RBI’s Framework for Reclassification of FPI to FDI
On 11th November, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued new framework directing foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) to secure government approval and concurrence from investee companies if they acquire equity stakes that exceed prescribed limits.
Aim
- To streamline foreign investments, offering FPIs a compliant route to maintain stakes in Indian firms above the 10% cap.
Major Highlights
Prohibited Sectors
- Reclassification is not permitted in sectors where foreign direct investment (FDI) is prohibited under the Rules.
Mandatory Approvals
- FPIs are required to obtain the concurrence of the Indian investee ....
Do You Want to Read More?
Subscribe Now
To get access to detailed content
Already a Member? Login here
Take Annual Subscription and get the following Advantage
The annual members of the Civil Services Chronicle can read the monthly content of the magazine as well as the Chronicle magazine archives.
Readers can study all the material since 2018 of the Civil Services Chronicle monthly issue in the form of Chronicle magazine archives.
Economy Watch
- 1 Accredited Investors Only Fund
- 2 ‘Tex-RAMPS’ Scheme
- 3 Credit Guarantee Scheme for Exporters
- 4 National Industrial Classification (NIC) 2025
- 5 Inland Vessels (Special Category Vessels: LNG/CNG, Battery, Methanol & Hydrogen Fuel) Rules, 2025
- 6 SEBI Committee on Strengthening Ethical Governance and Conflict-of-Interest Framework
- 7 Capital Gains Accounts (Second Amendment) Scheme, 2025
- 8 RBI Guidelines on Digital Banking Channels
- 9 KOYLA SHAKTI Dashboard and CLAMP Portal
- 10 Scheme to Promote Manufacturing of Sintered Rare Earth Permanent Magnets

