RBI Keeps FPI Investment Limits in Government Securities Unchanged for FY27

The Reserve Bank of India has announced that the investment limits for foreign portfolio investors in government securities will remain unchanged for the financial year 2026-27. 

The central bank stated that the limit under the General Route will continue to be 6% of the outstanding stock of government securities.

In addition to government securities, the investment limits for state government securities and corporate bonds have also been retained at existing levels. The RBI stated that these limits will remain at 2% for state government securities and 15% for corporate bonds during 2026-27.

Investment Allocation Structure

The central bank also confirmed that the allocation of incremental changes in the government securities limit will continue to follow the same structure as before. The allocation between the two sub-categories, General and Long-term, will remain at a 50:50 ratio for the upcoming financial year.

This framework ensures a balanced distribution of investments across different investor categories while maintaining stability in the debt market.

Additional Investment Limit for FY27

According to the RBI, an additional investment limit amounting to ₹3,30,464 crore has been set for the financial year 2026-27. The entire increase in limits for state government securities, in absolute terms, has been allocated to the General sub-category.

The central bank also noted that the overall limit of the notional amount of credit default swaps sold by foreign portfolio investors will remain capped at 5% of the outstanding stock of corporate bonds.

Investment Routes and Regulations

The RBI reiterated that investments made by eligible investors in specified securities will continue to be counted under the Fully Accessible Route. This route allows foreign investors to invest in select government securities without being subject to the standard investment caps.

Furthermore, starting April 1, 2026, all existing and future investments under the Voluntary Retention Route will be subject to the investment limits prescribed for foreign portfolio investors under the General Route.

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Conclusion

The RBI’s decision to maintain the existing limits for foreign portfolio investment reflects a stable regulatory approach toward managing overseas participation in India’s debt markets. By keeping the limits unchanged while providing additional investment capacity, the central bank aims to maintain investor confidence and support the orderly functioning of the bond market.

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