Categories: Banking

RBI launches “Payments Infrastructure Development Fund”

Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) has been created by the Reserve Bank of India. The fund has been created to encourage acquirers to deploy Points of Sale (PoS) infrastructure, both physical as well as digital modes, in tier-3 to tier-6 centres and in north eastern states. With this fund, RBI is aiming to provide impetus to acceptance infrastructure across India especially in underserved areas in order to stimulate the digitisation of payment systems. RBI will be responsible for managing and administering the PIDF, while it would be governed through an Advisory Council.

Click Here To Get Test Series For SBI PO 2020

In the newly launched Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF), an initial contribution of Rs 250 crores will be made by the Reserve Bank of India i.e. covering half the fund, while the remaining contribution will be from card issuing banks and card networks operating in the country. The fund will also get recurring contributions from card issuing banks and card networks in order to cover operational expenses.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

  • RBI 25th Governor: Shaktikanta Das; Headquarters: Mumbai; Founded: 1 April 1935, Kolkata.

Find More Banking News Here

Mahesh Kumar

Working as an SEO Manager at Adda247, I bring over 10 years of experience in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and digital marketing. I specialize in driving organic growth through data-driven strategies, including keyword research, on-page SEO, off-page optimization, and technical SEO. My area of expertise in the EdTech sector, specifically focusing on competitive exams such as Bank, SSC, Railway, UPSC, and various State Government job examinations.

Recent Posts

Current Affairs Capsule PDF (27 June 2026)

National News Mahesh Dixit Appointed New Intelligence Bureau Director The Government of India has appointed…

7 hours ago

IAF Equips 40 Sukhoi Su-30MKI Fighter Jets with BrahMos Missiles, Strengthening Long-Range Strike Capability

The Indian Air Force (IAF) strengthened the long range precision strike by getting around 40…

11 hours ago

India Sets Record with 7 Schools Shortlisted for World’s Best School Prizes 2026

Indian schools have achieved the milestone as total 7 Indian schools secured places in Top…

11 hours ago

India Launches World’s First Nuclear Process Heat-Based Hydrogen Production Facility

India achieved the milestone as it commissioned the world’s first hydrogen production facility, which is…

12 hours ago

Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi to Visit India for 16th India-Japan Annual Summit from July 1 to 3

Honorable Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is scheduled to visit New Delhi from 1st to…

13 hours ago

India-Seychelles Defence Partnership: How the Strategic Alliance Is Strengthening Security in the Indian Ocean

The India-Seychelles defense partnership has been emerged as the key pillar of maritime security in…

13 hours ago