RBI Withdraws 9,445 Circulars Following Consolidation into 244 Master Directions

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RBI circular withdrawal

Circular no. DOR.RRC.REC.302/33-01-010/2025-26 dated 28-11-2025; Dated: 28.11.2025

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released 244 consolidated Master Directions that unify all instructions issued by the Department of Regulation and the departments merged into it. This initiative aims to simplify regulatory compliance and provide a single reference point for all relevant instructions.

1. Key Highlights

1.1 Consolidation of Instructions

  • All active instructions from the concerned departments have been consolidated into the 244 Master Directions.
  • Obsolete, redundant, or superseded instructions have been excluded, ensuring clarity and ease of reference for regulated entities.

1.2 Withdrawal of Circulars

  • A total of 9,445 circulars listed in the annex of the Master Directions have been withdrawn.
  • The withdrawn circulars are either:
    1. Merged into the new Master Directions, or
    2. Redundant, with no further relevance.

1.3 Continuity of Past Actions

  • Actions or proceedings initiated under the withdrawn circulars will continue to be governed by the provisions of the earlier instructions.
  • This ensures that ongoing matters are not adversely affected by the consolidation.

2. Objective and Benefits

  • The consolidation provides regulatory clarity and reduces the burden of cross-referencing multiple circulars.
  • Regulated entities can now refer to a single document for compliance requirements issued by the Department of Regulation and merged departments.
  • It enhances transparency, accessibility, and operational efficiency in adhering to RBI instructions.
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Taxmann Publications has a dedicated in-house Research & Editorial Team. This team consists of a team of Chartered Accountants, Company Secretaries, and Lawyers. This team works under the guidance and supervision of editor-in-chief Mr Rakesh Bhargava.

The Research and Editorial Team is responsible for developing reliable and accurate content for the readers. The team follows the six-sigma approach to achieve the benchmark of zero error in its publications and research platforms. The team ensures that the following publication guidelines are thoroughly followed while developing the content:

  • The statutory material is obtained only from the authorized and reliable sources
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  • Prepare the analytical write-ups on current, controversial, and important issues to help the readers to understand the concept and its implications
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  • All evidence-based statements are supported with proper reference to Section, Circular No., Notification No. or citations
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