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Fuel Growth with NBFC Fundraising Solutions

Raise capital fast for your NBFC with tailored, reliable fundraisingn support.

Banks can extend loans to Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs), including Housing Finance Companies (HFCs), Infrastructure Finance Companies (IFCs), and Asset Finance Companies (AFCs), in the form of working capital limits and term loans, provided the NBFCs comply with RBI norms and are aligned with a leading business group or bank.

Banks are permitted to extend need based working capital facilities as well as term loans to all NBFCs registered with RBI and engaged in infrastructure financing, equipment leasing, hire purchase, loan, factoring and investment activities. Banks are also permitted to extend finance to NBFCs against second hand assets financed by them. Banks may formulate suitable loan policy with the approval of their respective Boards within the prudential guidelines and exposure norms prescribed by the RBI to extend various kinds of credit facilities to NBFCs for permitted activities.

NBFC/HFC/ MFIs require constant flow of funds for onward lending. They also require bank guarantee for securitization of portfolio. We provide Working Capital Term Loans, Cash Credit and Bank Guarantee facilities. We cater to all categories of NBFCs, Asset Finance Companies, Gold Loan Companies, Fintech Companies, Housing Finance Companies, Micro Finance Companies for onward lending purpose

Why Funding is Crucial

Fundraising

Capital Adequancy

To maintain required Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) as per RBI norms.

Loan Portfolio Growth

To fund for lending activities to expand their business

Liquidity Management

To ensure sufficient funds for day-to-day operations and meeting obligations.

Expansion & Diversification

To fund for lending activites to expand their business.

Technological Upgradation

Technological Upgradation

Type of Funding

Team Loans

Finance against Assets

Working Capital Loans / Cash Credit

Line of Credit LOC

Refinance

Assignment / Securitization

Rbi Guidelines & Regulations :

  1. Registration: NBFCs must be registered with the RBI to operate and receive funding from banks.
  2. Exposure Limits: Banks' exposure to NBFCs, particularly Infrastructure Finance Companies (IFCs), is subject to specific limits, such as not exceeding 15% of their capital funds.
  3. Prudential Norms: Banks must follow prudential guidelines and exposure norms prescribed by the RBI when extending credit facilities to NBFCs.
  4. Risk Weighting: The RBI has adjusted risk weights on bank loans to NBFCs, including those related to consumer microfinance loans, potentially encouraging banks to increase funding to NBFCs.
  1. Priority Sector Lending: Banks can classify certain advances to NBFCs as priority sector loans, particularly those operating in segments like SME lending and housing.
  2. Exemptions: Certain categories of NBFCs regulated by other regulators are exempted from RBI registration requirements.
  3. Net Owned Funds (NOF): RBI has raised the NOF requirement for NBFCs to strengthen the sector's resilience and stability

Factors Influencing Funding Decisions

NBFC's Compliance with RBI Norms

Banks consider an NBFC's compliance with RBI regulations and guidelines.

NBFC's Alignment with Business Groups/Banks

Banks may prefer NBFCs that are subsidiaries or associates of large business groups or have strategic investments from banks.

Purpose of Credit

Banks consider the purpose of credit, the nature and quality of underlying assets, and the borrower's repayment capacity.

Risk Perception

Banks assess the risk associated with lending to NBFCs.

Features

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Cash Management Services - Receivable management, bulk disbursement, payment management services

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Repayment Schedule

  • Structure: Fixed schedule for term loans, revolving credit for working capital.

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Lending to NBFCs, Asset Finance Companies, Gold Loan Companies, Fintech Companies, Housing Finance Companies, Micro Finance Companies and others

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Documentation

  • Requirements: Detailed financial statements, credit rating reports, business plans, legal agreements, KYC documents.

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Advice to clients regarding compliance, regulations, product development, portfolio monitoring etc.

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Hedging Requirements

  • NBFCs borrowing in foreign currency may be asked to hedge.

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Covenants

  • Purpose: Protect the lender's interests.
  • Types: Financial covenants (e.g., maintaining specific ratios), restrictions on asset sales, dividend payouts, etc.

Benefits

Hassle-Free Processing

Access to funds with minimal documentation requirements, ensuring a quick and seamless process.

Flexible Tenor & Repayment Options

NBFCs benefit from customized financing structures that allow them to manage cash flows effectively through flexible repayment schedules.

Multiple Financing Options

Availability of diverse funding products tailored to business requirements, enabling NBFCs to optimize capital utilization.

Comprehensive Banking Solutions Under One Roof

Fund-raising support is integrated with a wide range of banking services including Current Accounts, Escrow Accounts, Salary Accounts, Bulk FDs, Life Insurance Services, NACH/ACH facilities, FD/OD facilities, Bank Guarantees, and CMS solutions - ensuring complete synchronization and operational efficiency.

Doorstep & Fast-Track Services

Ensuring convenience with doorstep assistance, resulting in quick approval and faster disbursal of funds to meet business needs without delays.

