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RBI Provisioning Norms for NBFCs

Fema / RBI : RBI has standardized the 90-day NPA classification rule across all NBFC categories, including NBFC-BL entities, effective 31 March...

May 22, 2026 651 Views 0 comment Print

NBFCs in India: Legal Framework, Classification, SBR & Compliance Guide

Fema / RBI : The article explains that a company qualifies as an NBFC only when more than 50% of both its assets and income arise from financia...

May 22, 2026 507 Views 0 comment Print

Unregistered Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)

Fema / RBI : RBI has created a new category called Unregistered Type 1 NBFC for companies operating only with internal or group funds and witho...

May 13, 2026 750 Views 2 comments Print

RBI’s NBFC Exemption: Unlocking a Surge of Specialized Lenders?

Fema / RBI : RBI plans to ease registration norms for low-risk NBFCs to reduce compliance burden. The move aims to encourage innovation while m...

April 13, 2026 474 Views 0 comment Print

NBFC Registration Mandatory Above ₹1,000 Crore Because RBI Revises Framework

Fema / RBI : The draft directions require compulsory registration once assets cross ₹1,000 crore. Regulatory intensity now rises with systemi...

February 27, 2026 1233 Views 0 comment Print


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Draft RBI (NBFC – Scale Based Regulation) Amendment Directions, 2025

Fema / RBI : RBI drafts amendments to NBFC Scale Based Regulation, introducing 'High-quality infrastructure projects' and tiered risk weights o...

October 27, 2025 2619 Views 0 comment Print

RBI (NBFCs – Lending to Related Parties) Directions, 2025 – Draft

Fema / RBI : The RBI's draft directions for NBFCs, effective April 1, 2026, revise guidelines on lending to 'related parties' to manage conflic...

October 6, 2025 3342 Views 0 comment Print

Audit of NBFCs: ICAI advises members to fully adhere to RBI circular

CA, CS, CMA : RBI prescribes that an audit firm can concurrently take up audit of maximum of eight NBFCs during a year, irrespective of the asse...

April 26, 2022 9243 Views 0 comment Print


Latest Judiciary


RBI Must Reconsider NBFC Surrender Plea After Hearing: Calcutta HC

Fema / RBI : The Court held that rejection of NBFC registration surrender solely due to meeting PBC was unsustainable without giving an opportu...

May 3, 2026 348 Views 0 comment Print

ITAT Mumbai Allows Bad Debt Claim on Irrecoverable NBFC Loan of ₹5 Cr

Income Tax : An NBFC's claim for on an irrecoverable loan was allowed by the ITAT, which overturned the disallowance. The court ruled that non-...

October 5, 2025 933 Views 1 comment Print

Disallowance on basis that ESOP expenses is contingent in nature cannot be sustained

Income Tax : ITAT Mumbai held the disallowance on basis that the ESOP expenses is contingent in nature cannot be sustained. However, amount cla...

September 27, 2025 774 Views 0 comment Print

NOF Default: Delhi HC Orders RBI to Reconsider NBFC Registration Cancellation  

Fema / RBI : Delhi High Court sets aside RBI's cancellation of NBFC registration for failure to meet Rs. 200 Lakh NOF, directs fresh review of ...

October 14, 2024 1152 Views 0 comment Print

Banks and NBFCs obliged to adopt restructuring process before classification of account as NPA: Supreme Court

Corporate Law : Supreme Court held that Banks/ Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) are obliged to adopt restructuring process of MSME as conte...

August 9, 2024 1332 Views 0 comment Print


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RBI (NBFCs – Income Recognition, Asset Classification and Provisioning) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : NBFCs can retain or upgrade borrower accounts to standard upon resolution plan implementation. The amendment balances borrower rel...

April 29, 2026 666 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Invites Comments on Draft Directions for NBFC-UL Identification & Govt NBFC Inclusion

Fema / RBI : The RBI proposes replacing the existing dual methodology with a single asset-based criterion for identifying NBFC-UL entities. The...

April 10, 2026 687 Views 0 comment Print

RBI Permits Private Placement Beyond 200 Investors Due to UCB Sector Constraints

Fema / RBI : RBI’s Amendment Directions enable NUCFDC to raise capital beyond statutory private placement limits. The decision ensures broade...

February 26, 2026 504 Views 0 comment Print

RBI (Non-Banking Financial Companies – Credit Facilities) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The RBI amended NBFC Credit Facilities Directions to align asset classification and provisioning with updated prudential norms. Th...

