The Reserve Bank of India has announced updated fixed deposit rules for small finance banks, effective 1 October, under its Second Amendment Directions, 2026.
The new rules are aimed at bringing more clarity, transparency, consistency, and fairness for depositors
Aug 04, 2026
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What's the storyThe Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced new guidelines for small finance banks (SFBs) on fixed deposit (FD) interest rates and related matters.
The changes were announced under the 'Reserve Bank of India (Small Finance Banks - Interest Rate on Deposits) Second Amendment Directions, 2026,' and will come into effect from October 1.
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