of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” has been excluded from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.2223/23.13.127/ 2017-18 dated September 05, 2017, and published in the Gazette of In
Nov 09, 2017
Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies - October 4, 2017- Banking Facility for Senior Citizens and Differently abled Persons
RBI/2017-18/89 DBR.No.Leg.BC.96/09.07.005/2017-18 November 9, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies - October 4, 2017-Banking Facility for Senior Citizens and Differently abled Persons Please refer to Paragraph 8 of Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies, released by Reserve Bank of India on October 4, 2017 as part of Fourth Bi-month
RBI/2017-18/89 DBR.No.Leg.BC.96/09.07.005/2017-18 November 9, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies - October 4, 2017-Banking Facility for Senior Citizens and Differently abled Persons Please refer to Paragraph 8 of Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies, released by Reserve Bank of India on October 4, 2017 as part of Fourth Bi-month
Nov 09, 2017
Cessation of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” as a banking company within the meaning of sub –section (2) of Section 36 (A) of Banking Regulation Act, 1949
RBI/2017-18/84 DBR.No.Ret.BC.94/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Cessation of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” as a banking company within the meaning of sub –section (2) of Section 36 (A) of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 We advise that the “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” has ceased to be a banking company within the meaning of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.2224/23.13.127/ 2017-18 dated
RBI/2017-18/84 DBR.No.Ret.BC.94/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Cessation of “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” as a banking company within the meaning of sub –section (2) of Section 36 (A) of Banking Regulation Act, 1949 We advise that the “Commonwealth Bank of Australia” has ceased to be a banking company within the meaning of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.2224/23.13.127/ 2017-18 dated
Nov 09, 2017
Inclusion of “Au Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/86 DBR.No.Ret.BC.93/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Au Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Au Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.NBD.(SFB-AFL).No.2689/16.13.216/2017-18 dated September 18, 2017 and published in the Gazette of
RBI/2017-18/86 DBR.No.Ret.BC.93/12.07.150/2017-18 November 09, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Au Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Au Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.NBD.(SFB-AFL).No.2689/16.13.216/2017-18 dated September 18, 2017 and published in the Gazette of
Nov 02, 2017
Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for large corporate borrowers
RBI/2017-18/82 DBR.No.BP.BC.92/21.04.048/2017-18 November 02, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks), All India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, SIDBI, NHB, NABARD), Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for large corporate borrowers The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code is conceived as a key measure to improve the quality and accuracy of financial data systems for better risk man
RBI/2017-18/82 DBR.No.BP.BC.92/21.04.048/2017-18 November 02, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks), All India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, SIDBI, NHB, NABARD), Local Area Banks, Small Finance Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for large corporate borrowers The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code is conceived as a key measure to improve the quality and accuracy of financial data systems for better risk man
Oct 25, 2017
Amendment to Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme, Notification No.4 (25)-W&M/2017
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs New Delhi, dated the October 25, 2017 NOTIFICATION Amendment to Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme, Notification No.4 (25)-W&M/2017 1. GSR — In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (iii) of section 3 of the Government Securities Act, 2006 (38 of 2006), the Central Government hereby amends the conditions specified in clause 13 of the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme notified vide Notification No. F.4 (2
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs New Delhi, dated the October 25, 2017 NOTIFICATION Amendment to Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme, Notification No.4 (25)-W&M/2017 1. GSR — In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (iii) of section 3 of the Government Securities Act, 2006 (38 of 2006), the Central Government hereby amends the conditions specified in clause 13 of the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme notified vide Notification No. F.4 (2
Oct 18, 2017
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) - Aajeevika - Interest Subvention Scheme
RBI/2017-18/80 FIDD.GSSD.CO.BC.No.17/09.01.03/2017-18 October 18, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director Public and Private Sector Banks (As per list in Annexure II) Dear Sir / Madam, Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) - Aajeevika - Interest Subvention Scheme Please refer to our circular FIDD.GSSD.CO.BC.NO.13/09.01.03/2016-17 dated August 25, 2016 on Interest Subvention Scheme under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Liv
RBI/2017-18/80 FIDD.GSSD.CO.BC.No.17/09.01.03/2017-18 October 18, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director Public and Private Sector Banks (As per list in Annexure II) Dear Sir / Madam, Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM) - Aajeevika - Interest Subvention Scheme Please refer to our circular FIDD.GSSD.CO.BC.NO.13/09.01.03/2016-17 dated August 25, 2016 on Interest Subvention Scheme under Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana - National Rural Liv
Oct 17, 2017
Gold Monetisation Scheme, 2015
RBI/2017-18/79 DGBA.GBD.No.1007/15.04.001/2017-18 October 17, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetisation Scheme, 2015 Please refer to DGBA circular DGBA.GAD.No.2294/15.04.001/2016-17 dated March 6, 2017 read with RBI Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22, 2015 (updated up to March 31, 2016) on the above subject. 2. It has been decided that reimbursement of payments made by banks, relating to Medium and Long Term Government De
RBI/2017-18/79 DGBA.GBD.No.1007/15.04.001/2017-18 October 17, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetisation Scheme, 2015 Please refer to DGBA circular DGBA.GAD.No.2294/15.04.001/2016-17 dated March 6, 2017 read with RBI Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22, 2015 (updated up to March 31, 2016) on the above subject. 2. It has been decided that reimbursement of payments made by banks, relating to Medium and Long Term Government De
Oct 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bonds Scheme, Operational Guidelines
RBI/2017-18/72 IDMD.CDD.No.927/14.04.050/2017-18 October 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds Scheme, Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(25)-B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/20
RBI/2017-18/72 IDMD.CDD.No.927/14.04.050/2017-18 October 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds Scheme, Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(25)-B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/20
