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
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.
Prepare for settlement on April 21, 2014, with payment via SGL or stock certificate.
Note the minimum bid amount of ₹10,000 and multiples thereof.
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
Reproduced for reference with acknowledgment — Source: Reserve Bank of India · RBI/2013-14/563 · issued 11 Apr 2014. The plain-English explanation above is BankPulse’s own independent summary.
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.
Grouped from the action items above — a single circular may involve more than one team.
Worked example & action-note template
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).
Circular: RBI/2013-14/563 -- RBI Auction of Four Government Securities on April 17, 2014
Issued: 11 Apr 2014
Action required: Submit competitive bids on E-Kuber between 10:30 AM and 12:00 noon on April 17, 2014.
Action required: Submit consolidated non-competitive bids for clients between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM on the same day.
Action required: Ensure bids are in electronic format; physical bids only in extraordinary circumstances.
Action required: Prepare for settlement on April 21, 2014, with payment via SGL or stock certificate.
Action required: Note the minimum bid amount of ₹10,000 and multiples thereof.
Owner: ____________ Target date: ____________
Board/committee approval needed? Y / N
Evidence filed in compliance register on: ____________
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