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Oct 04, 2021
Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability
RBI/2021-22/105 DOR.ACC.REC.57/21.04.018/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Member Banks of the Indian Banks’ Association covered under the 11th Bipartite Settlement and Joint Note dated November 11, 2020 Madam / Sir, Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability The Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) has approached us for the amortisation of the increased expenditure resulting from the revision in family pension for employees of its me
RBI/2021-22/105 DOR.ACC.REC.57/21.04.018/2021-22 October 4, 2021 All Member Banks of the Indian Banks’ Association covered under the 11th Bipartite Settlement and Joint Note dated November 11, 2020 Madam / Sir, Enhancement in family pension of employees of banks - Treatment of additional liability The Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) has approached us for the amortisation of the increased expenditure resulting from the revision in family pension for employees of its me
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Sep 13, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry
RBI/2021-22/99 DOR.AML.REC.49/14.06.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
RBI/2021-22/99 DOR.AML.REC.49/14.06.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Deletion of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms
Sep 13, 2021
Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence
RBI/2021-22/98 DOR.AML.REC 48/14.01.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons / CEOs of all Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs), Payment System Providers and Payment System Participants Madam / Dear Sir, Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence In terms of Section 11A of the PML Act, 2002, entities other than banking companies may, by notification of the Central Government, be permitted to carry out authentication of client’s Aadhaar number using e
RBI/2021-22/98 DOR.AML.REC 48/14.01.001/2021-22 September 13, 2021 The Chairpersons / CEOs of all Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs), Payment System Providers and Payment System Participants Madam / Dear Sir, Application for Aadhaar e-KYC Authentication Licence In terms of Section 11A of the PML Act, 2002, entities other than banking companies may, by notification of the Central Government, be permitted to carry out authentication of client’s Aadhaar number using e
Sep 09, 2021
Large Exposures Framework - Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting - non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office
RBI/2021-22/97 DOR.CRE.REC.47/21.01.003/2021-22 September 09, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting – non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. It is advised that the Indi
RBI/2021-22/97 DOR.CRE.REC.47/21.01.003/2021-22 September 09, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Credit Risk Mitigation (CRM) for offsetting – non-centrally cleared derivative transactions of foreign bank branches in India with their Head Office Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. It is advised that the Indi
Aug 30, 2021
Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification
RBI/2021-22/95 DOR.GOV.REC.44/29.67.001/2021-22 August 30, 2021 All Private Sector Banks (including Local Area Banks, Small FinanceBanks, Payments Banks) and Foreign Banks operating in India Dear Sir/Madam, Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification Please refer to para 2.1.2 (f) of our circular DOR.Appt.BC.No.23/29.67.001/2019-20 dated November 04, 2019 on the captioned
RBI/2021-22/95 DOR.GOV.REC.44/29.67.001/2021-22 August 30, 2021 All Private Sector Banks (including Local Area Banks, Small FinanceBanks, Payments Banks) and Foreign Banks operating in India Dear Sir/Madam, Guidelines on Compensation of Whole Time Directors/ Chief Executive Officers/ Material Risk Takers and Control Function staff - Clarification Please refer to para 2.1.2 (f) of our circular DOR.Appt.BC.No.23/29.67.001/2019-20 dated November 04, 2019 on the captioned
Aug 25, 2021
Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act)
RBI/2021-22/91 DOR.FIN.REC.No.41/03.10.136/2021-22 August 25, 2021 All Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act) Please refer to Para 105 of Master Direction – Non-Banking Financial Company – Housing Finance Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2021 wherein certain criteria have b
RBI/2021-22/91 DOR.FIN.REC.No.41/03.10.136/2021-22 August 25, 2021 All Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) Dear Sir/ Madam, Notification as ‘Financial Institution’ under Section 2(1)(m)(iv) of Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act) Please refer to Para 105 of Master Direction – Non-Banking Financial Company – Housing Finance Company (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2021 wherein certain criteria have b
Aug 18, 2021
Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks - Revised Instructions
