India's RBI to Auction ₹20,100 Crore in State Government Bonds
India's Reserve Bank (RBI) will auction ₹20,100 crore of state government bonds on August 25, 2026. Seven states seek funds through this issuance, which qualifies for Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) requirements.
States Seek Funds via RBI Auction
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will auction state government bonds valued at ₹20,100 crore on August 25, 2026. Seven Indian state governments are offering these stocks for sale. The auction will be conducted via the RBI's E-Kuber system, its core banking solution. This issuance provides a funding mechanism for states to support their financial programmes. The central bank will determine the maximum yield or minimum price for accepted bids.
Bidding Process and Retail Access
Both competitive and non-competitive bids are accepted for the auction. Competitive bids must be submitted electronically between 10:30 A.M. and 11:30 A.M. on August 25. Non-competitive bids have an earlier deadline, closing at 11:00 A.M. Individual investors can also place bids through the Retail Direct portal.
Up to ten per cent of each stock's notified amount is reserved for eligible individuals and institutions. A single bid has a maximum limit of one per cent of its notified amount.
Bond Features and Payment Schedule
Successful bidders must make payments during banking hours on August 27, 2026. New state government stocks will bear interest at rates determined by the auction. Interest payments will occur half-yearly, on February 27 and August 27 each year, until maturity. Re-issued government stocks will maintain their original interest rates. The minimum nominal amount for stock issuance is ₹10,000.00, with subsequent multiples of ₹10,000.00.
These state government stocks qualify as eligible investments for banks' Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) requirements. This helps banks meet their regulatory obligations under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. The bonds also qualify for the ready forward facility. This auction provides a crucial funding avenue for Indian state governments.
It also offers a liquid, regulated investment option for institutional and individual investors within India's financial markets.
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