RBI Regulatory Sandbox
Theme-Neutral On-Tap mode; tenure up to 9 months. Test regulated financial products without full licensing burden upfront.
Quick facts
- Ministry / Agency
- Reserve Bank of India
- Funding
- No funding
- Stage
- mvp, early-revenue
- Sector
- fintech
- Equity dilution
- Not applicable
- DPIIT recognition required
- No
- NRI / OCI eligibility
- Yes — NRI and OCI founders are eligible to apply.
Who is eligible
Fintechs, banks, LLPs; net worth ≥₹10 lakh
How to apply
RBI Sandbox is administered by Reserve Bank of India. Applications are submitted through the official portal — there are no application fees and you do not need to go through third-party intermediaries.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is eligible for RBI Sandbox?+
Fintechs, banks, LLPs; net worth ≥₹10 lakh
What is the funding amount under RBI Sandbox?+
No funding. No funding
Can NRI or OCI founders apply for RBI Sandbox?+
Yes — NRI and OCI founders are eligible to apply.
Does RBI Sandbox require DPIIT recognition?+
No — DPIIT recognition is not required for RBI Sandbox.
How do I apply for RBI Sandbox?+
Apply through the official portal at rbi.org.in. The scheme is administered by Reserve Bank of India.
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