The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) notified the Foreign Exchange Management (Export and Import of Goods and Services) Regulations, 2026 (Notification No. FEMA 23(R)/2026-RB dated January 13, 2026), superseding the 2015 export regulations and introducing a unified framework for goods and services exports and imports. Effective from October 1, 2026, these principle-based rules aim to…
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) notified the Reserve Bank – Integrated Ombudsman Scheme (RB-IOS), 2026 on 16 January 2026, replacing the 2021 scheme with the objective of further streamlining customer grievance redressal across RBI-regulated entities. The revised scheme will come into force from 1 July 2026 and reinforces the philosophy of “One Nation, One…
The RBI Priority Sector Lending (PSL) Master Directions, 2025, updated as on January 19, 2026, consolidate and supersede the earlier 2020 guidelines. These Directions apply to Commercial Banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks (SFBs), Local Area Banks (LABs), and Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs), excluding Salary Earners’ Banks. The revised framework aims to strengthen…
(This article clarifies on who is eligible ( the age, limit, qualification) including quantum of subsidy, bank loan and money to be bought up by the entrepreneur to start up a business for bank finance under PMEGP scheme.) Any individual, above 18 years of age. At least VIII standard pass for projects costing above Rs.10 lakh…
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises is operating a scheme namely “Credit Linked Capital Subsidy Scheme (CLCSS) for technology upgradation of Micro and Small Enterprises. If you are a MSE (Micro & Small Enterprise) manufacturer and if you want to modernize your equipment/plant/machineries, you may get capital subsidy of up to Rs.15 lakh…
This article examines the key elements of RBI’s Master Directions on Fraud Risk Management, focusing on RFAs, EWS, staff accountability, and governance requirements. Red Flagged Accounts (RFA) A Red Flagged Account is identified when one or more Early Warning Signals indicate the possibility of fraudulent activity in a loan or credit facility. RBI mandates banks…
(To be verified before disbursement and safe custody) — A. Sanction & Acceptance ☐ Sanction terms communicated to borrower in writing ☐ Written acceptance obtained from borrower ☐ Written acceptance obtained from guarantor (where applicable) ☐ Sanction letter and acceptance kept on record — B. Stamp Duty & Stamping ☐ Document stamped before or at…
This article is to equip bank staff with a practical, compliance-oriented understanding of loan documentation, ensuring creation of legally valid, enforceable, and error-free loan documents. 1. What is Loan Documentation? Loan documentation refers to the systematic process of obtaining, executing, and preserving documents strictly in accordance with sanction terms, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements. Proper…
In view of enhancement in CGTMSE coverage up to Rs.2 crore from the earlier limit of Rs.1 crore, the Indian Banks Association (IBA) has formulated a common MSME loan application for adaption of all member bank of IBA. Scheduled Commercial Banks, Regional Rural Banks, and select Financial Institutions who are member institutions of CGTMSE extend…
Banks frequently receive garnishee orders from civil courts and attachment orders from the Income Tax Department, both of which require immediate and careful action. These orders mandate banks to freeze customer accounts and remit funds to creditors or tax authorities, subject to statutory conditions. Given the legal sensitivity involved, banks must act promptly, accurately, and…