Oct 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme
RBI/2017-18/71 IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/2017-18 October 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks, (Excluding RRBs) Designated Post Offices Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(25)-B/(W&M)/2017 dated October 06, 2017 announced that the Sovereign Gold Bo
RBI/2017-18/71 IDMD.CDD.No.929/14.04.050/2017-18 October 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks, (Excluding RRBs) Designated Post Offices Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(25)-B/(W&M)/2017 dated October 06, 2017 announced that the Sovereign Gold Bo
Sep 21, 2017
Priority Sector Lending - Targets and Classification: Lending to non-corporate farmers – System wide average of last three years
RBI/2017-18/61 FIDD.CO.Plan.BC 16/04.09.01/2017-18 September 21, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director Chief Executive Officer [All Domestic Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks & Small Finance Banks)] Dear Sir/ Madam, Priority Sector Lending - Targets and Classification: Lending to non-corporate farmers – System wide average of last three years It was communicated vide our Circular No. FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.08/04.09.01/2015-16 dated July 16, 2015 o
RBI/2017-18/61 FIDD.CO.Plan.BC 16/04.09.01/2017-18 September 21, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director Chief Executive Officer [All Domestic Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks & Small Finance Banks)] Dear Sir/ Madam, Priority Sector Lending - Targets and Classification: Lending to non-corporate farmers – System wide average of last three years It was communicated vide our Circular No. FIDD.CO.Plan.BC.08/04.09.01/2015-16 dated July 16, 2015 o
Sep 21, 2017
Inclusion of “Suryoday Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/62 DBR.No.Ret.BC.87/12.07.150/2017-18 September 21, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Inclusion of “Suryoday Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Suryoday Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification No.DBR.NBD.(SFB-Suryoday).No. 766/16.13.216/2017-18 dated July 24, 2017 and published in the G
RBI/2017-18/62 DBR.No.Ret.BC.87/12.07.150/2017-18 September 21, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Inclusion of “Suryoday Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Suryoday Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification No.DBR.NBD.(SFB-Suryoday).No. 766/16.13.216/2017-18 dated July 24, 2017 and published in the G
Sep 21, 2017
Formation of new districts in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2017-18/60 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.15/02.08.001/2017-18 September 21, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of West Bengal vide Gazette Notification dated March 20, 2017 had notified the creation of a new district “Jhargram” with effect from April 4, 2017 and by Gazette Notification dated March 24, 20
RBI/2017-18/60 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.15/02.08.001/2017-18 September 21, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors/Chief Executive Officers All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of West Bengal vide Gazette Notification dated March 20, 2017 had notified the creation of a new district “Jhargram” with effect from April 4, 2017 and by Gazette Notification dated March 24, 20
Sep 21, 2017
Change in name of “Gopinath Patil Parsik Janata Sahakari Bank, Ltd., Thane ” to “GP Parsik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Kalwa, Thane “ in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India,1934
RBI/2017-18/59 DCBR.RAD. (PCB/RCB) Cir. No. 4/07.12.001/2017-18 September 21, 2017 All Co-operative Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Change in name of “Gopinath Patil Parsik Janata Sahakari Bank, Ltd., Thane ” to “GP Parsik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Kalwa, Thane “ in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India,1934 We advise that the name of “Gopinath Patil Parsik Janata Sahakari Bank, Ltd., Thane” has been changed to “GP Parsik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Kalwa, Thane“ in the Second Sched
RBI/2017-18/59 DCBR.RAD. (PCB/RCB) Cir. No. 4/07.12.001/2017-18 September 21, 2017 All Co-operative Banks Dear Sir/ Madam Change in name of “Gopinath Patil Parsik Janata Sahakari Bank, Ltd., Thane ” to “GP Parsik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Kalwa, Thane “ in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India,1934 We advise that the name of “Gopinath Patil Parsik Janata Sahakari Bank, Ltd., Thane” has been changed to “GP Parsik Sahakari Bank Ltd, Kalwa, Thane“ in the Second Sched
Sep 14, 2017
Inclusion of “Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/56 DBR.No.Ret.BC.86/12.07.150/2017-18 September 14, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.855/23.13.014/2017-18 dated July 26, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part III -
RBI/2017-18/56 DBR.No.Ret.BC.86/12.07.150/2017-18 September 14, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Emirates NBD Bank (P.J.S.C)” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.855/23.13.014/2017-18 dated July 26, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part III -
Sep 07, 2017
Alteration in the name of "National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC" to "First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/53 DBR.No.Ret.BC.84/12.07.150/2017-18 September 7, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Alteration in the name of "National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC" to "First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC" has been changed to "First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DBR.IBD.No.94/23.1
RBI/2017-18/53 DBR.No.Ret.BC.84/12.07.150/2017-18 September 7, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Alteration in the name of "National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC" to "First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "National Bank of Abu Dhabi PJSC" has been changed to "First Abu Dhabi Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DBR.IBD.No.94/23.1
Sep 07, 2017
Inclusion of “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/54 DBR.No.Ret.BC.85/12.07.150/2017-18 September 07, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.PSBD.No.467/16.02.006/2017-18 dated July 3, 2017 and published in the Gazette of India
RBI/2017-18/54 DBR.No.Ret.BC.85/12.07.150/2017-18 September 07, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.PSBD.No.467/16.02.006/2017-18 dated July 3, 2017 and published in the Gazette of India
Sep 07, 2017
Inclusion of “Qatar National Bank SAQ” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/52 DBR.No.Ret.BC.83/12.07.150/2017-18 September 07, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Qatar National Bank SAQ” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Qatar National Bank SAQ” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.18/23.03.032/2017-18 dated July 05, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4
RBI/2017-18/52 DBR.No.Ret.BC.83/12.07.150/2017-18 September 07, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Inclusion of “Qatar National Bank SAQ” in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Qatar National Bank SAQ” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.18/23.03.032/2017-18 dated July 05, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Section 4
Aug 16, 2017
Interest Subvention Scheme for Short Term Crop Loans during the year 2017-18
