RBI Announces OMO Sale Auctions of Government Securities Worth ₹1,00,000 Crore in 3 Tranches in September 2026

On September 11, 2026, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced its decision to conduct Open Market Operations (OMO) sale auctions of Government of India securities, as per the press release.  

This move involves a total of ₹1,00,000 crore, divided into 3 tranches, scheduled for September 2026. 

Details of the OMO Sale Auctions 

The RBI will conduct OMO sale auctions in 3 tranches: ₹50,000 crore on September 17, 2026, ₹25,000 crore on September 21, 2026, and ₹25,000 crore on September 28, 2026. The auctions will use a multi-security auction format with the multiple price method. 

The securities offered for sale on September 17, 2026, include various Government of India securities with different maturity dates, such as 7.59% GS 2029 maturing on March 20, 2029, and 6.79% GS 2029 maturing on December 26, 2029. 

Submission and Auction Process 

Eligible participants are required to submit their bids electronically through the RBI's E-Kuber system between 9:30 am and 10:30 am on September 17, 2026. In case of system failure, physical bids may be submitted to the Financial Markets Operations Department by 10:30 am. 

The RBI reserves the right to decide on the quantum of sale for individual securities, accept bids for less than the aggregate amount, and sell marginally higher or lower than the aggregate amount due to rounding-off. The RBI may also accept or reject any or all bids either wholly or partially without providing reasons. 

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Post-Auction Procedures 

The results of the auction will be announced on the same day, and successful participants must ensure the availability of funds in their current account by 12 noon on September 18, 2026. 

The RBI's decision to conduct these OMO sales is based on a review of current and evolving liquidity conditions. The auctions are part of the central bank's strategy to manage liquidity in the financial system. 

Conclusion 

The RBI's OMO sale auctions in September 2026 involve ₹1,00,000 crore in 3 tranches. The first tranche of ₹50,000 crore is scheduled for September 17, 2026, with subsequent tranches of ₹25,000 crore each on September 21 and September 28, 2026. 

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