RBI/2021-2022/86DOR.LEG.REC/40/09.07.005/2021-22 August 18, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Co-operative Banks All Small Finance Banks All Payments Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Sir, Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks- Revised Instructions Please refer to the extant instructions issued to Regulated Entities (REs) by the Reserve Bank on the above subject. Taking into consideration the various developments
RBI/2021-2022/86DOR.LEG.REC/40/09.07.005/2021-22 August 18, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Co-operative Banks All Small Finance Banks All Payments Banks All Local Area Banks Madam/Sir, Safe Deposit Locker/Safe Custody Article Facility provided by the banks- Revised Instructions Please refer to the extant instructions issued to Regulated Entities (REs) by the Reserve Bank on the above subject. Taking into consideration the various developments
Aug 09, 2021
Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) - Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation
RBI/2021-22/82 DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 August 09, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation Please refer to circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.36/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facility (MSF), wherein the banks were allowed to avail of funds under the MSF by dipping into the Statutory Liquid
RBI/2021-22/82 DOR.RET.REC.36/12.01.001/2021-22 August 09, 2021 All Scheduled Banks Madam/Sir Section 24 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Maintenance of Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) – Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) - Extension of Relaxation Please refer to circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.36/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 05, 2021, on Marginal Standing Facility (MSF), wherein the banks were allowed to avail of funds under the MSF by dipping into the Statutory Liquid
Aug 06, 2021
Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks - Restructuring of derivative contracts
RBI/2021-22/81 DOR.MRG.39/21.04.157/2021-22 August 06, 2021 All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks – Restructuring of derivative contracts Please refer to paragraph 2.2 of our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.57/21.04.157/2008-09 dated October 13, 2008, in terms of which any change in any of the parameters of the original derivative contract would be treated as a restructuring. 2. In this context, it is clarified that change in the
RBI/2021-22/81 DOR.MRG.39/21.04.157/2021-22 August 06, 2021 All Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Prudential Norms for Off-Balance Sheet Exposures of Banks – Restructuring of derivative contracts Please refer to paragraph 2.2 of our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.57/21.04.157/2008-09 dated October 13, 2008, in terms of which any change in any of the parameters of the original derivative contract would be treated as a restructuring. 2. In this context, it is clarified that change in the
Aug 06, 2021
Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress - Financial Parameters - Revised timelines for compliance
RBI/2021-22/80 DOR.STR.REC.38/21.04.048/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress – Financial Parameters – Revised t
RBI/2021-22/80 DOR.STR.REC.38/21.04.048/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework for COVID-19-related Stress – Financial Parameters – Revised t
Aug 06, 2021
Export Credit in Foreign Currency - Benchmark Rate
RBI/2021-2022/79 DOR.DIR.REC.37/04.02.002/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks1 All Small Finance Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Export Credit in Foreign Currency – Benchmark Rate Please refer to Master Circular DBR.No.DIR.BC.14/04.02.002/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on Rupee / Foreign Currency Export Credit and Customer Service to Exporters. 2. As per the extant guidelines, authorized deal
RBI/2021-2022/79 DOR.DIR.REC.37/04.02.002/2021-22 August 6, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks1 All Small Finance Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Export Credit in Foreign Currency – Benchmark Rate Please refer to Master Circular DBR.No.DIR.BC.14/04.02.002/2015-16 dated July 1, 2015 on Rupee / Foreign Currency Export Credit and Customer Service to Exporters. 2. As per the extant guidelines, authorized deal
Aug 04, 2021
Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks
RBI/2021-22/77 DOR.CRE.REC.35/21.04.048/2021-22 August 04, 2021 To, All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks Please refer to circulars DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020, DOR.No.BP.BC.27/21.04.048/2020-21 dated November 2, 2020 and DOR.No.BP.BC.30/21.04.048/2020-21 dated December 14, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for