RBI/2017-18/48 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.14/05.02.001/2017-18 August 16, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director & CEOs All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Dear Sir: Interest Subvention Scheme for Short Term Crop Loans during the year 2017-18 Please refer to our circular FIDD CO.FSD.BC.No.29/05.02.001/2016-17 dated May 25, 2017 conveying continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme on the interim basis. In this regard, it is advised that Governmen
RBI/2017-18/48 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.14/05.02.001/2017-18 August 16, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director & CEOs All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Dear Sir: Interest Subvention Scheme for Short Term Crop Loans during the year 2017-18 Please refer to our circular FIDD CO.FSD.BC.No.29/05.02.001/2016-17 dated May 25, 2017 conveying continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme on the interim basis. In this regard, it is advised that Governmen
Aug 10, 2017
Reserve Bank Commercial Paper Directions, 2017
RBI/2017-18/43 FMRD.DIRD.2/14.01.002/2017-18 August 10, 2017 To All market participants Dear Sir/Madam Reserve Bank Commercial Paper Directions, 2017 Reserve Bank had issued draft directions on Commercial Paper for public comments on February 02, 2017. Taking into account the comments received, The Reserve Bank Commercial Paper Directions, 2017 have been finalised and enclosed herewith. Yours faithfully (T. Rabi Sankar) Chief General Manager RESERVE BANK OF INDIA FINA
RBI/2017-18/43 FMRD.DIRD.2/14.01.002/2017-18 August 10, 2017 To All market participants Dear Sir/Madam Reserve Bank Commercial Paper Directions, 2017 Reserve Bank had issued draft directions on Commercial Paper for public comments on February 02, 2017. Taking into account the comments received, The Reserve Bank Commercial Paper Directions, 2017 have been finalised and enclosed herewith. Yours faithfully (T. Rabi Sankar) Chief General Manager RESERVE BANK OF INDIA FINA
Aug 03, 2017
Exclusion of the name of State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Travancore and Bharatiya Mahila Bank from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2017-18/37 DBR.No.Ret.BC.80/12.06.004/2017-18 August 03, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Exclusion of the name of State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Travancore and Bharatiya Mahila Bank from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the names of State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank o
RBI/2017-18/37 DBR.No.Ret.BC.80/12.06.004/2017-18 August 03, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Exclusion of the name of State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank of Patiala, State Bank of Travancore and Bharatiya Mahila Bank from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the names of State Bank of Bikaner and Jaipur, State Bank of Hyderabad, State Bank of Mysore, State Bank o
Aug 03, 2017
Natural Calamities Portal – Monthly Reporting System
RBI/2017-2018/38 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.13/05.10.006/2017-18 August 03, 2017 The Chairman/Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer [All Scheduled Commercial Banks/SLBC Convener Banks/Small Finance Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)] Madam/Dear Sir, Natural Calamities Portal – Monthly Reporting System Please refer to our Master Direction FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.8/05.10.001/2017-18 dated July 5, 2017 on Reserve Bank of India (Relief Measures by Banks in Areas Affected by Natura
RBI/2017-2018/38 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.13/05.10.006/2017-18 August 03, 2017 The Chairman/Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer [All Scheduled Commercial Banks/SLBC Convener Banks/Small Finance Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)] Madam/Dear Sir, Natural Calamities Portal – Monthly Reporting System Please refer to our Master Direction FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.8/05.10.001/2017-18 dated July 5, 2017 on Reserve Bank of India (Relief Measures by Banks in Areas Affected by Natura
Aug 02, 2017
Issue of comprehensive Credit Information Reports
RBI/2017-18/35 DBR.CID.BC.No.79/20.16.042/2017-18 August 2, 2017 All Credit Information Companies Dear Sir/Madam Issue of comprehensive Credit Information Reports Please refer to para (v) of Annex IV to our circular DBOD.No.CID.BC.127/20.16.056/2013-14 dated June 27, 2014 advising Credit Information Companies (CICs) to include information on all accounts, both current and past, of a customer having multiple borrowings, in her/his Credit Information Report (CIR). 2. It
RBI/2017-18/35 DBR.CID.BC.No.79/20.16.042/2017-18 August 2, 2017 All Credit Information Companies Dear Sir/Madam Issue of comprehensive Credit Information Reports Please refer to para (v) of Annex IV to our circular DBOD.No.CID.BC.127/20.16.056/2013-14 dated June 27, 2014 advising Credit Information Companies (CICs) to include information on all accounts, both current and past, of a customer having multiple borrowings, in her/his Credit Information Report (CIR). 2. It
Aug 02, 2017
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2017-18/34 DBR.No.Ret.BC.82/12.01.001/2017-18 August 02, 2017 The Chairperson / CEOs of all Scheduled and Non Scheduled Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Change in Bank RatePlease refer to our circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.58/12.01.001/2016-17 dated April 06, 2017 on the captioned subject.2. As announced in the Third Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2017-18 dated August 02, 2017, the Bank Rate stands adjusted by 25 basis points from 6.50 per cent to 6.25 per cent with effect f
RBI/2017-18/34 DBR.No.Ret.BC.82/12.01.001/2017-18 August 02, 2017 The Chairperson / CEOs of all Scheduled and Non Scheduled Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Change in Bank RatePlease refer to our circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.58/12.01.001/2016-17 dated April 06, 2017 on the captioned subject.2. As announced in the Third Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2017-18 dated August 02, 2017, the Bank Rate stands adjusted by 25 basis points from 6.50 per cent to 6.25 per cent with effect f
Aug 02, 2017
Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standard
RBI/2017-18/36 DBR.BP.BC.No. 81/21.04.098/2017-18 August 02, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standard Please refer to our circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 9, 2014 “Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Dis
RBI/2017-18/36 DBR.BP.BC.No. 81/21.04.098/2017-18 August 02, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) Dear Sir/Madam, Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Disclosure Standard Please refer to our circular DBOD.BP.BC.No.120/21.04.098/2013-14 dated June 9, 2014 “Basel III Framework on Liquidity Standards – Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR), Liquidity Risk Monitoring Tools and LCR Dis
Jul 27, 2017
Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 24.54 million to the Government of the Republic of Ghana
RBI/2017-18/28A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 02 July 27, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 24.54 million to the Government of the Republic of Ghana Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement on November 22, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Ghana for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit (LoC) of USD
