New cheque book rules from January? RBI clarifies

Listen to this article in summarized format Listen Loading... × × Subscribe to Unlock AI Briefing and Premium Content New Year Offer 24 Hours Left Subscribe Now Already a member? Sign In What's Included Exclusive Stories Daily ePaper Access Smart Market Tools Curated Investment Ideas Ad-lite Experience Subscription Reuters The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has dismissed claims circulating on social media that new Cheque Truncation System (CTS) cheque books with updated security features will be introduced from January 1, 2027. The central bank clarified that no changes are being made to the existing CTS cheque books, contrary to messages suggesting that the current cheque books would be replaced after December 31, 2026. — RBI (@RBI) RBI described the claims as factually incorrect and misleading, making it clear that no such change has been announced. The central bank also advised people to rely only on its official communications for information on cheque-related rules and other banking matters. Live Events The clarification follows the circulation of social media messages claiming that new cheque book standards and security features would come into effect from the beginning of 2027. Add as a Reliable and Trusted News Source Add Now! (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel ) Read More News on RBI cheque book rules Cheque Truncation System new cheque book security features RBI clarification cheque book standards RBI social media claims cheque book changes January 2027 (Catch all the Business News , Breaking News and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times .) Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online. ... more less (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel ) Read More News on RBI cheque book rules Cheque Truncation System new cheque book security features RBI clarification cheque book standards RBI social media claims cheque book changes January 2027 (Catch all the Business News , Breaking News and Latest News Updates on The Economic Times .) Subscribe to The Economic Times Prime and read the ET ePaper online. ... more less