RBI/2021-22/77 DOR.CRE.REC.35/21.04.048/2021-22 August 04, 2021 To, All Scheduled Commercial Banks All Payments Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Guidelines for Implementation of the circular on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks Please refer to circulars DOR.No.BP.BC/7/21.04.048/2020-21 dated August 6, 2020, DOR.No.BP.BC.27/21.04.048/2020-21 dated November 2, 2020 and DOR.No.BP.BC.30/21.04.048/2020-21 dated December 14, 2020 on Opening of Current Accounts by Banks - Need for
Jul 23, 2021
Loans and Advances - Regulatory Restrictions
RBI/2021-22/72 DOR.CRE.REC.No.33/13.03.00/2021-22 July 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Loans and Advances – Regulatory Restrictions Please refer to paragraphs 2.2.1.2, 2.2.1.4 and paragraph 2.2.1.5 of Master Circular on Loans and Advances - Statutory and Other Restrictions dated July 01, 2015. 2. On a review, it has been decided that i) For personal loans granted to any director of
RBI/2021-22/72 DOR.CRE.REC.No.33/13.03.00/2021-22 July 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks Madam / Dear Sir, Loans and Advances – Regulatory Restrictions Please refer to paragraphs 2.2.1.2, 2.2.1.4 and paragraph 2.2.1.5 of Master Circular on Loans and Advances - Statutory and Other Restrictions dated July 01, 2015. 2. On a review, it has been decided that i) For personal loans granted to any director of
Jul 09, 2021
Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation
RBI/2021-22/70 DoR.ORG.REC.31/21.06.017/2021-22 July 9, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir, Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation Please refer to our circular DBR.No.BP.BC.88/21.04.048/2014-15 dated April 23, 2015, advising banks to implement a ‘Mandat
RBI/2021-22/70 DoR.ORG.REC.31/21.06.017/2021-22 July 9, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks Dear Sir, Mandatory Leave for Employees Posted in Sensitive Positions or Areas of Operation Please refer to our circular DBR.No.BP.BC.88/21.04.048/2014-15 dated April 23, 2015, advising banks to implement a ‘Mandat
Jul 08, 2021
Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2021-22/68 DoR.RET.REC.30/12.07.150/2021-22 July 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.(Shivalik SFB).No.S159/16.13.223/2021-22 dated June 15, 2021 and published in the Gazette of
RBI/2021-22/68 DoR.RET.REC.30/12.07.150/2021-22 July 07, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Shivalik Small Finance Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.LIC.(Shivalik SFB).No.S159/16.13.223/2021-22 dated June 15, 2021 and published in the Gazette of
Jul 02, 2021
Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits
RBI/2021-22/66 DoR.SPE.REC.29/13.03.00/2021-2022 July 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks/ State Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits Please refer to Section 9 (b) of Master Direction - Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016 dated March 3
RBI/2021-22/66 DoR.SPE.REC.29/13.03.00/2021-2022 July 02, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (including RRBs) All Small Finance Banks All Local Area Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks/ State Co-operative Banks Dear Sir / Madam, Review of Instructions on Interest on overdue domestic deposits Please refer to Section 9 (b) of Master Direction - Reserve Bank of India (Interest Rate on Deposits) Directions, 2016 dated March 3
Jul 01, 2021
Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension
RBI/2021-22/65 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 July 1, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 dated April 12, 2021. 2. Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equalization S
RBI/2021-22/65 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.28/04.02.001/2021-22 July 1, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs),Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit - Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide circular DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 dated April 12, 2021. 2. Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equalization S
Jun 23, 2021
Gold (Metal) Loans - Repayment
RBI/2021-22/58 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.24/23.67.001/2021-22 June 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Gold (Metal) Loans – Repayment Please refer to instructions issued vide circulars DBOD.No.IBS.1519/23.67.001/98-99 dated December 31, 1998, DBOD.No.IBS.3161/23.67.001/98-99 dated June 25, 1999, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.33/23.67.001/2005-06 dated September 5, 2005, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.71/23.67.001/2006-07 dated April 3, 2007 and DBOD.No.
RBI/2021-22/58 DOR.CRE(DIR).REC.24/23.67.001/2021-22 June 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Gold (Metal) Loans – Repayment Please refer to instructions issued vide circulars DBOD.No.IBS.1519/23.67.001/98-99 dated December 31, 1998, DBOD.No.IBS.3161/23.67.001/98-99 dated June 25, 1999, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.33/23.67.001/2005-06 dated September 5, 2005, DBOD.No.IBD.BC.71/23.67.001/2006-07 dated April 3, 2007 and DBOD.No.
