CAIIB · RB

PRIORITY SECTOR LENDING

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What is the overall target for Priority Sector Lending (PSL) for domestic scheduled commercial banks?

A

Domestic scheduled commercial banks must achieve PSL targets of 40% of Adjusted Net Bank Credit (ANBC) or Credit Equivalent of Off-Balance Sheet Exposures, whichever is higher.

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What is the PSL target for foreign banks with less than 20 branches in India?

A

32% of ANBC, phased in over 5 years

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What PSL target is set for foreign banks with 20 or more branches in India?

A

Foreign banks with 20 or more branches are required to achieve a PSL target of 40% of ANBC, with sub-targets to be achieved in a phased manner by 2020.

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Which sector receives the highest priority under RBI's Priority Sector Lending framework?

A

Agriculture sector with 18% sub-target

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What is the sub-target for lending to Small and Marginal Farmers under PSL guidelines?

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The sub-target for Small and Marginal Farmers is 8% of ANBC or Credit Equivalent of Off-Balance Sheet Exposures, whichever is higher.

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What is the minimum land holding criterion for 'Small Farmer' classification under PSL?

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Land holding between 1 and 2 hectares

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What is the sub-target for Weaker Sections under Priority Sector Lending?

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Weaker Sections must receive credit amounting to 12% of ANBC or Credit Equivalent of Off-Balance Sheet Exposures, whichever is higher.

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What is the maximum loan limit for Marginal Farmers qualifying under PSL direct agriculture?

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Farmers with land up to 1 hectare qualify

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