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NBFC Registration

Non-banking financial company (NBFC) is a financial institution registered under the Companies act 2013 regulated by RBI. It provides financial services to individuals as well as to the business organization. NBFC does not have a banking license but is allowed to render financial services to customers. It acts as an alternative to the banks as they provide financial solutions to the unorganized part of the society.

As Per Section 45-IA Of The RBI Act, 1934


Before starting NBFC in India, it is necessary to obtain a license from RBI. As, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) formulates rules regulations for NBFCs and is authorized to regulate NBFCs by ensuring that they are complying with the prescribed rules regulations.

NBFCs provides various financial services which involve-

Besides this, to continue NBFC License below mentioned conditions must be fulfilled:-

What are the Benefits of NBFC Registration?


The benefits of NBFC registration are of diverse nature, which are as follows:-

What is the Checklist for NBFC Registration?


For NBFC registration, the below-mentioned conditions must be fulfilled as per Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934:-

Note-100% FDI is allowed from FATF member countries.

What are the Restricted Activities that Cannot be Performed by NBFCs?

Below-mentioned are the Restricted Activities that cannot be performed by the NBFCs:-

What are the Types of NBFCs?

In India, NBFCs are classified into two types-

Further, NBFCs Are Categorized Into 10 Types-

  • Asset Finance Company
  • Loan Company
  • Infrastructure Finance Company
  • Investment Company
  • Infrastructure Debt Fund: Non- Banking Financial Company.
  • Systemically Important Core Investment Company.
  • Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institution.
  • Non-Banking Financial Company – Factors
  • Mortgage Guarantee Companies
  • Non-Operative Financial Holding Company

What Documents are Required for NBFC Registration?

NBFC registration requires a lot of documentation. Here is the list of documents required for NBFC Registration.

What is the Procedure to Obtain an NBFC License?

The applicant company has to comply with the below-mentioned procedure for getting the Certificate of registration from RBI, which are as follows:-.

Step-1-Company Incorporation

A proposed company has to get registered under the Companies Act 2013.

Step-2-Online Application

After incorporation, the applicant company needs to apply for online NBFC registration. The application is to submit on RBI's official COSMOS website.

Step-3-Arrangement Of Requisite Documents

Once the application has been made; an applicant company needs to submit a physical copy of the application to the Regional Office of the Reserve Bank of India along with the necessary documents.

Step-4-Filing The Details In COSMOS

Once the physical copy is arranged by the applicant company, the next step is to log in to the COSMOS and fill in the details of the application online and uploading the same.

Step-5-Allocation Of CARN Number

Once the COSMOS application is submitted, the applicant company receives a Company Application Reference Number for file submission and future purposes.

Step-6-Submission Of Physical Application

Once the applicant company receives CARN, the next step is to submit the physical application form along with the requisite documents to the regional office.

Step-7- Scrutinization By The ROC

The ROC will scrutinize the application and documents and will then send them to the head office.

Step-8-Issuanceof COR

Once the application along with the supporting documents is approved by the regional office and everything is found accurate, the RBI issues a Certificate of registration (NBFC License).

Note-However, in case of any discrepancies, the regional office can raise the query and can also reject the application.

What Penalties Applicable in Case Of Non-Compliance by Company without Obtaining the NBFC License?

Below mentioned are the Penal Provisions in case of non-compliance with RBI Regulations:-

Carrying NBFC Activities Without Obtaining A Certificate Of Registration From RBI

Imprisonment of 1 to 5 years and Fine of Rs. 1 to 5 lakhs

Non-Compliance Of RBI Directions

Imprisonment up to3 years

Failure To Produce Documentation Or Answer Queries

Fine which may extend to Rs. 2000 per offense and in case of continuous non-compliance, an additional fine up to Rs. 100 per day from the first offense.

Acceptance Of Deposits

Imprisonment up to 3 years and a fine of twice the amount received.

What are Post COR Compliances to be followed by NBFCs?

Once the process of NBFC registration gets completed, the NBFCs needs to follow the guidelines and instructions issued by the RBI-

Under What Circumstances the RBI may Cancel NBFC License?

On the following below mentioned grounds RBI may cancel NBFC license:-

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