RBI/2017-18/28A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 02 July 27, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 24.54 million to the Government of the Republic of Ghana Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement on November 22, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Ghana for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit (LoC) of USD
Jul 13, 2017
Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes
RBI/2017-18/22 DGBA.GBD. 69/15.02.005/2017-18 July 13, 2017 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Public Provident Fund, Kisan Vikas Patra- 2014, Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme-2004 Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GAD.2618/15.02.005/2016-17 dated April 6, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated
RBI/2017-18/22 DGBA.GBD. 69/15.02.005/2017-18 July 13, 2017 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Public Provident Fund, Kisan Vikas Patra- 2014, Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme-2004 Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GAD.2618/15.02.005/2016-17 dated April 6, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.01/04/2016–NS dated
Jul 13, 2017
Recording of Details of Transactions in Passbook/Statement of Account by Co-operative Banks
RBI/2017-18/24 DCBR.BPD.(PCB/RCB).Cir.No.02/12.05.001/2017-18 July 13, 2017 The Chief Executive Officer All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ All State Co-operative Banks/ All District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Recording of Details of Transactions in Passbook/Statement of Account by Co-operative Banks Please refer to our circular UBD.CO.BPD.(PCB).No.18/12.05.001/2010-11 dated October 26, 2010 and para 4.6.3 of Annex to our circular RPCD.CO.RCB.BC.No
RBI/2017-18/24 DCBR.BPD.(PCB/RCB).Cir.No.02/12.05.001/2017-18 July 13, 2017 The Chief Executive Officer All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ All State Co-operative Banks/ All District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Recording of Details of Transactions in Passbook/Statement of Account by Co-operative Banks Please refer to our circular UBD.CO.BPD.(PCB).No.18/12.05.001/2010-11 dated October 26, 2010 and para 4.6.3 of Annex to our circular RPCD.CO.RCB.BC.No
Jul 13, 2017
Investment in plant and machinery for the purpose of classification as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises – documents to be relied upon
RBI/2017-18/21 FIDD.MSME & NFS.BC.No.10/06.02.31/2017-18 July 13, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir / Madam, Investment in plant and machinery for the purpose of classification as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises – documents to be relied upon Please refer to our Master Direction FIDD.MSME&NFS.3/06.02.31/2016-17 dated July 21, 2016 on ‘Lending to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector’ together with not
RBI/2017-18/21 FIDD.MSME & NFS.BC.No.10/06.02.31/2017-18 July 13, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir / Madam, Investment in plant and machinery for the purpose of classification as Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises – documents to be relied upon Please refer to our Master Direction FIDD.MSME&NFS.3/06.02.31/2016-17 dated July 21, 2016 on ‘Lending to Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) Sector’ together with not
Jul 13, 2017
Financial Literacy by FLCs (Financial Literacy Centres) and rural branches - Revision in funding limits, Audio-visual content and provision of hand held projectors
RBI/2017-18/23 FIDD.FLC.BC.No.11/12.01.018/2017-18 July 13, 2017 To Chairman/MD & CEO Scheduled Commercial Banks (Including RRBs & Small Finance Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Financial Literacy by FLCs (Financial Literacy Centres) and rural branches - Revision in funding limits, Audio-visual content and provision of hand held projectors Please refer to our circular FIDD.FLC.BC.No.22/12.01.018/2016-17 dated March 2, 2017 on policy review of guidelines for FLCs and rur
RBI/2017-18/23 FIDD.FLC.BC.No.11/12.01.018/2017-18 July 13, 2017 To Chairman/MD & CEO Scheduled Commercial Banks (Including RRBs & Small Finance Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Financial Literacy by FLCs (Financial Literacy Centres) and rural branches - Revision in funding limits, Audio-visual content and provision of hand held projectors Please refer to our circular FIDD.FLC.BC.No.22/12.01.018/2016-17 dated March 2, 2017 on policy review of guidelines for FLCs and rur
Jul 06, 2017
Inclusion in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 – Telangana State Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd., Hyderabad
RBI/2017-18/13 DCBR.RCB.BC.No.01/19.51.025/2017-18 Ashadha 15, 1939 July 06, 2017 All State Co-operative Banks/ Central Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Inclusion in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 – Telangana State Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd., Hyderabad We advise that the name of “Telangana State Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd., Hyderabad" has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DCBR.CO
RBI/2017-18/13 DCBR.RCB.BC.No.01/19.51.025/2017-18 Ashadha 15, 1939 July 06, 2017 All State Co-operative Banks/ Central Cooperative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Inclusion in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 – Telangana State Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd., Hyderabad We advise that the name of “Telangana State Co-operative Apex Bank Ltd., Hyderabad" has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DCBR.CO
Jul 06, 2017
Customer Protection – Limiting Liability of Customers in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions
RBI/2017-18/15 DBR.No.Leg.BC.78/09.07.005/2017-18 July 6, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Customer Protection – Limiting Liability of Customers in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions Please refer to our circular DBOD.Leg.BC.86/09.07.007/2001-02 dated April 8, 2002 regarding reversal of erroneous debits arising from fraudulent or other transactions. 2. With the increased thrust on
RBI/2017-18/15 DBR.No.Leg.BC.78/09.07.005/2017-18 July 6, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks and Payments Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Customer Protection – Limiting Liability of Customers in Unauthorised Electronic Banking Transactions Please refer to our circular DBOD.Leg.BC.86/09.07.007/2001-02 dated April 8, 2002 regarding reversal of erroneous debits arising from fraudulent or other transactions. 2. With the increased thrust on
Jul 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series II - Operational Guidelines
RBI/2017-18/18 IDMD.CDD.No.29/14.04.050/2017-18 July 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series II - Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(20)-B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.28/14
RBI/2017-18/18 IDMD.CDD.No.29/14.04.050/2017-18 July 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series II - Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(20)-B/(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.28/14
Jul 06, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series II
RBI/2017-18/17 IDMD.CDD.No.28/14.04.050/2017-18 July 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks,(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series II Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(20)-B/(W&M)/2017 dated July 06, 2017 announced that the Sovereign Gold
RBI/2017-18/17 IDMD.CDD.No.28/14.04.050/2017-18 July 06, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks,(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series II Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(20)-B/(W&M)/2017 dated July 06, 2017 announced that the Sovereign Gold
