RBI links bank dividends to Common Equity Tier 1 ratio

The Reserve Bank of India has revised dividend payout norms for banks, linking them to Common Equity Tier 1 (CET1) ratios instead of CRAR and NPAs. The new guidelines, effective April 1, 2027, offer greater flexibility to well-capitalized banks, with payouts ranging from 0% to 100% of adjusted profit after tax, subject to a cap.