RBI Is Coming Down Hard on NBFCs — Are You Prepared?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is sending a strong message to the NBFC sector: regulatory compliance is critical. Over the last year, RBI has taken serious enforcement actions against both large and mid-sized NBFCs for non-compliance and operational gaps.
If you’re part of the NBFC or fintech ecosystem, it’s time to review your compliance framework before it’s too late.
Major NBFCs Faced Restrictions
Top names like DMI Finance, Navi Finserv, Asirvad Micro Finance, and Arohan were prohibited from issuing new loans due to:
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Overcharging borrowers with high interest rates
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Weak income verification processes
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Non-compliance with asset classification norms
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Improper outsourcing practices and disclosure failures
Penalties Across the Sector
Beyond loan restrictions, RBI also imposed penalties on 37 NBFCs for violations such as:
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Inadequate KYC and anti-money laundering (AML) processes
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Breaches of digital lending guidelines
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Delayed fraud and cybersecurity incident reporting
Even well-established institutions like Shriram Finance were fined for allowing loan repayments via third-party accounts, violating RBI’s digital repayment norms.
The Message Is Clear: Compliance Is Non-Negotiable
These actions make it evident that even small compliance gaps can result in:
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Regulatory bans
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Severe financial penalties
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Long-term reputational harm
To avoid falling under RBI’s scanner, NBFCs must strengthen internal controls, improve risk management, and ensure end-to-end adherence to the latest regulatory mandates.
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