Jul 06, 2017
Small Finance Banks – Compendium of Guidelines on Financial Inclusion and Development
RBI/2017-18/14 FIDD.CO.SFB.No.9/04.09.001/2017-18 July 6, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer Small Finance Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Small Finance Banks – Compendium of Guidelines on Financial Inclusion and Development In view of the announcement made in the budget 2014-15 regarding creation of a framework for licensing small banks, and to give a thrust to the supply of credit to micro and small enterprises, agriculture and banking services in u
RBI/2017-18/14 FIDD.CO.SFB.No.9/04.09.001/2017-18 July 6, 2017 The Chairman/ Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer Small Finance Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Small Finance Banks – Compendium of Guidelines on Financial Inclusion and Development In view of the announcement made in the budget 2014-15 regarding creation of a framework for licensing small banks, and to give a thrust to the supply of credit to micro and small enterprises, agriculture and banking services in u
Jun 29, 2017
Specified Bank Notes held by DCCBs
RBI/2016-17/331 DCM (Plg) No.5720/10.27.00/2016-17 June 29, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, District Central Co-operative Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Specified Bank Notes held by DCCBs Please refer to the Specified Bank Notes (Deposit by Banks, Post Offices and District Central Co-operative Banks) Rules, 2017 (copy enclosed) notified by the Government of India on June 20, 2017. In terms of para 2 thereof, it has been decided to accept from DC
RBI/2016-17/331 DCM (Plg) No.5720/10.27.00/2016-17 June 29, 2017 The Chairman / Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer, District Central Co-operative Banks Madam/Dear Sir, Specified Bank Notes held by DCCBs Please refer to the Specified Bank Notes (Deposit by Banks, Post Offices and District Central Co-operative Banks) Rules, 2017 (copy enclosed) notified by the Government of India on June 20, 2017. In terms of para 2 thereof, it has been decided to accept from DC
Jun 22, 2017
Exclusion of “The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V.” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2016-17/325 DBR.No.Ret.BC.75/12.07.150/2016-17 June 22, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Exclusion of “The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V.” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V.” has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.9999/23.13.020/2016-17 dated February 28, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part
RBI/2016-17/325 DBR.No.Ret.BC.75/12.07.150/2016-17 June 22, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir, Exclusion of “The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V.” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “The Royal Bank of Scotland N.V.” has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.9999/23.13.020/2016-17 dated February 28, 2017, and published in the Gazette of India (Part
Jun 22, 2017
Payment of agency commission for government receipts
RBI/2016-17/327 DGBA.GBD.No.3333/31.02.007/2016-17 June 22, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam Payment of agency commission for government receipts Please refer to Circular No. DGBA.GAD.7575/31.12.011/2011-12 dated May 22, 2012 regarding the rationalisation and revision of agency commission payable to agency banks on government transactions undertaken by them. 2. As you are aware, the agency commission on government receipts is paid by Reserve Bank per transaction
RBI/2016-17/327 DGBA.GBD.No.3333/31.02.007/2016-17 June 22, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir / Madam Payment of agency commission for government receipts Please refer to Circular No. DGBA.GAD.7575/31.12.011/2011-12 dated May 22, 2012 regarding the rationalisation and revision of agency commission payable to agency banks on government transactions undertaken by them. 2. As you are aware, the agency commission on government receipts is paid by Reserve Bank per transaction
Jun 19, 2017
Limits on balances in customer accounts with payments banks – sweep out arrangements with other banks
RBI/2016-17/329 DBR.NBD.No.77/16.13.218/2016-17 June 29, 2017 Chief Executive Officers of Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Limits on balances in customer accounts with payments banks – sweep out arrangements with other banks Please refer to paragraph 7(i) of the Operating Guidelines for Payments Banks (‘Operating Guidelines’) dated October 6, 2016, under which payments banks (PBs) were permitted to make arrangements with a scheduled commercial bank / small finance ban
RBI/2016-17/329 DBR.NBD.No.77/16.13.218/2016-17 June 29, 2017 Chief Executive Officers of Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Limits on balances in customer accounts with payments banks – sweep out arrangements with other banks Please refer to paragraph 7(i) of the Operating Guidelines for Payments Banks (‘Operating Guidelines’) dated October 6, 2016, under which payments banks (PBs) were permitted to make arrangements with a scheduled commercial bank / small finance ban
Jun 15, 2017
Formation of a new district in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2016-17/323 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.32/02.08.001/2016-17 June 15, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of a new district in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of West Bengal vide Gazette Notification dated February 07, 2017 notified the creation of a new district “Kalimpong” by redefining the limits of Darjeeling District of West Bengal. It has been decided
RBI/2016-17/323 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.32/02.08.001/2016-17 June 15, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of a new district in the State of West Bengal - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of West Bengal vide Gazette Notification dated February 07, 2017 notified the creation of a new district “Kalimpong” by redefining the limits of Darjeeling District of West Bengal. It has been decided
Jun 08, 2017
Aligning roadmap for unbanked villages having population more than 5000 with revised guidelines on Branch Authorisation Policy
RBI/2016-17/320 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No 31/02.01.001/2016-17 June 8, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Aligning roadmap for unbanked villages having population more than 5000 with revised guidelines on Branch Authorisation Policy Please refer to the circular FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.82/02.01.001/2015-16 dated December 31, 2015 wherein SLBCs were advised to identify villages with population above 5000 without a bank branc
RBI/2016-17/320 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No 31/02.01.001/2016-17 June 8, 2017 The Chairman and Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Aligning roadmap for unbanked villages having population more than 5000 with revised guidelines on Branch Authorisation Policy Please refer to the circular FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.82/02.01.001/2015-16 dated December 31, 2015 wherein SLBCs were advised to identify villages with population above 5000 without a bank branc
Jun 01, 2017
Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for OTC derivatives markets