February 13, 2026 798 Views 0 comment Print

RBI (NBFCs – Income Recognition, Asset Classification & Provisioning) Amendment Directions, 2026

Fema / RBI : The RBI has amended IRACP norms to permit NBFCs to factor in Default Loss Guarantee arrangements while computing Expected Credit L...

February 13, 2026 1410 Views 0 comment Print


Multiple NBFCs in a Group: Classification in Middle Layer

October 11, 2022 6624 Views 0 comment Print

If the consolidated asset (consolidation as per para 2 above) size of the Group is ₹1000 crore and above, then each Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ICC), Micro Finance Institution (NBFC-MFI), NBFC-Factor and Mortgage Guarantee Company (NBFC-MGC) lying in the Group shall be classified as an NBFC in the Middle Layer

List of NBFCs in Upper Layer under Scale Based Regulation for NBFCs

September 30, 2022 13722 Views 0 comment Print

Reserve Bank of India RBI releases list of NBFCs in the Upper Layer under Scale Based Regulation for NBFCs The Reserve Bank of India announced today the list of NBFCs in the Upper Layer under Scale Based Regulation for NBFCs. 2. The Reserve Bank had issued the Scale Based Regulation (SBR): A Revised Regulatory Framework for […]

Revised Regulatory Framework for NBFCs- Scale Based Regulation (SBR)

September 25, 2022 9363 Views 1 comment Print

Get to know the revised regulatory framework for NBFCs – Scale Based Regulation (SBR) and its impact on the financial industry.

Understanding NBFCs: Key Differences, RBI Regulations & Financial Activities

September 20, 2022 4632 Views 2 comments Print

Explore the world of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), their differences from banks, RBI regulations, and the 50-50 test. Learn how NBFCs operate in the financial landscape.

General understanding & requirements of NBFC before carrying on NBFC business

September 13, 2022 14478 Views 1 comment Print

Explore the general understanding and requirements of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) before engaging in business. Learn about the definition and categories of NBFCs, including the criteria for registration and exemptions. Understand the regulations applicable to different types of NBFCs, along with the responsibilities and compliance requirements for deposit-taking and non-deposit taking NBFCs. Differentiate NBFCs from banks and grasp the importance of various prudential regulations.

Key Points For NBFC Registration In India

July 26, 2022 12126 Views 0 comment Print

Uncover the intricacies of ratification in the context of the Companies Act, 2013. Learn how ratification absolves directors from personal liability arising from a breach of duty. Understand the provisions related to ratification and its interpretation by the court. Explore real cases and judgments shaping the concept of ratification. Stay informed about the nuances of ratification in the corporate landscape.

RBI Bans Loading of prepaid payment instruments (PPI) From Credit Lines

July 20, 2022 2955 Views 0 comment Print

Discover the RBIs latest directive banning the loading of prepaid payment instruments (PPI) from credit lines, impacting fintech entities, wallet providers, and non-banking financial companies. Uncover the legal framework, practices prior to the directive, and potential implications for PPI issuers. Stay informed about the applicability of the directive to both banks and non-bank PPI issuers, and the ongoing discussions within the fintech industry seeking government intervention.

Provisioning for Standard assets by NBFC – Upper Layer

June 6, 2022 4443 Views 0 comment Print

Reserve Bank of India RBI/2022-23/61 DOR.STR.REC.40/21.04.048/2022-23 June 6, 2022 All Non-Banking Financial Companies (Including Housing Finance Companies) Madam / Dear Sir, Provisioning for Standard assets by Non-Banking Financial Company – Upper Layer Please refer to the circular DOR.CRE.REC.No.60/03.10.001/2021-22 dated October 22, 2021 on “Scale Based Regulation (SBR): A Revised Regulatory Framework for NBFCs” wherein it was inter […]

Audit of NBFCs: ICAI advises members to fully adhere to RBI circular

April 26, 2022 9243 Views 0 comment Print

RBI prescribes that an audit firm can concurrently take up audit of maximum of eight NBFCs during a year, irrespective of the asset size of the auditee NBFC.

RBI extends guidelines on LEI to Primary UCBs & NBFCs

April 21, 2022 2166 Views 0 comment Print

On a review, it has been decided that the guidelines on LEI stand extended to Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) and Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs).

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