IIBF CERTIFICATION 2025 DAILY UPDATES
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TIRM Q. Forward contracts are standardized and traded on organized exchanges.
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81%
TRUE
19%
FALSE
ITF Q. In e-commerce exports, goods are always shipped from India and never from a foreign logistics partner.
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60%
TRUE
40%
FALSE
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KYC/AML Q. The EU AML directives remain static and unchanged since their first issuance in 1990.
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69%
TRUE
31%
FALSE
πŸ“Œ Latest Banking Update – Operational & Banking Sector Changes (India, 2026)

πŸ’³ Credit Card Benefit Rationalisation

Major banks including State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and Punjab National Bank have revised reward structures.

🎬 Certain complimentary lifestyle benefits (e.g., movie ticket offers) have been withdrawn on select cards.

🎁 Premium card reward redemptions are now capped (e.g., limited number of redemptions per month).

🎯 Objective: Cost optimisation and improved reward sustainability.

πŸ’Έ Digital Transaction Charges Updated
⚑ IMPS transfer charges revised for higher transaction slabs.
πŸ†“ Transfers up to β‚Ή25,000 remain free in many cases.
πŸ’° Tier-based charges applicable beyond β‚Ή25,000, increasing with higher transaction limits (up to β‚Ή5 lakh slab).
πŸ“² Impact: Retail and MSME customers using instant digital transfers.

🧾 KYC Compliance Enforcement
πŸ›‘ Banks have tightened KYC update deadlines.
πŸ“„ Non-compliance may result in debit freeze, transaction restrictions, or partial account operations.
πŸ”Ž Focus aligned with RBI’s KYC/AML compliance framework.

πŸ›‘οΈ Fraud Control & Mule Account Crackdown
🚨 State enforcement agencies are intensifying action against mule accounts used for cyber fraud.
πŸ” Banks collaborating to freeze suspicious accounts and strengthen monitoring systems.
πŸ“Š Enhanced transaction surveillance and risk-based monitoring implemented.

πŸ”„ Sectoral Trend (2026 Direction)
πŸ“± Strong push toward digital banking cost rationalisation.
🧠 Risk-based compliance and fraud analytics strengthened.
πŸ‘₯ Customer protection and operational efficiency prioritised.

These operational updates collectively signal a shift toward tighter compliance, cost management, and enhanced digital governance within the Indian banking ecosystem.
ITF Q. A Fumigation Certificate confirms goods have been cleaned for compliance with sanitary standards.
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77%
TRUE
23%
FALSE
CCP Q. In multiple banking, each bank holds security independently and performs its own credit assessment.
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92%
TRUE
8%
FALSE
CCP Q. Cash credit, overdraft, and term loans are classified under the basic types of bank credit facilities.
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93%
TRUE
7%
FALSE
TIRM Q. ECB funds for rupee expenditure must be repatriated to India immediately.
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63%
TRUE
37%
FALSE
Risk-Based Deposit Insurance Premium (Effective 1 April 2026 – India)

Regulator: Reserve Bank of India through Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC)

πŸ”” Major Reform in Deposit Insurance System

From 1 April 2026, India shifts from a flat premium system to a Risk-Based Premium (RBP) system for deposit insurance.

πŸ’° Deposit Insurance Coverage (No Change)
βœ” Coverage limit remains β‚Ή5,00,000 per depositor per bank
βœ” Covers principal + interest
βœ” Applicable to commercial banks, RRBs and eligible cooperative banks

βš–οΈ What Changes?
Earlier ➝ All banks paid the same premium rate
Now ➝ Premium depends on the risk profile of each bank

πŸ“Š Risk Parameters Considered
β€’ Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR)
β€’ Gross & Net NPA levels
β€’ Profitability (ROA)
β€’ Liquidity position
β€’ Leverage ratio
β€’ Compliance track record

🏦 Impact on Banks

βœ… Strong & well-managed banks
β€’ May get premium reduction up to ~33%
β€’ Additional vintage incentive up to ~25%
β€’ Lower cost burden & better profitability

⚠️ High-risk banks
β€’ Higher insurance premium
β€’ Pressure to improve asset quality & capital strength
β€’ Stronger supervisory oversight

πŸ›‘οΈ Objective of the Reform
β€’ Strengthen financial stability
β€’ Encourage prudent risk management
β€’ Discourage excessive risk-taking
β€’ Protect Deposit Insurance Fund

πŸ“… Effective Date
➑
Applicable from 1 April 2026

🎯 Exam-Focused Highlights
β€’ Coverage limit: β‚Ή5 lakh
β€’ Earlier system: Flat premium
β€’ New system: Risk-based premium
β€’ Regulator: RBI / DICGC
β€’ Objective: Stability + Risk discipline
ITF Q. Under advance payment, the importer bears the risk of non-shipment or poor-quality goods.
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72%
TRUE
28%
FALSE
DRA Q. NBFCs may auction pledged gold without informing the customer in advance.
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33%
TRUE
67%
FALSE
CCP Q. Banks typically avoid long-term loans because they are primarily short-term lenders.
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20%
TRUE
80%
FALSE
KYC/AML Q. Basel Committee's 2009 guidelines address due diligence in cover payments and wire transfers.
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100%
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0%
FALSE
Risk-Based Deposit Insurance Premium (Effective 1 April 2026 – India)

Regulator: Reserve Bank of India through Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC)

πŸ”” Major Reform in Deposit Insurance System

From 1 April 2026, India shifts from a flat premium system to a Risk-Based Premium (RBP) system for deposit insurance.

πŸ’° Deposit Insurance Coverage (No Change)
βœ” Coverage limit remains β‚Ή5,00,000 per depositor per bank
βœ” Covers principal + interest
βœ” Applicable to commercial banks, RRBs and eligible cooperative banks

βš–οΈ What Changes?
Earlier ➝ All banks paid the same premium rate
Now ➝ Premium depends on the risk profile of each bank

πŸ“Š Risk Parameters Considered
β€’ Capital Adequacy Ratio (CRAR)
β€’ Gross & Net NPA levels
β€’ Profitability (ROA)
β€’ Liquidity position
β€’ Leverage ratio
β€’ Compliance track record

🏦 Impact on Banks

βœ… Strong & well-managed banks
β€’ May get premium reduction up to ~33%
β€’ Additional vintage incentive up to ~25%
β€’ Lower cost burden & better profitability

⚠️ High-risk banks
β€’ Higher insurance premium
β€’ Pressure to improve asset quality & capital strength
β€’ Stronger supervisory oversight

πŸ›‘οΈ Objective of the Reform
β€’ Strengthen financial stability
β€’ Encourage prudent risk management
β€’ Discourage excessive risk-taking
β€’ Protect Deposit Insurance Fund

πŸ“… Effective Date
➑
Applicable from 1 April 2026

🎯 Exam-Focused Highlights
β€’ Coverage limit: β‚Ή5 lakh
β€’ Earlier system: Flat premium
β€’ New system: Risk-based premium
β€’ Regulator: RBI / DICGC
β€’ Objective: Stability + Risk discipline
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ITF Q. An Import License can be used by a government to protect domestic industries.
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88%
TRUE
13%
FALSE
DRA Q. Non-Banking Financial Companies emerged in the 1960s to cater to underserved segments.
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73%
TRUE
27%
FALSE