RBI/2016-17/314 FMRD.FMID No.14/11.01.007/2016-17 June 01, 2017 To All eligible participants in the OTC derivatives markets Dear Sir/Madam Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for OTC derivatives markets The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code has been conceived of as a key measure to improve the quality and accuracy of financial data systems for better risk management post the Global Financial Crisis. The LEI is a 20-character unique identity code assigned to entit
RBI/2016-17/314 FMRD.FMID No.14/11.01.007/2016-17 June 01, 2017 To All eligible participants in the OTC derivatives markets Dear Sir/Madam Introduction of Legal Entity Identifier for OTC derivatives markets The Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) code has been conceived of as a key measure to improve the quality and accuracy of financial data systems for better risk management post the Global Financial Crisis. The LEI is a 20-character unique identity code assigned to entit
May 25, 2017
Formation of new districts in the State of Arunachal Pradesh - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2016-17/310 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.30/02.08.001/2016-17 May 25, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of Arunachal Pradesh - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Arunachal Pradesh vide Gazette Notification dated March 3, 2014 had notified the creation of four new districts in the State of Arunachal Pradesh. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of the ne
RBI/2016-17/310 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.30/02.08.001/2016-17 May 25, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of new districts in the State of Arunachal Pradesh - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Arunachal Pradesh vide Gazette Notification dated March 3, 2014 had notified the creation of four new districts in the State of Arunachal Pradesh. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of the ne
May 25, 2017
Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2017-18 - regarding
RBI/2016-17/308 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.29/05.02.001/2016-17 May 25, 2017 To The Chairman / Managing Director All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2017-18- regarding Please refer to our Circular FIDD. CO. FSD. BC. No 9/05.02.001/2016-17 dated August 4, 2016 on Interest Subvention Scheme for Short-term Crop Loans 2016-17 wherein we had a
RBI/2016-17/308 FIDD.CO.FSD.BC.No.29/05.02.001/2016-17 May 25, 2017 To The Chairman / Managing Director All Public & Private Sector Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Continuation of Interest Subvention Scheme for short-term crop loans on interim basis during the year 2017-18- regarding Please refer to our Circular FIDD. CO. FSD. BC. No 9/05.02.001/2016-17 dated August 4, 2016 on Interest Subvention Scheme for Short-term Crop Loans 2016-17 wherein we had a
May 24, 2017
Financial Literacy Week
RBI/2016-17/275 FIDD.FLC.BC.No.27/12.01.018/2016-17 April 13, 2017 To Chairman/MD & CEO Scheduled Commercial Banks (Including RRBs) Dear Sir/Madam, Financial Literacy Week To emphasize the importance of financial literacy, it has been decided to observe the week June 5-9, 2017 as Financial Literacy Week across the country. 2. The literacy week will focus on four broad themes, viz. KYC, Exercising Credit Discipline, Grievance Redressal and Going Digital (UPI and *9
RBI/2016-17/275 FIDD.FLC.BC.No.27/12.01.018/2016-17 April 13, 2017 To Chairman/MD & CEO Scheduled Commercial Banks (Including RRBs) Dear Sir/Madam, Financial Literacy Week To emphasize the importance of financial literacy, it has been decided to observe the week June 5-9, 2017 as Financial Literacy Week across the country. 2. The literacy week will focus on four broad themes, viz. KYC, Exercising Credit Discipline, Grievance Redressal and Going Digital (UPI and *9
Apr 27, 2017
Formation of a new district in the State of Haryana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2016-17/292 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.28/02.08.001/2016-17 April 27, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of a new district in the State of Haryana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Haryana Government vide Gazette Notification dated December 1, 2016 had notified the creation of a new district to be called ‘Charki Dadri’ in the State of Haryana. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of this new
RBI/2016-17/292 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.28/02.08.001/2016-17 April 27, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of a new district in the State of Haryana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Haryana Government vide Gazette Notification dated December 1, 2016 had notified the creation of a new district to be called ‘Charki Dadri’ in the State of Haryana. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of this new
Apr 27, 2017
Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 52.30 million to the Government of the Republic of Mauritius
RBI/2016-17/293A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 45 April 27, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 52.30 million to the Government of the Republic of MauritiusExport-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement dated November 17, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Mauritius for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit (
RBI/2016-17/293A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 45 April 27, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 52.30 million to the Government of the Republic of MauritiusExport-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement dated November 17, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Mauritius for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit (
Apr 20, 2017
Exclusion of KBC Bank N.V. – from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2016-17/288 DBR.No.Ret.BC.24/12.07.118A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Exclusion of KBC Bank N.V. – from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the KBC Bank N.V. has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.16137/23.13.077/2015-16 dated June 24, 2016 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III Section 4) dated August 27 -
RBI/2016-17/288 DBR.No.Ret.BC.24/12.07.118A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Exclusion of KBC Bank N.V. – from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the KBC Bank N.V. has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No.16137/23.13.077/2015-16 dated June 24, 2016 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III Section 4) dated August 27 -
Apr 20, 2017
Cessation of KBC Bank N.V. as a banking company within the meaning of sub-section (2) of Section 36(A) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949
RBI/2016-17/286 DBR.No.Ret.BC.23/12.07.118A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Cessation of KBC Bank N.V. as a banking company within the meaning of sub-section (2) of Section 36(A) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 We advise that the “KBC Bank N.V.” has ceased to be a banking company within the meaning of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No. 16138/23.13.077/2015-16 dated June 24, 2016 and published in the
RBI/2016-17/286 DBR.No.Ret.BC.23/12.07.118A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Cessation of KBC Bank N.V. as a banking company within the meaning of sub-section (2) of Section 36(A) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 We advise that the “KBC Bank N.V.” has ceased to be a banking company within the meaning of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 vide Notification DBR.IBD.No. 16138/23.13.077/2015-16 dated June 24, 2016 and published in the
