RBI's Forex Income Surges to Rs 1.69 Lakh Crore in FY26

The Reserve Bank of India saw a 52% rise in income from foreign exchange transactions, reaching Rs 1.69 lakh crore in FY26. This increase is detailed in their annual report, highlighting a significant boost compared to the previous year.

The Reserve Bank of India reported a significant surge of 52% in income from foreign exchange transactions, totalling Rs 1.69 lakh crore during the fiscal year 2025-26. This increase is a substantial jump from the Rs 1.11 lakh crore recorded in the previous year, according to their latest annual report.

In addition, the central bank earned Rs 16,354.18 crore from amortisation of premium on foreign securities, marking an increase from Rs 13,686.63 crore in the prior year. Interest income from foreign securities also rose, reaching Rs 1.07 lakh crore from Rs 97,006.66 crore. The RBI's balance sheet expanded by 20.6%, driven by rises in domestic investments, gold, and foreign investments.

On the liabilities side, revaluation accounts, notes issued, deposits, and other liabilities showed marked increases. Domestic assets made up 29.1% of the total assets, while foreign assets, including gold and loans to foreign institutions, constituted 70.9%. The fiscal year concluded with an overall surplus of Rs 2,86,588.46 crore, up by 6.7% from the previous year, which the RBI plans to transfer to the central government.