Jun 18, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry
RBI/2021-22/57DOR.AML.REC.22/14.06.001/2021-22 June 18, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of S
RBI/2021-22/57DOR.AML.REC.22/14.06.001/2021-22 June 18, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List: Amendment of one entry Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on May 10, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in terms of S
Jun 10, 2021
Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines - Review of Interchange Fee and Customer Charges (Updated as on March 28, 2025)
RBI/2021-22/52 DPSS.CO.OD.No.S-182/06.07.011/2021-22 June 10, 2021 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer All Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Authorised ATM Network Operators / Card Payment Network Operators / White Label ATM Operators Madam / Dear Sir, Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines – Review of Interchange Fee and
RBI/2021-22/52 DPSS.CO.OD.No.S-182/06.07.011/2021-22 June 10, 2021 The Chairman and Managing Director / Chief Executive Officer All Scheduled Commercial Banks including RRBs / Urban Co-operative Banks / State Co-operative Banks / District Central Co-operative Banks / Authorised ATM Network Operators / Card Payment Network Operators / White Label ATM Operators Madam / Dear Sir, Usage of Automated Teller Machines / Cash Recycler Machines – Review of Interchange Fee and
Jun 08, 2021
Preservation of CCTV recordings
RBI/2021-22/51 DCM(Plg).No. 51961/10.27.00/2021-22 June 8, 2021 The Chairman & Managing Director Chief Executive Officers All Banks Dear Sir, Preservation of CCTV recordings Please refer to our circular DCM (Plg) No. 1712/10.27.00/2016-17 dated December 13, 2016 wherein the banks were advised to preserve the CCTV recordings of operations at bank branches and currency chests for the period from November 08, 2016 to December 30, 2016, until further instructions, to
RBI/2021-22/51 DCM(Plg).No. 51961/10.27.00/2021-22 June 8, 2021 The Chairman & Managing Director Chief Executive Officers All Banks Dear Sir, Preservation of CCTV recordings Please refer to our circular DCM (Plg) No. 1712/10.27.00/2016-17 dated December 13, 2016 wherein the banks were advised to preserve the CCTV recordings of operations at bank branches and currency chests for the period from November 08, 2016 to December 30, 2016, until further instructions, to
Jun 04, 2021
Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) - Revision in the threshold for aggregate exposure
RBI/2021-22/47 DOR.STR.REC.21/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and
RBI/2021-22/47 DOR.STR.REC.21/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and
Jun 04, 2021
Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and Small Businesses - Revision in the threshold for aggregate exposure
RBI/2021-22/46 DOR.STR.REC.20/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and
RBI/2021-22/46 DOR.STR.REC.20/21.04.048/2021-22 June 4, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and
May 31, 2021
Customer Due Diligence for transactions in Virtual Currencies (VC)
RBI/2021-22/45 DOR. AML.REC 18 /14.01.001/2021-22 May 31, 2021 All Commercial and Co-operative Banks / Payments Banks/ Small Finance Banks / NBFCs / Payment System Providers Madam / Dear Sir, Customer Due Diligence for transactions in Virtual Currencies (VC) It has come to our attention through media reports that certain banks/ regulated entities have cautioned their customers against dealing in virtual currencies by making a reference to the RBI circular DBR.No.BP.BC
RBI/2021-22/45 DOR. AML.REC 18 /14.01.001/2021-22 May 31, 2021 All Commercial and Co-operative Banks / Payments Banks/ Small Finance Banks / NBFCs / Payment System Providers Madam / Dear Sir, Customer Due Diligence for transactions in Virtual Currencies (VC) It has come to our attention through media reports that certain banks/ regulated entities have cautioned their customers against dealing in virtual currencies by making a reference to the RBI circular DBR.No.BP.BC
May 24, 2021
Amalgamation of District Central Co-operative Banks (DCCBs) with the State Co-operative Bank (StCB) - Guidelines
RBI/2021-22/42 DOR.RUR.REC.No.17/19.51.007/2021-22 May 24, 2021 All State and Central Cooperative Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Amalgamation of District Central Co-operative Banks (DCCBs) with the State Co-operative Bank (StCB) - Guidelines The Banking Regulation (Amendment) Act, 2020 (39 of 2020) has been notified for the State Co-operative Banks (StCBs) and District Central Co-operative Banks (DCCBs) with effect from, April 1, 2021 vide Notification dated December 23, 2020
RBI/2021-22/42 DOR.RUR.REC.No.17/19.51.007/2021-22 May 24, 2021 All State and Central Cooperative Banks Dear Sir/ Madam, Amalgamation of District Central Co-operative Banks (DCCBs) with the State Co-operative Bank (StCB) - Guidelines The Banking Regulation (Amendment) Act, 2020 (39 of 2020) has been notified for the State Co-operative Banks (StCBs) and District Central Co-operative Banks (DCCBs) with effect from, April 1, 2021 vide Notification dated December 23, 2020
May 11, 2021
Banking Regulation Act, 1949 - Section 26A Depositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 - Interest rates payable on unclaimed interest bearing deposit
RBI/2021-22/37 DoR.DEA.REC.No.16/30.01.002/2021-22 May 11, 2021 The Managing Director & CEO/Chief Executive OfficersAll 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/Payments Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Section 26A Depositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 – Interest rates payable on unclaimed interes