Regulatory Compliance

Requirement: RBI registration and adherence to all applicable regulations (capital adequacy, NPA management, KYC/AML).

Financial Strength

Indicators: Strong credit rating, consistent profitability, healthy asset quality (low NPAs), adequate capital adequacy ratio (CAR).

Management Quality

Assessment: Experience and expertise of the management team.

Risk Management Framework

Requirement: Robust risk management policies and procedures.

Business Model

Viability: Sustainable and well-defined business model.

Purpose of Funding

Acceptable Uses: Funding for lending activities, expansion, technological upgrades.

Operating History

A long and good track record might be preferred by the lenders.

Key Considerations for NBFCs Seeking Funding

Develop a Robust Business Plan

Develop a Robust Business Plan

Due Diligence

Due Diligence

Maintain Strong Financial Performance

Maintain Strong Financial Performance

Strengthen Risk Management

Strengthen Risk Management

Build Relationships with FIs

Build Relationships with FIs

Comply with Regulations

Comply with Regulations

Be Transparent and Open

Be Transparent and Open

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Banks can extend working capital limits and term loans to NBFCs, including Housing Finance Companies (HFCs), Infrastructure Finance Companies (IFCs), and Asset Finance Companies (AFCs), provided they comply with RBI norms and align with approved business groups/banks.

Banks can fund:
  • NBFCs registered with RBI
  • NBFCs engaged in infrastructure financing
  • Equipment leasing, hire purchase, loan, factoring & investment activities
  • NBFCs financing second-hand assets
  • Asset Finance Companies
  • Gold Loan Companies
  • Fintech Companies
  • Housing Finance Companies
  • Micro Finance Institutions (MFIs)

NBFCs and HFCs require regular fund inflow for:
  • Onward lending
  • Maintaining Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR)
  • Loan portfolio growth
  • Liquidity management for daily operations
  • Expansion and diversification
  • Technology upgrades to improve efficiency

A. Term Loans
Long-term financing with a fixed repayment schedule for asset creation, expansion, or recapitalization.
B. Finance Against Assets
Funding against assets financed by NBFCs (including second-hand assets).
C. On-Lending Support
Banks can fund NBFCs that lend to individuals or groups, counted as priority sector lending.
D. Working Capital Loans / Cash Credit
Short-term funding for operational expenses, receivables, and inventory.
E. Line of Credit (LOC)
Pre-approved credit facility where interest is charged only on the utilized amount.
F. Refinance
Financial Institutions provide refinancing to NBFCs to help recycle capital in sectors like MSME or housing.
G. Assignment / Securitization
NBFCs can sell loan portfolios to generate upfront liquidity.

  • Registration: NBFC must be registered with RBI.
  • Exposure Limits: Bank exposure to NBFCs (especially IFCs) must not exceed permitted levels.
  • Prudential Norms: Banks must follow RBI’s credit and exposure guidelines.
  • Risk Weighting: RBI’s risk-weight adjustments affect bank lending to NBFCs.
  • Priority Sector Lending: Eligible NBFC lending qualifies as priority sector.
  • Exemptions: Some NBFCs regulated by other bodies don’t require RBI registration.
  • Net Owned Funds (NOF): Enhanced NOF requirements improve sector stability.

Banks evaluate:
  • Compliance with RBI norms
  • Alignment with strong business groups or banks
  • Purpose of credit and quality of underlying assets
  • Borrower’s repayment capacity
  • Perceived risk associated with the NBFC

  • Cash Management Services (receivable mgmt., bulk disbursement, payment services)
  • Lending across all NBFC segments
  • Advisory on compliance, regulations, product development, and portfolio monitoring
  • Covenants to protect lender interests (financial ratios, restrictions on asset sales, etc.)
  • Structured repayment schedules for term loans and working capital
  • Detailed documentation requirements (financials, credit rating, business plan, KYC, legal papers)
  • Hedging requirements for foreign currency borrowings

  • Hassle-free processing with minimal documentation
  • Flexible tenure and repayment options
  • Wide variety of financing solutions
  • Comprehensive banking services under one umbrella (CA, escrow, salary accounts, FDs, BG, CMS, NACH/ACH)
  • Doorstep services for faster approval & disbursal
  • Enhanced regulatory compliance support

Banks assess:
  • Regulatory compliance (RBI norms, KYC, AML, CAR, NPA management)
  • Financial strength (credit rating, profitability, asset quality, CAR)
  • Management quality
  • Business model viability
  • Purpose of funding (growth, lending, technology, expansion)
  • Risk management framework
  • Operating history and performance track record

  • Prepare a robust business plan
  • Maintain strong financial performance
  • Strengthen risk management practices
  • Build strong relationships with financial institutions
  • Ensure full RBI compliance
  • Maintain transparency with lenders
  • Conduct due diligence on lenders before accepting funds

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