RBI/2014-15/631
DNBR (PD) CC No. 039/03.01.001/2014-15

Master Circular – “Infrastructure Debt Fund-Non-Banking Financial Companies (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2011″.

As you are aware, in order to have all current instructions on the subject at one place, the Reserve Bank of India issues updated circulars / notifications. The instructions contained in the No.DNBS.233/CGM(US)-2011 dated November 21, 2011 No.DNBS.233/CGM(US)-2011 dated November 21, 2011 updated till the date as indicated above are reproduced below.

otification No. DNBS.233/CGM (US)-2011 dated November 21, 2011

The Reserve Bank of India having considered it necessary in the public interest and being satisfied that for the purpose of enabling the Bank to regulate the credit system to the advantage of the country, it is necessary to give the Directions set out below, hereby, in exercise of the powers conferred by sections 45JA, 45K, 45L and 45M of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 (2 of 1934), and of all the powers enabling it in this behalf, hereby gives the Directions hereinafter specified.

Short title and Commencement of the Directions

1. Adidas Yeezy Boost 350 V2 Pas Cher These Directions shall be known as the Infrastructure Debt Fund-Non-Banking Financial Companies (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2011 and shall come into force with immediate effect.

Applicability of Directions

2. Calvin Klein Bañadores These Directions shall apply to every Infrastructure Debt Fund-Non-Banking Financial Company (IDF-NBFC).

Definitions

3. Calvin Klein Boxer Hombre For the purpose of these directions, unless the context otherwise requires,-

(a) “Concessionaire” means a party which has entered into an agreement called ‘Concession Agreement’ with a Project Authority, for developing infrastructure.

(b) “Infrastructure Debt Fund-Non-Banking Financial Company” or “IDF-NBFC” means a non-deposit taking NBFC that has Net Owned Fund of Rs. 300 crores or more and which invests only in Public Private Partnerships (PPP) and post commencement operations date (COD) infrastructure projects which have completed at least one year of satisfactory commercial operation and becomes a party to a Tripartite Agreement.

(c) “Project Authority” means an authority constituted by a statute for the development of infrastructure in the country.

(d) “Tripartite Agreement” means an agreement between three parties, namely, the Concessionaire, the Project Authority and IDF-NBFC that also binds all the parties thereto to the terms and conditions of the other Agreements referred to therein.

4. Ropa Interior Calvin Klein Madrid Words and expressions used but not defined herein and defined in Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 or the Directions issued under Chapter III thereof shall, unless the context otherwise requires, have the meaning assigned to them thereunder.

Credit Rating

5. IDF-NBFC shall have at the minimum, a credit rating grade of ‘A’ of CRISIL or equivalent rating issued by other accredited rating agencies such as FITCH, CARE and ICRA.

Capital Adequacy

6. The IDF-NBFC shall have at the minimum CRAR of 15 percent and Tier II Capital of IDF–NBFC shall not exceed Tier I.

Investment

7. 1IDF-NBFCs can invest in post COD infrastructure projects which have completed at least one year of satisfactory commercial operation that are

i. PPP projects and are a party to a Tripartite Agreement with the Concessionaire and the Project Authority for ensuring a compulsory buyout with termination payment.

ii. non-PPP projects and PPP projects without a Project Authority, in sectors where there is no Project Authority.

Credit Concentration Norms

8. 2i. Ropa Interior Calvin Klein Mujer Barata For PPP and post COD infrastructure projects which have completed at least one year of satisfactory commercial operation and are a party to a Tripartite Agreement with the Concessionaire and the Project Authority for ensuring a compulsory buyout with termination payment.

a) The maximum exposure that an IDF-NBFC can take on individual projects will be at 50 per cent of its total Capital Funds [Tier I plus Tier II as defined in Systemically Important Non-Banking Financial (Non-Deposit Accepting or Holding) Companies Prudential Norms (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2015].

b) An additional exposure up to 10 per cent could be taken at the discretion of the Board of the IDF-NBFC.

c) RBI may, upon receipt of an application from an IDF-NBFC and on being satisfied that the financial position of the IDF-NBFC is satisfactory, permit additional exposure up to 15 per cent (over 60 per cent) subject to such conditions as it may deem fit to impose regarding additional prudential safeguards.

ii. Ropa Interior Calvin Klein Exposure to other assets shall be governed by the extant regulations applicable to Infrastructure Finance Companies as given in Systemically Important Non-Banking Financial (Non-Deposit Accepting or Holding) Companies Prudential Norms (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2015.

Risk Weights for the Purpose of Capital Adequacy

9. Adidas Ultra Boost Uncaged France 3For the purpose of computing capital adequacy of the IDF-NBFC,

i. all assets covering PPP and post COD infrastructure projects in existence over a year of commercial operation shall be assigned a risk weight of 50 per cent.

ii. Calvin Klein Underwear Baratos All other assets shall be risk weighted as per the extant regulations as given in the Systemically Important Non-Banking Financial (Non-Deposit Accepting or Holding) Companies Prudential Norms (Reserve Bank) Directions, 2015.

Other Prudential Norms

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By CA. Pankaj Kumar Mishra

CA. Pankaj Kumar Mishra (FCA, LLB, Peer Reviewer, FAFD (Forensic Auditor), M-com, B-Com (CS)) CCIA(ICAI), CCGST(ICAI), CCCAB (ICAI), CCAI(ICAI) Co-opted Member as Special Invitee of ICAI:  Carrier Counselling Committee of the ICAI for the year 2025-26.  Editorial Board of the ICAI for the year 2024-25  Direct Tax Committee of the ICAI for the year 2023-24  Research Committee NIRC of the ICAI for the year 2024-25. Visiting Faculty of:  The National Academy of Direct Taxation (NADT)  The Institute of Chartered Accountant of the India (ICAI)- (MCS)  The Institute of Cost and Management Accountant of India -Direct-Taxes Specially Acknowledged by the Direct Tax committee of ICAI:  for contribution for revising the “Guidance Note on Tax Audit Under section 44AB of The Income Tax Act 1961(Revised 2023). Brief About CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra and his Work Expertise: CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra is a Fellow Chartered Accountant with extensive professional practice in Startup and MSME Advisory Services, covering a comprehensive range of direct and indirect taxation planning, regulatory management, and strategic financial advisory. His core specialization spans tax compliance management, international taxation frameworks. Over the years, he has developed strong expertise in interpreting and applying complex tax provisions, along with managing intricate income-tax proceedings before various wings of the Income Tax Department. A significant part of his professional profile is his active representation before appellate authorities, including  Commissioner of Income Tax (Appeals),  Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT), and  Other quasi-judicial forums, Including GST Matters and Representation also. He has a proven track record of successfully preparing, presenting, and defending complex tax matters at various appellate stages, demonstrating strong analytical and advocacy skills. His professional journey includes handling matters such as assessments, reassessments, TDS proceedings, search & seizure-related issues, and high-value scrutiny cases. He has also led numerous due diligence assignments, including financial, tax, and technical viability evaluations for mergers, acquisitions, strategic investments, and joint ventures involving both domestic and international stakeholders. also having rich experience in business structuring, foreign exchange laws (including FEMA regulations), and foreign trade policy advisory. In addition to his practice, CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra is well-recognized for his contribution to the profession through knowledge sharing. He has delivered numerous seminars, workshops, and technical sessions at the Northern India Regional Council (NIRC) of ICAI, as well as at other professional forums across Pan-India. His sessions on taxation, startup advisory, and emerging regulatory frameworks have been highly appreciated by participants and peers. Thanks, and Regards CA Pankaj Kumar Mishra

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