RBI/2021-22/37 DoR.DEA.REC.No.16/30.01.002/2021-22 May 11, 2021 The Managing Director & CEO/Chief Executive OfficersAll 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/Payments Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Banking Regulation Act, 1949 – Section 26A Depositor Education and Awareness Fund Scheme, 2014 – Interest rates payable on unclaimed interes
May 10, 2021
Amendment to the Master Direction (MD) on KYC
RBI/2021-22/35 DOR.AML.REC.No.15/14.01.001/2021-22 May 10, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Sir, Amendment to the Master Direction (MD) on KYC Please refer to the Master Direction (MD) on KYC dated February 25, 2016, as amended from time to time, in terms of which Regulated Entities (REs) have to undertake Customer Due Diligence (CDD) while dealing with the customers as per the process laid out therein. 2. In this regard, on a review, it
RBI/2021-22/35 DOR.AML.REC.No.15/14.01.001/2021-22 May 10, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Sir, Amendment to the Master Direction (MD) on KYC Please refer to the Master Direction (MD) on KYC dated February 25, 2016, as amended from time to time, in terms of which Regulated Entities (REs) have to undertake Customer Due Diligence (CDD) while dealing with the customers as per the process laid out therein. 2. In this regard, on a review, it
May 06, 2021
Exclusion of “Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2021-22/33 DoR.RET.REC.14/12.07.150/2021-22 May 06, 2021 All Banks Madam/Sir Exclusion of “Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd” has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 with effect from November 27, 2020 vide Notification DOR.PSBD.No.1849/16.01.067/2020-21 dated December 17, 2020, which is published in the Gazette of India (Part I
RBI/2021-22/33 DoR.RET.REC.14/12.07.150/2021-22 May 06, 2021 All Banks Madam/Sir Exclusion of “Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd” from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that the “Lakshmi Vilas Bank Ltd” has been excluded from the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 with effect from November 27, 2020 vide Notification DOR.PSBD.No.1849/16.01.067/2020-21 dated December 17, 2020, which is published in the Gazette of India (Part I
May 05, 2021
Resolution Framework 2.0 - Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)
RBI/2021-22/32 DOR.STR.REC.12/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework 2.0 – Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and M
RBI/2021-22/32 DOR.STR.REC.12/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework 2.0 – Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Micro, Small and M
May 05, 2021
Resolution Framework - 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and Small Businesses
RBI/2021-22/31 DOR.STR.REC.11/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework – 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and S
RBI/2021-22/31 DOR.STR.REC.11/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Resolution Framework – 2.0: Resolution of Covid-19 related stress of Individuals and S
May 05, 2021
Credit to MSME Entrepreneurs
RBI/2021-22/30 DoR.RET.REC.09/12.01.001/2021-22 May 05, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Credit to MSME Entrepreneurs Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.37/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 5, 2021, on captioned subject. 2. In terms of the above circular, Scheduled Commercial Banks were allowed to deduct the amount equivalent to credit disbursed to new MSME borrowers from their Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) for calculation of the Cash Rese
RBI/2021-22/30 DoR.RET.REC.09/12.01.001/2021-22 May 05, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Madam/Sir Credit to MSME Entrepreneurs Please refer to our circular DOR.No.Ret.BC.37/12.01.001/2020-21 dated February 5, 2021, on captioned subject. 2. In terms of the above circular, Scheduled Commercial Banks were allowed to deduct the amount equivalent to credit disbursed to new MSME borrowers from their Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) for calculation of the Cash Rese
May 05, 2021
Periodic Updation of KYC - Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance
RBI/2021-22/29 DOR. AML.REC 13/14.01.001/2021-22 May 5, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Sir, Periodic Updation of KYC – Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance Please refer to Section 38 of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016, in terms of which Regulated Entities (REs) have to carry out periodic updation of KYC of existing customers. Keeping in view the current COVID-19 related restrictions in various parts
RBI/2021-22/29 DOR. AML.REC 13/14.01.001/2021-22 May 5, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Sir, Periodic Updation of KYC – Restrictions on Account Operations for Non-compliance Please refer to Section 38 of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016, in terms of which Regulated Entities (REs) have to carry out periodic updation of KYC of existing customers. Keeping in view the current COVID-19 related restrictions in various parts
May 05, 2021
Utilisation of Floating Provisions/Counter Cyclical Provisioning Buffer
