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5 November 2025

RBI Directions, 2025 | Breaking Down The New Compliance Framework For Banks & NBFCs (Video)

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In this episode, hosted by Jigar, we decode one of the most impactful regulatory updates in India's financial sector the RBI (Investment in AIF) Directions, 2025.
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In this episode, hosted by Jigar, we decode one of the most impactful regulatory updates in India's financial sector the RBI (Investment in AIF) Directions, 2025.

These Directions reshape how banks, NBFCs, and financial institutions invest in Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs), moving from a restrictive approach to a prudential, risk-weighted framework.

What this episode covers:

Who qualifies as a Regulated Entity (RE) under the new rules

The critical definitions of Debtor Company and exposure exclusions

The 10% and 20% investment limits for REs in AIF schemes

The new provisioning and capital deduction norms to curb evergreening

The effective date (January 1, 2026) and key compliance steps for REs

These Directions mark a mature evolution in financial regulation balancing opportunity with risk discipline.

Tune in to understand how this will redefine institutional participation in India's AIF landscape.

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