RBI Strengthens NBFC Concentration Risk Framework

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has strengthened the concentration risk framework for NBFCs to improve financial stability and reduce exposure risks. The revised norms aim to ensure better risk management, diversified lending practices, and stronger regulatory compliance across the NBFC sector.

RBI’s February 2026 Amendment: NBFCs Can Now Open Branches Without Prior Approval

The RBI has proposed a major amendment to NBFC branch authorisation norms, allowing eligible NBFCs to open branches without prior approval or intimation, marking a shift towards simplified, principle-based regulation.