RBI/2021-22/28 DOR.STR.REC.10/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks and Payments Banks) Dear Sir/ Madam, Utilisation of Floating Provisions/Counter Cyclical Provisioning Buffer Please refer to our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.89/21.04.048/2005-06 dated June 22, 2006 and DBOD.No.BP.BC.68/21.04.048/2006-07 dated March 13, 2007 on creation, accounting, disclosures and utilisation of floating provisions by banks. Banks may
RBI/2021-22/28 DOR.STR.REC.10/21.04.048/2021-22 May 5, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Regional Rural Banks and Payments Banks) Dear Sir/ Madam, Utilisation of Floating Provisions/Counter Cyclical Provisioning Buffer Please refer to our circular DBOD.No.BP.BC.89/21.04.048/2005-06 dated June 22, 2006 and DBOD.No.BP.BC.68/21.04.048/2006-07 dated March 13, 2007 on creation, accounting, disclosures and utilisation of floating provisions by banks. Banks may
Apr 27, 2021
Guidelines for Appointment of Statutory Central Auditors (SCAs)/Statutory Auditors (SAs) of Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs), UCBs and NBFCs (including HFCs)
RBI/2021-22/25 Ref.No.DoS.CO.ARG/SEC.01/08.91.001/2021-22 April 27, 2021 The Chairman/Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer,All Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs)All Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) (Including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Guidelines for Appointment of Statutory Central Auditors (SCAs)/Statutory Auditors (SAs) of Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs), UCBs and NBFCs (including HFCs) The fol
RBI/2021-22/25 Ref.No.DoS.CO.ARG/SEC.01/08.91.001/2021-22 April 27, 2021 The Chairman/Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer,All Commercial Banks (Excluding RRBs)All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs)All Non-Banking Finance Companies (NBFCs) (Including Housing Finance Companies) Madam/Dear Sir, Guidelines for Appointment of Statutory Central Auditors (SCAs)/Statutory Auditors (SAs) of Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs), UCBs and NBFCs (including HFCs) The fol
Apr 26, 2021
Corporate Governance in Banks - Appointment of Directors and Constitution of Committees of the Board
RBI/2021-22/24 DOR.GOV.REC.8/29.67.001/2021-22 April 26, 2021 To Commercial Banks (as per applicability) Madam / Sir, Corporate Governance in Banks - Appointment of Directors and Constitution of Committees of the Board A Discussion Paper on ‘Governance in Commercial Banks in India’ was issued by the Reserve Bank on June 11, 2020 to review the framework for governance in the commercial banks. Based on the feedback received, a comprehensive review of the framework has b
RBI/2021-22/24 DOR.GOV.REC.8/29.67.001/2021-22 April 26, 2021 To Commercial Banks (as per applicability) Madam / Sir, Corporate Governance in Banks - Appointment of Directors and Constitution of Committees of the Board A Discussion Paper on ‘Governance in Commercial Banks in India’ was issued by the Reserve Bank on June 11, 2020 to review the framework for governance in the commercial banks. Based on the feedback received, a comprehensive review of the framework has b
Apr 22, 2021
Declaration of dividends by banks
RBI/2021-22/23 DOR.ACC.REC.7/21.02.067/2021-22 April 22, 2021 All Commercial Banks and Cooperative Banks, Madam / Sir, Declaration of dividends by banks Please refer to our circular DOR.BP.BC.No.29/21.02.067/2020-21 dated December 4, 2020, and other associated circulars on the captioned subject. 2. In view of the continuing uncertainty caused by the ongoing second wave of COVID-19 in the country, it is crucial that banks remain resilient and proactively raise and cons
RBI/2021-22/23 DOR.ACC.REC.7/21.02.067/2021-22 April 22, 2021 All Commercial Banks and Cooperative Banks, Madam / Sir, Declaration of dividends by banks Please refer to our circular DOR.BP.BC.No.29/21.02.067/2020-21 dated December 4, 2020, and other associated circulars on the captioned subject. 2. In view of the continuing uncertainty caused by the ongoing second wave of COVID-19 in the country, it is crucial that banks remain resilient and proactively raise and cons
Apr 12, 2021
Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit- Extension
RBI/2021-22/21 DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 April 12, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit-Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide DBR.Dir.BC.No.69/04.02.001/2019-20 dated May 13, 2020. 2. In this connection, Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equaliza
RBI/2021-22/21 DOR.CRE.REC.06/04.02.001/2021-22 April 12, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding RRBs) Small Finance Banks, Primary (Urban) Cooperative Banks and EXIM Bank Dear Sir / Madam, Interest Equalization Scheme on Pre and Post Shipment Rupee Export Credit-Extension Please refer to the instructions issued vide DBR.Dir.BC.No.69/04.02.001/2019-20 dated May 13, 2020. 2. In this connection, Government of India has approved the extension of Interest Equaliza
Apr 08, 2021
Enhancement of limit of maximum balance per customer at end of the day from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh - Payments Banks (PBs)
RBI/2021-22/20 DoR.LIC.REC.5/16.13.218/2021-22 April 8, 2021 Chief Executive Officers of Payments Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Enhancement of limit of maximum balance per customer at end of the day from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh – Payments Banks (PBs) Please refer to paragraph 3 of Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated April 7, 2021 on the above subject. 2. In terms of paragraph 4(i) of the ‘Guidelines for Licensing of Payments Banks’ (Licensing Guidelines) dated
