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RBI, Banks & NBFC— Rules & Concept

1.Core Concept

Read this first — the foundation of the topic

RBI (Reserve Bank of India) is India's central bank that controls monetary policy. Commercial Banks accept deposits and give loans. NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial Companies) provide financial services but cannot accept demand deposits

KEY RULES AND STRUCTURE

RBI acts as the banker's bank and government's banker. It issues currency, controls money supply, and regulates all banks. Commercial banks operate under RBI's supervision with minimum capital requirements. NBFCs need RBI registration but have different rules than banks.

2.Formula Block

Memorise — at least one formula appears in every paper
Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) = (Cash with RBI / Net Demand and Time Liabilities) × 100
Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) = (Liquid Assets / Net Demand and Time Liabilities) × 100
Base Rate = Cost of Funds + Operating Costs + Minimum Return + Risk Premium

3.Exam Patterns

What examiners ask — read before attempting PYQs

SSC CGL frequently asks about RBI governors, establishment dates, headquarters, and current rates. Questions on banking licenses, NBFC categories, and recent policy changes appear regularly. Numerical problems on CRR/SLR calculations are common.

4.Shortcuts

Use these to save 30–60 seconds per question

Remember 'CHIMES' for RBI functions: Currency issue, Holds government accounts, Issues licenses, Monetary policy, Exchange rate management, Supervision of banks.

5.Worked Example

Solve this step-by-step before moving on
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Step 1

Identify given values - Deposits = ₹1000 crore, CRR = 4%

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Apply formula - CRR amount = Deposits × CRR rate

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Calculate - ₹1000 crore × 4% = ₹40 crore Answer: The bank must keep ₹40 crore with RBI. WORKED EXAMPLE 2: A bank has ₹500 crore deposits. If SLR is 18% and it holds ₹80 crore in government securities, is it compliant?

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Calculate required SLR amount = ₹500 crore × 18% = ₹90 crore

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Compare with actual holdings = ₹80 crore

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Analysis - Required ₹90 crore > Actual ₹80 crore Answer: No, the bank is not SLR compliant. It needs ₹10 crore more in liquid assets. SHORTCUT FOR NBFC TYPES: Use 'HIMALAYAN' - Housing finance, Investment companies, Micro-finance, Asset finance, Loan companies, Asset Reconstruction, Year-end companies, Asset management, Non-deposit taking.

6.Exam Traps

Common mistakes students make — avoid these

The #1 trap students fall into is confusing NBFC powers with bank powers. Remember: NBFCs CANNOT accept demand deposits (current/savings accounts), issue cheques, or be part of payment systems. They can only take term deposits above ₹1 lakh with minimum 12-month maturity.

Many students incorrectly think NBFCs can do everything banks can do. CURRENT RATES TRICK: For quick memorization, remember that CRR is usually lower than SLR. CRR affects immediate liquidity while SLR ensures long-term security. Repo rate is the rate at which RBI lends to banks, while reverse repo is when RBI borrows from banks.

Key Points to Remember

  • RBI established on April 1, 1935, nationalized in 1949, headquarters in Mumbai
  • CRR Formula: (Cash with RBI / NDTL) × 100 - currently around 4.50%
  • SLR Formula: (Liquid Assets / NDTL) × 100 - currently around 18%
  • NBFCs cannot accept demand deposits, issue cheques, or be part of payment settlement
  • Minimum paid-up capital for new banks is ₹500 crore, for NBFCs it's ₹2 crore
  • Base Rate = Cost of Funds + Operating Cost + Minimum Return + Risk Premium
  • RBI functions: CHIMES - Currency, Holdings, Issues, Monetary, Exchange, Supervision
  • NBFC deposit rule: Minimum ₹1 lakh, minimum 12 months maturity
  • Current RBI Governor: Shaktikanta Das (25th Governor since December 2018)
  • Banks need both RBI license and banking license, NBFCs need only RBI registration

Exam-Specific Tips

  • RBI established under RBI Act 1934, started operations April 1, 1935
  • Shaktikanta Das is 25th RBI Governor, appointed December 12, 2018
  • Minimum capital for new private banks: ₹500 crore
  • NBFC minimum net owned fund requirement: ₹2 crore
  • RBI headquarters: Mumbai, Central Office established 1937
  • Banking Regulation Act 1949 governs commercial banks in India
  • NBFC cannot accept deposits below ₹1 lakh or less than 12 months
  • Priority Sector Lending target for banks: 40% of ANBC or CEOBE
Practice MCQs

RBI, Banks & NBFC — Practice Questions

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Practice 1easy

Which of the following is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?

Practice 2easy

Under which ministry is the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme implemented?

Practice 3easy

Which of the following is the primary function of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

Practice 4easy

Under which ministry is the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana (PMMY) implemented?

Practice 5easy

Which of the following is the primary function of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

Practice 6easy

Which ministry is responsible for the implementation of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme?

Practice 7easy

The Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana was launched in which year?

Practice 8easy

Which of the following best describes the difference between a Bank and a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)?

Practice 9easy

What is the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) primarily designed to achieve?

Practice 10easy

What is the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) primarily used for by the RBI?

Practice 11easy

What is the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) that commercial banks must maintain with the RBI?

Practice 12easy

Which of the following is NOT a function of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in India?

Practice 13easy

Which of the following is the primary function of the Reverse Repo Rate set by the RBI?

Practice 14easy

What is the primary purpose of the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) requirement imposed by the RBI on banks?

Practice 15medium

Which of the following is NOT a function of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

Practice 16medium

Which of the following is the primary function of the Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) as mandated by the Reserve Bank of India?

Practice 17medium

Which of the following is the primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)?

Practice 18medium

The Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana was launched to provide collateral-free loans to which sector?

Practice 19medium

As per RBI guidelines, the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) is the percentage of deposits that commercial banks must maintain as reserves with the RBI. Which of the following best describes the purpose of CRR?

Practice 20medium

The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) requires commercial banks to maintain a certain percentage of their net demand and time liabilities in which form?

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60-Second Revision — RBI, Banks & NBFC

  • Remember: NBFCs cannot accept demand deposits, issue cheques, or participate in payment systems
  • Formula: CRR = Cash with RBI/NDTL × 100, SLR = Liquid Assets/NDTL × 100
  • Trap: Don't confuse NBFC powers with bank powers - NBFCs have limited deposit-taking ability
  • Current rates: CRR around 4.50%, SLR around 18% (verify latest before exam)
  • Key dates: RBI Act 1934, operations from April 1935, nationalized 1949
  • CHIMES trick for RBI functions: Currency, Holdings, Issues, Monetary, Exchange, Supervision
  • NBFC minimum: ₹2 crore capital, ₹1 lakh minimum deposits, 12-month minimum maturity
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