15 Red Flags That Can Shut Down Your NBFC
Every year, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancels licenses of several Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). Surprisingly, most cancellations are not due to fraud, but rather due to missed compliance, ...
Hero FinCorp’s ₹3,668 Cr IPO: What It Means for NBFCs
The Indian NBFC sector is witnessing a wave of IPOs, signaling strong growth and investor confidence. After HDB Financial Services, Hero FinCorp is now preparing to debut on the stock mar...
Newly Registered as an NBFC? Here’s What You Need to Know About Compliance
Getting your RBI license is a milestone worth celebrating—but it’s only the beginning of your NBFC journey. The real challenge starts with regulatory comp...
Is CERSAI Registration Mandatory for NBFCs?
One of the most common mistakes many NBFCs make is overlooking CERSAI registration. While compliance with RBI guidelines and customer onboarding processes get due attention, CERSAI often slips under the ...
Thinking of Becoming a SEBI-Registered Stock Broker?
A SEBI-registered stock broker license opens the door to operating legally in India’s capital markets. Whether you plan to trade in equities, derivatives, or other securities, you must mee...
Want to Enter India’s Booming Lending Sector—Without Waiting Years?
India’s lending market is expanding at an unprecedented pace—driven by fintech innovation, rising credit demand, and digital-first borrowers. But setting u...
Rising NPAs Are a Wake-Up Call for NBFCs
India’s NBFC sector is under pressure. The alarming rise in Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) is sending a clear signal—NBFCs need to act now.
From unsecured personal loans to SME and rural lendin...
Is Your NBFC Making These Costly Mistakes?
In recent years, the Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector in India has witnessed rapid growth—but also increased regulatory scrutiny. From RBI license cancellations to skyrocketing NPAs, many...
Avoid These 10 Common Mistakes When Registering an AIF
Registering an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) with SEBI is a crucial step for fund managers and institutions looking to enter India’s alternative investment space. However, the regist...
⚠️ Is Your NBFC Prepared for RBI Scrutiny?
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has intensified its oversight of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), and non-compliance—whether intentional or not—can lead to serious repercussions.
Fr...
RBI Fines Shriram Finance Limited: A Big Warning for NBFCs & Fintechs
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty on Shriram Finance Limited, one of India’s leading NBFCs, for violating the central bank’s digital lending ...
Thinking of Buying an NBFC? Here’s How to Do It Right
Acquiring a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) can be a strategic move that opens doors to new business opportunities, especially in lending, fintech, and microfinance sectors. But here...
RBI Set to Tighten Supervisory Norms for NBFCs in FY26: A Shift Toward Stricter Oversight
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is poised to implement tighter supervisory norms for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) in FY26, with a particular focus...
🚨 NBFCs, Time to Gear Up for RBI’s Net Owned Fund (NOF) Deadline!
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued a clear directive, and the clock is ticking for all NBFCs!
As per the Master Direction – RBI (NBFC – Scale Based Reg...
⚠️ SEBI Cracks Down on Unregistered Investment Advisors — Are You Compliant?
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently issued a strict warning to individuals and firms offering investment advice without proper registrati...
❌ Top Reasons Why NBFC License Applications Get Rejected
1. Weak Business Plan and Unrealistic Projections
The RBI expects applicants to submit a well-defined, sector-focused business plan backed by in-depth market research and practical financia...
Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) are essential players in India's financial ecosystem. They provide crucial financial services such as loans, credit facilities, asset financing and investment services, often reaching segments of the popula...