RBI/2021-22/20 DoR.LIC.REC.5/16.13.218/2021-22 April 8, 2021 Chief Executive Officers of Payments Banks Dear Sir/Madam, Enhancement of limit of maximum balance per customer at end of the day from ₹1 lakh to ₹2 lakh – Payments Banks (PBs) Please refer to paragraph 3 of Statement on Developmental and Regulatory Policies dated April 7, 2021 on the above subject. 2. In terms of paragraph 4(i) of the ‘Guidelines for Licensing of Payments Banks’ (Licensing Guidelines) dated
Apr 08, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967 and Security Council Resolution: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List & Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)Order, 2017
RBI/2021-22/19 DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 April 08, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967 and Security Council Resolution: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List & Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)Order, 2017 Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on April 01, 2021, i
RBI/2021-22/19 DoR.AML.REC.03/14.06.001/2021-22 April 08, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967 and Security Council Resolution: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List & Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK)Order, 2017 Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on April 01, 2021, i
Apr 07, 2021
Asset Classification and Income Recognition following the expiry of Covid-19 regulatory package
RBI/2021-22/17 DOR.STR.REC.4/21.04.048/2021-22 April 7, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Asset Classification and Income Recognition following the expiry of Covid-19 regulato
RBI/2021-22/17 DOR.STR.REC.4/21.04.048/2021-22 April 7, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All All-India Financial Institutions All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Asset Classification and Income Recognition following the expiry of Covid-19 regulato
Apr 05, 2021
Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015
RBI/2021-22/13 DoR.AUT.REC.2/23.67.001/2021-22 April 5, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22, 2015
RBI/2021-22/13 DoR.AUT.REC.2/23.67.001/2021-22 April 5, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam Gold Monetization Scheme (GMS), 2015 In exercise of the powers conferred on the Reserve Bank of India under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, the RBI makes the following amendments in the Reserve Bank of India (Gold Monetization Scheme, 2015) Master Direction No.DBR.IBD.No.45/23.67.003/2015-16 dated October 22, 2015
Apr 01, 2021
Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC - KYC norms for Self Help Groups (SHGs)
RBI/2021-22/10 DOR.AML.BC.No.1/14.01.001/2021-22 April 1, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the banks Madam/Sir, Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC – KYC norms for Self Help Groups (SHGs) Please refer to Section 43 of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016 as amended from time to time, wherein simplified norms for Self Help Groups (SHGs) have been stipulated. 2. In this regard, on a review, it has been decided to amend clause (c) of Section 43 to
RBI/2021-22/10 DOR.AML.BC.No.1/14.01.001/2021-22 April 1, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the banks Madam/Sir, Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC – KYC norms for Self Help Groups (SHGs) Please refer to Section 43 of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016 as amended from time to time, wherein simplified norms for Self Help Groups (SHGs) have been stipulated. 2. In this regard, on a review, it has been decided to amend clause (c) of Section 43 to
Mar 30, 2021
Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts- Amendments to Prudential Guidelines
RBI/2020-21/115 DOR.CAP.51/21.06.201/2020-21 March 30, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts- Amendments to Prudential Guidelines The Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts Act, 2020 (hereafter referred to as “the Act”), has been notified by the Government of India vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 3463(E) dated October 1, 2020. The Act provides a legal fra
RBI/2020-21/115 DOR.CAP.51/21.06.201/2020-21 March 30, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (excluding Regional Rural Banks) Madam / Dear Sir, Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts- Amendments to Prudential Guidelines The Bilateral Netting of Qualified Financial Contracts Act, 2020 (hereafter referred to as “the Act”), has been notified by the Government of India vide Gazette Notification No. S.O. 3463(E) dated October 1, 2020. The Act provides a legal fra
Mar 24, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List - Amendment of 8 entries
RBI/2020-21/111 DOR.AML.BC.No.50/14.06.001/2020-21 March 24, 2021 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List – Amendment of 8 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on March 23, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in ter
RBI/2020-21/111 DOR.AML.BC.No.50/14.06.001/2020-21 March 24, 2021 The Chairpersons/CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List – Amendment of 8 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on March 23, 2021, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure that in ter
