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In May 2026, approximately what surplus transfer to the Central Government did the Reserve Bank of India's Central Board approve for the 2025–26 accounting year?

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In May 2026, approximately what surplus transfer to the Central Government did the Reserve Bank of India's Central Board approve for the 2025–26 accounting year?

  1. ₹1,75,420 crore
  2. ₹2,10,874 crore
  3. ₹2,48,300 crore
  4. ₹2,86,588 crore

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Correct answer: D - ₹2,86,588 crore

At its 623rd meeting in Mumbai on 22 May 2026, the Reserve Bank of India's Central Board of Directors approved a record surplus transfer of ₹2,86,588.46 crore to the Central Government for accounting year 2025–26 while maintaining the Contingent Risk Buffer at 6.5%.

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