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RBI Issues Amendment Directions on Customer Liability in Digital Transactions
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RBI Issues Amendment Directions on Customer Liability in Digital Transactions

June 25, 2026

The Reserve Bank of India has issued Amendment Directions corresponding to its February 2026 statement, enhancing customer protections against unauthorized electronic banking transactions.

Amendment Directions on Customer Liability

The Reserve Bank of India has published the Amendment Directions concerning its framework for limiting customer liability in unauthorized digital transactions. This comes as a response to increasing concerns related to electronic banking fraud.

The amendments broaden the scope of existing regulations, aiming to provide better protection for customers engaged in electronic banking activities. This is part of the RBI's ongoing commitment to ensuring safe and secure banking practices in the digital age.

Legal practitioners and financial institutions should review these changes thoroughly, as they will impact operational protocols and customer service frameworks within the banking sector, enhancing accountability among service providers.

Citations

  • Amendment Directions (2026) RBI Press Release
Practice Areas:bankingconsumer