On September 10, 2026, the RBI accepted ₹3,96,694 crore in the Overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo auction. The cut-off rate was fixed at 5.24%.
Results of Overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo Auction
The Reserve Bank of India conducted an Overnight Variable Rate Reverse Repo auction on September 10, 2026, which resulted in the acceptance of ₹3,96,694 crore. The notified amount for this auction was set at ₹6,00,000 crore, indicating a significant interest from the banks and financial institutions.
The cut-off and weighted average rates for the auction were both pegged at 5.24%. This auction is a critical component of the liquidity management strategy employed by the RBI, allowing banks to park their excess funds securely.
For banking and financial practitioners, these results underscore the current liquidity conditions in the market. Monitoring the outcomes of such auctions can guide strategies related to cash management and investment decisions.
Citations
- RBI Auction Announcement (2026) RBI Press Release 63563