Mar 23, 2021
Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC - Procedure for Implementation of Section 51A of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
RBI/2020-21/110 DOR.AML.REC.48/14.01.001/2020-21 March 23, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC – Procedure for Implementation of Section 51A of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 Please refer to Chapter IX (‘Requirements/obligations under International Agreements Communications from International Agencies’) of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016. In terms of ins
RBI/2020-21/110 DOR.AML.REC.48/14.01.001/2020-21 March 23, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Dear Sir/Madam, Amendment to Master Direction (MD) on KYC – Procedure for Implementation of Section 51A of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967 Please refer to Chapter IX (‘Requirements/obligations under International Agreements Communications from International Agencies’) of the Master Direction on KYC dated February 25, 2016. In terms of ins
Mar 23, 2021
Large Exposures Framework - Deferment of applicability of limits on non-centrally cleared derivatives exposures
RBI/2020-21/109 DOR.No.CRE.BC.47/21.01.003/2020-21 March 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payments BanksLocal Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Deferment of applicability of limits on non-centrally cleared derivatives exposures Please refer to circular No.DOR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2019-20 dated March 23, 2020 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. On a review it has been decided that
RBI/2020-21/109 DOR.No.CRE.BC.47/21.01.003/2020-21 March 23, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payments BanksLocal Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Deferment of applicability of limits on non-centrally cleared derivatives exposures Please refer to circular No.DOR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2019-20 dated March 23, 2020 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF). 2. On a review it has been decided that
Mar 12, 2021
Data Format for Furnishing of Credit Information to Credit Information Companies and other Regulatory Measures
RBI/2020-21/106 DoR.FIN.REC.46/20.16.056/2020-21 March 12, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) All Credit Information Companies Madam / Sir,
RBI/2020-21/106 DoR.FIN.REC.46/20.16.056/2020-21 March 12, 2021 All Commercial Banks (including Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) excluding Payment Banks All Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks/State Co-operative Banks/ District Central Co-operative Banks All-India Financial Institutions (Exim Bank, NABARD, NHB and SIDBI) All Non-Banking Financial Companies (including Housing Finance Companies) All Credit Information Companies Madam / Sir,
Feb 24, 2021
Large Exposures Framework - Exemptions
RBI/2020-21/104 DOR.No.CRE.BC.45/21.01.003/2020-21 February 24, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Exemptions Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF) 2. Paragraph 3 of the Annex to the above circular specifies the exposures that are exempt from the LEF. On a r
RBI/2020-21/104 DOR.No.CRE.BC.45/21.01.003/2020-21 February 24, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks (Excluding Small Finance Banks, Payments Banks Local Area Banks and Regional Rural Banks) Dear Sir/Madam, Large Exposures Framework – Exemptions Please refer to circular No.DBR.No.BP.BC.43/21.01.003/2018-19 dated June 03, 2019 on Large Exposures Framework (LEF) 2. Paragraph 3 of the Annex to the above circular specifies the exposures that are exempt from the LEF. On a r
Feb 24, 2021
Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List - Amendment of 92 entries
RBI/2020-21/103 DOR.AML.BC.No.44/14.06.001/2020-21 February 24, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List – Amendment of 92 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on December 18, 2020, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure tha
RBI/2020-21/103 DOR.AML.BC.No.44/14.06.001/2020-21 February 24, 2021 The Chairpersons/ CEOs of all the Regulated Entities Madam/Dear Sir, Implementation of Section 51A of UAPA, 1967: Updates to UNSC’s 1267/ 1989 ISIL (Da'esh) & Al-Qaida Sanctions List – Amendment of 92 entries Please refer to Section 51 of our Master Direction on Know Your Customer dated February 25, 2016 as amended on December 18, 2020, in terms of which “Regulated Entities (REs) shall ensure tha
Feb 23, 2021
Inclusion of “Fino Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934
RBI/2020-21/102 DOR.No.Ret.BC.43/12.07.150/2020-21 February 22, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Fino Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Fino Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.NBD.No.2138/16.03.005/2020-21 dated January 01, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Sect
RBI/2020-21/102 DOR.No.Ret.BC.43/12.07.150/2020-21 February 22, 2021 All Scheduled Commercial Banks Dear Sir/Madam Inclusion of “Fino Payments Bank Limited” in the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 We advise that “Fino Payments Bank Limited” has been included in the Second Schedule to the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 vide Notification DoR.NBD.No.2138/16.03.005/2020-21 dated January 01, 2021 and published in the Gazette of India (Part III - Sect
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