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RBI Auction of Four Government Securities on April 17, 2014

Current · Source: Reserve Bank of India · RBI/2013-14/563 · issued 11 Apr 2014 · ~2 min read
Quick answerRBI will auction four dated securities totaling ₹20,000 crore on April 17, 2014, via uniform price method. Banks must submit bids electronically on E-Kuber by noon. Non-competitive bids (up to 5% of notified amount) are due by 11:30 AM. Settlement on April 21.

What changed

This circular announces the auction of four government securities (8.35% GS 2022, 8.24% GS 2027, 9.20% GS 2030, 9.23% GS 2043) for a total notified amount of ₹20,000 crore. The auction uses a uniform price method, with both competitive and non-competitive bidding on the E-Kuber platform. Non-competitive bids are capped at 5% of the notified amount per security.

What it means for you

Banks and primary dealers must prepare for a price-based auction with a uniform price, meaning all successful bidders pay the same price. The non-competitive facility allows smaller investors to participate via banks, with allotment at the weighted average rate. Securities are eligible for ready forward and 'When Issued' trading, enhancing liquidity.

What you must do

Who it affects

All Scheduled Commercial Banks, All State Co-operative Banks, All Scheduled Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, All Financial Institutions, All Primary Dealers

❓ Common questions

What is the auction method for these securities?

The auction uses a uniform price method, where all successful bidders pay the same price determined by the competitive bidding process.

Can individuals participate directly in the auction?

Individuals can participate via the non-competitive bidding facility, which is capped at 5% of the notified amount. Banks submit consolidated non-competitive bids on their behalf.

What are the settlement and trading details?

Settlement is on April 21, 2014. The securities are eligible for ready forward facility and 'When Issued' trading from April 15 to April 17, 2014.

📜 Read the original circular — full text as issued by RBI
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Dear Sir/Madam, Auction of Government of India Dated Securities Governments of India have offered to sell (re-issue) four dated securities for notified amount of ` 20,000 crore as per the following details: Sr No Security Notified Amount (in ` crore) GoI Notification Auction Date Settlement date 1 8.35%GS 2022 5,000 4(4)-W&M/2014 dated April 15, 2014. April 17, 2014 (Thursday) April 21, 2014 (Monday) 2 8.24%GS 2027 9,000 4(4)-W&M/2014 dated April 15, 2014 (i); 3 9.20%GS 2030 3,000 4(4)-W&M/2014 dated April 15, 2014 (ii); 4 9.23%GS 2043 3,000 4(4)-W&M/2014 dated April 15, 2014(iii) Total 20,000 The auctions will be conducted through a price based auction using uniform price method. The Reserve Bank of India at Mumbai will conduct the auctions. The salient features of the auctions and the terms and conditions governing the issue of the Stocks are given in the notifications (copies enclosed), which should be read along with the General Notification F.No. 4 (13)–W&M/2008, dated October 8, 2008 issued by Government of India. 2. We wish to draw your attention, in particular, to the following: The Stocks will be issued for a minimum amount of Rs.10,000/- (nominal) and in multiples of ` 10,000/- thereafter. In all the auctions, Government Stock up to 5% of the notified amount of sale will be allotted to the eligible individuals and institutions under the Scheme for Non-competitive Bidding Facility in the Auctions of Government Securities. Each bank or PD on the basis of firm orders received from their constituents will submit a single consolidated non-competitive bid on behalf of all its constituents in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution (E-Kuber) system. Allotment under the non-competitive segment to the bank or PD will be at the weighted average rate of yield/price that will emerge in the auction on the basis of the competitive bidding. Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution (E-Kuber) system on April 17, 2014. Bids in physical form will not be accepted except in extraordinary circumstances. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 12.00 noon. An investor can submit more than one competitive bid at different prices in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution (E-Kuber) system. However, the aggregate amount of bids submitted by a person in an auction should not exceed the notified amount of auction. On the basis of bids received, the Reserve Bank will determine the minimum price up to which tenders for purchase of Government Stock will be accepted at the auctions. Bids quoted at rates lower than the minimum price determined by the Reserve Bank of India will be rejected. Reserve Bank of India will have the full discretion to accept or reject any or all bids either wholly or partially without assigning any reason. The result of the auctions will be announced on April 17, 2014 and payment by successful bidders will be on April 21, 2014 (Monday). The Government Stocks will be issued by credit to Subsidiary General Ledger Account (SGL) of parties maintaining such account with Reserve Bank of India or in the form of Stock Certificate. Interest on the Government Stock will be paid half-yearly. The Government Stocks will be repaid at par on May 14, 2022, February 15, 2027, September 30, 2030 and December 23, 2043 respectively. The Stocks will qualify for the ready forward facility. The Stocks will be eligible for “When Issued” trading during the period April 15, 2014 – April 17, 2014 in accordance with guidelines on ‘When Issued’ transactions in Central Government Securities’issued by Reserve Bank of India vide circular No.RBI /2006-07/178 dated November 16, 2006 as amended from time to time. 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Who does what — compliance checklist
⚙️ Operations
  • Prepare for settlement on April 21, 2014, with payment via SGL or stock certificate.
📜 Compliance
  • Submit competitive bids on E-Kuber between 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon on April 17, 2014.
  • Submit consolidated non-competitive bids for clients between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM on the same day.
  • Ensure bids are in electronic format; physical bids only in extraordinary circumstances.
  • Note the minimum bid amount of ₹10,000 and multiples thereof.
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Example: if you are a Compliance officer at a bank this circular applies to (All Scheduled Commercial Banks, All State Co-operative Banks, All Scheduled Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks, All Financial Institutions, All Primary Dealers), your first concrete step on “RBI Auction of Four Government Securities on April 17, 2014” is: “Submit competitive bids on E-Kuber between 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon on April 17, 2014.” (RBI issued this 11 Apr 2014).

  1. Circular: RBI/2013-14/563 -- RBI Auction of Four Government Securities on April 17, 2014
  2. Issued: 11 Apr 2014
  3. Action required: Submit competitive bids on E-Kuber between 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon on April 17, 2014.
  4. Action required: Submit consolidated non-competitive bids for clients between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM on the same day.
  5. Action required: Ensure bids are in electronic format; physical bids only in extraordinary circumstances.
  6. Action required: Prepare for settlement on April 21, 2014, with payment via SGL or stock certificate.
  7. Action required: Note the minimum bid amount of ₹10,000 and multiples thereof.
  8. Owner: ____________ Target date: ____________
  9. Board/committee approval needed? Y / N
  10. Evidence filed in compliance register on: ____________
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