Apr 20, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series I
RBI/2016-2017/289 IDMD.CDD.No.2760/14.04.050/2016-17 April 20, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks, (Excluding RRBs) Designated Post Offices Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series I Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(8)-(W&M)/2017 dated April 20, 2017 announced that the Soverei
RBI/2016-2017/289 IDMD.CDD.No.2760/14.04.050/2016-17 April 20, 2017 The Chairman & Managing Director All Scheduled Commercial Banks, (Excluding RRBs) Designated Post Offices Stock Holding Corporation of India Ltd. (SHCIL) National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds 2017-18 – Series I Government of India has vide its Notification F.No. 4(8)-(W&M)/2017 dated April 20, 2017 announced that the Soverei
Apr 20, 2017
Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series I - Operational Guidelines
RBI/2016-17/290 IDMD.CDD.No.2759/14.04.050/2016-17 April 20, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series I - Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(8)-(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.2760/
RBI/2016-17/290 IDMD.CDD.No.2759/14.04.050/2016-17 April 20, 2017 The Chairman & Managing DirectorAll Scheduled Commercial Banks(Excluding RRBs)Designated Post OfficesStock Holding Corporation of India ltd.(SHCIL)National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. & Bombay Stock Exchange Ltd. Dear Sir/Madam, Sovereign Gold Bonds, 2017-18 – Series I - Operational Guidelines This has reference to the GoI notification F.No.4(8)-(W&M)/2017 and RBI circular IDMD.CDD.No.2760/
Apr 20, 2017
Alteration in the name of "Coöperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boerenleenbank B.A." to "Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A." in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2016-17/287 Ref.DBR.No.Ret.BC/21/12.07.131A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Alteration in the name of "Coöperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boerenleenbank B.A." to "Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A." in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "Coöperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boerenleenbank B.A." has been changed to "Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A." in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of In
RBI/2016-17/287 Ref.DBR.No.Ret.BC/21/12.07.131A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Alteration in the name of "Coöperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boerenleenbank B.A." to "Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A." in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "Coöperatieve Centrale Raiffeisen-Boerenleenbank B.A." has been changed to "Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A." in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of In
Apr 20, 2017
Alteration in the name of "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Limited" to "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2016-17/285 DBR.No.Ret.BC/22/12.07.053A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Alteration in the name of "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Limited" to "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Limited" has been changed to "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DBR.I
RBI/2016-17/285 DBR.No.Ret.BC/22/12.07.053A/2016-17 April 20, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Alteration in the name of "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Limited" to "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the name of "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank Limited" has been changed to "Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC" in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 by Notification DBR.I
Apr 19, 2017
Amendment to Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit Scheme, Notification No.S.O.4061 E
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs New Delhi, dated the April 19, 2017 NOTIFICATION Amendment to Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit Scheme, Notification No.S.O.4061 E 1. S.O. —In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (c) of section 199B of the Finance Act, 2016 (28 of 2016) (hereinafter referred to as the Act), the Central Government hereby amends the conditions specified in clause 5 of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit
Government of India Ministry of Finance Department of Economic Affairs New Delhi, dated the April 19, 2017 NOTIFICATION Amendment to Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit Scheme, Notification No.S.O.4061 E 1. S.O. —In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (c) of section 199B of the Finance Act, 2016 (28 of 2016) (hereinafter referred to as the Act), the Central Government hereby amends the conditions specified in clause 5 of the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit
Apr 18, 2017
Formation of twenty one new districts in the State of Telangana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2016-17/227 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.21/02.08.001/2016-17 February 16, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of twenty one new districts in the State of Telangana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Telangana vide Gazette Notification dated October 11, 2016 had notified the formation of twenty one new districts in the State of Telangana. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of the
RBI/2016-17/227 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC.No.21/02.08.001/2016-17 February 16, 2017 The Chairmen & Managing Directors All Lead Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Formation of twenty one new districts in the State of Telangana - Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility The Government of Telangana vide Gazette Notification dated October 11, 2016 had notified the formation of twenty one new districts in the State of Telangana. It has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of the
Apr 13, 2017
Revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Banks
RBI/2016-17/276 DBS.CO.PPD. BC.No.8/11.01.005/2016-17 April 13, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir Revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Banks Please refer to RBI circulars No. DBS.CO.PP.BC.9/11.01.005/2002-03 dated December 21, 2002 and DBS.CO.PP.BC.13/11.01.005/2003-04 dated June 15, 2004 on the scheme of Prompt Corrective Action. 2. The existing PCA framework for banks has since been reviewed and revi
RBI/2016-17/276 DBS.CO.PPD. BC.No.8/11.01.005/2016-17 April 13, 2017 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam/ Dear Sir Revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Banks Please refer to RBI circulars No. DBS.CO.PP.BC.9/11.01.005/2002-03 dated December 21, 2002 and DBS.CO.PP.BC.13/11.01.005/2003-04 dated June 15, 2004 on the scheme of Prompt Corrective Action. 2. The existing PCA framework for banks has since been reviewed and revi
Apr 13, 2017
Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 31.29 million to the Government of the Republic of Nicaragua
RBI/2016-17/278 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 44 April 13, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 31.29 million to the Government of the Republic of Nicaragua Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement dated September 8, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Nicaragua for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit
RBI/2016-17/278 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 44 April 13, 2017 To All Category - I Authorised Dealer Banks Madam / Sir, Exim Bank's Government of India supported Line of Credit of USD 31.29 million to the Government of the Republic of Nicaragua Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has entered into an agreement dated September 8, 2016 with the Government of the Republic of Nicaragua for making available to the latter, a Government of India supported Line of Credit
Apr 06, 2017
Change in Bank Rate
RBI/2016-17/270 DBR.No.Ret.BC.58/12.01.001/2016-17 April 06, 2017 The Chairperson / CEOs of all Scheduled and Non Scheduled Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.19/12.01.001/2016-17 dated October 04, 2016 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the First Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2017-18 dated April 06, 2017, the Bank Rate stands adjusted by 25 basis points from 6.75 per cent to 6.50 per cent with effec
RBI/2016-17/270 DBR.No.Ret.BC.58/12.01.001/2016-17 April 06, 2017 The Chairperson / CEOs of all Scheduled and Non Scheduled Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Change in Bank Rate Please refer to our circular DBR.No.Ret.BC.19/12.01.001/2016-17 dated October 04, 2016 on the captioned subject. 2. As announced in the First Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement 2017-18 dated April 06, 2017, the Bank Rate stands adjusted by 25 basis points from 6.75 per cent to 6.50 per cent with effec
Apr 06, 2017
Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes
RBI/2016-17/267 DGBA.GAD.2618/15.02.005/2016-17 April 6, 2017 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Public Provident Fund, Kisan Vikas Patra- 2014, Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme-2004 Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GAD.2012/15.02.005/2016-17 dated February 9, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.1/4/2016–NS.II
RBI/2016-17/267 DGBA.GAD.2618/15.02.005/2016-17 April 6, 2017 The Chairman/Chief Executive Officer Agency Banks handling Public Provident Fund, Kisan Vikas Patra- 2014, Sukanya Samriddhi Account, Senior Citizen Savings Scheme-2004 Dear Sir Interest rates for Small Savings Schemes Please refer to our circular DGBA.GAD.2012/15.02.005/2016-17 dated February 9, 2017 on the above subject. The Government of India, had vide their Office Memorandum (OM) No.F.No.1/4/2016–NS.II
Mar 31, 2017
Investment by Foreign Portfolio Investors in Government Securities
RBI/2016-17/265 A.P.(DIR Series) Circular No. 43 March 31, 2017 To, All Authorised Persons Madam / Sir, Investment by Foreign Portfolio Investors in Government Securities Attention of Authorised Dealer Category-I (AD Category-I) banks is invited to Schedule 5 to the Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or Issue of Security by a Person Resident outside India) Regulations, 2000 notified vide Notification No. FEMA.20/2000-RB dated May 3, 2000, as amended from time to ti
RBI/2016-17/265 A.P.(DIR Series) Circular No. 43 March 31, 2017 To, All Authorised Persons Madam / Sir, Investment by Foreign Portfolio Investors in Government Securities Attention of Authorised Dealer Category-I (AD Category-I) banks is invited to Schedule 5 to the Foreign Exchange Management (Transfer or Issue of Security by a Person Resident outside India) Regulations, 2000 notified vide Notification No. FEMA.20/2000-RB dated May 3, 2000, as amended from time to ti
Mar 30, 2017
Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility
RBI/2016-17/262 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC. No. 26/02.01.001/2016-17 March 30, 2017 The Chairmen and Managing Directors SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility As per the Gazette of India Notification dated February 22, 2017, the merger of Associate banks with State Bank of India has been notified. The Order comes into effect on April 1, 2017. 2. Therefore, it has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of districts hitherto held by the As
RBI/2016-17/262 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC. No. 26/02.01.001/2016-17 March 30, 2017 The Chairmen and Managing Directors SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Assignment of Lead Bank Responsibility As per the Gazette of India Notification dated February 22, 2017, the merger of Associate banks with State Bank of India has been notified. The Order comes into effect on April 1, 2017. 2. Therefore, it has been decided to assign the lead bank responsibility of districts hitherto held by the As
Mar 30, 2017
Assignment of SLBC Convenorship - Telangana
RBI/2016-17/261 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC. No. 25/02.01.001/2016-17 March 30, 2017 The Chairmen and Managing Directors SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Assignment of SLBC Convenorship - Telangana As per the Gazette of India Notification G.S.R. 157 (E) dated February 22, 2017, the merger of State Bank of Hyderabad with State Bank of India has been notified. The Order called the ‘Acquisition of State Bank of Hyderabad Order, 2017’ comes into effect on April 1, 2017. 2. Therefore, it
RBI/2016-17/261 FIDD.CO.LBS.BC. No. 25/02.01.001/2016-17 March 30, 2017 The Chairmen and Managing Directors SLBC Convenor Banks Dear Sir, Assignment of SLBC Convenorship - Telangana As per the Gazette of India Notification G.S.R. 157 (E) dated February 22, 2017, the merger of State Bank of Hyderabad with State Bank of India has been notified. The Order called the ‘Acquisition of State Bank of Hyderabad Order, 2017’ comes into effect on April 1, 2017. 2. Therefore, it
Mar 30, 2017
Purchase of foreign exchange from foreign citizens and others
RBI/2016-17/263 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 42 March 30, 2017 To All Authorised Persons Madam / Sir, Purchase of foreign exchange from foreign citizens and others Attention of Authorized Persons is invited to the A.P. (DIR Series) Circulars No. 20, 22 and 24 dated November 25, 2016, December 16, 2016 and January 3, 2017 respectively, permitting foreign citizens (i.e. foreign passport holders) to exchange foreign exchange for Indian currency notes up to a limit of R
RBI/2016-17/263 A.P. (DIR Series) Circular No. 42 March 30, 2017 To All Authorised Persons Madam / Sir, Purchase of foreign exchange from foreign citizens and others Attention of Authorized Persons is invited to the A.P. (DIR Series) Circulars No. 20, 22 and 24 dated November 25, 2016, December 16, 2016 and January 3, 2017 respectively, permitting foreign citizens (i.e. foreign passport holders) to exchange foreign exchange for Indian currency notes up to a limit of R
Mar 29, 2017
Opening of all Agency Banks for government business on April 1, 2017 – Revised instructions
RBI/2016-17/259 DBR.No.Leg.BC.56/09.07.005/2016-17 March 29, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Opening of all Agency Banks for government business on April 1, 2017 – Revised instructions We had vide our circular DBR.No.Leg. BC.55/09.07.005/2016-17 dated March 24, 2017 advised all Agency Banks to keep all their branches dealing with government business open on all days in the current financial year and on April 1, 2017 (including Saturday, Sunday and all holidays)
RBI/2016-17/259 DBR.No.Leg.BC.56/09.07.005/2016-17 March 29, 2017 All Agency Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Opening of all Agency Banks for government business on April 1, 2017 – Revised instructions We had vide our circular DBR.No.Leg. BC.55/09.07.005/2016-17 dated March 24, 2017 advised all Agency Banks to keep all their branches dealing with government business open on all days in the current financial year and on April 1, 2017 (including Saturday, Sunday and all holidays)
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