The guidelines require banks to perform independent credit appraisal, enforce unsecured consumer credit limits, and verify promoter equity sources. By enhancing internal controls and scenario testing, the RBI aims to prevent adverse selection and credit concentration risks.
The issue involved aligning capital requirements with the scale and complexity of NBFCs. The Directions mandate differentiated capital, CET1, and leverage requirements based on regulatory layers.
The RBI has introduced comprehensive credit reporting norms for Small Finance Banks to ensure standardized, timely, and accurate borrower data. The framework strengthens transparency, SHG reporting, and data quality monitoring.
RBI’s 2025 Directions set out comprehensive guidelines for issuing credit, debit, and co-branded cards by small finance banks, focusing on customer protection and risk management.
The circular introduces consolidated Directions governing credit facilities for Small Finance Banks. It outlines RBI’s mandate, regulatory safeguards, and immediate applicability.
New Directions mandate a fair, transparent, two-stage process with notice, disclosure, and hearing before tagging a borrower as a wilful defaulter. The key takeaway is strengthened natural justice alongside tighter credit discipline.
RBI introduces a unified framework ensuring transparent, non-discriminatory interest rates on all domestic and non-resident deposits. Key takeaway: SFBs must follow strict policies on rate setting, premature withdrawals, and disclosure.
RBI introduces a detailed framework allowing SFBs to issue long-term bonds with CRR/SLR and PSL benefits. The Directions aim to boost infrastructure and affordable housing finance.
The regulator has rolled out a comprehensive framework for early identification and time-bound resolution of stressed assets by NBFCs. The key takeaway is stricter governance, faster resolution timelines, and enhanced supervisory scrutiny to prevent evergreening and protect credit discipline.
RBI introduces 2025 prudential norms to ensure Small Finance Banks maintain adequate capital buffers for risk management and financial stability.
