Press release 🌐 Macro 🌍 India

RBI Sets Underwriting Commission for 36,000 Crore Government Bond Auction

The RBI has set underwriting commission rates for the 7.06% GS 2041 and 7.43% GS 2076 bonds, facilitating a 36,000 crore rupee government securities auction scheduled for October 9, 2026.

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2 assets impacted. Net bias: 0 Bullish, 0 Bearish, 2 Neutral. Strongest signal: 7.06% GS 2041 → 2/10 (70% confidence).

📊 Affected Assets (2)

7.06% GS 2041
Neutral 🤖 70%
⚡ Intraday 🌍 IN · Explicit

RBI's underwriting auction result sets a 0.54 paise commission rate, indicating standard market conditions for this sovereign bond.

7.43% GS 2076
Neutral 🤖 70%
⚡ Intraday 🌍 IN · Explicit

RBI's underwriting auction result sets a 0.88 paise commission rate, indicating standard market conditions for this sovereign bond.

🎯 Key Takeaways

  • RBI set a 0.54 paise commission rate for the 7.06% GS 2041 bond.
  • The 7.43% GS 2076 bond carries an underwriting commission of 0.88 paise.
  • Total government securities underwritten for the auction amount to 36,000 crore rupees.

📝 Executive Summary

The Reserve Bank of India has finalized underwriting commission rates for the upcoming October 9, 2026, government securities auction. Primary Dealers will receive 0.54 paise per 100 rupees for the 7.06% GS 2041 and 0.88 paise per 100 rupees for the 7.43% GS 2076, covering a total notified amount of 36,000 crore rupees.

❓ FAQ

What is the purpose of the RBI underwriting auction?

The underwriting auction determines the commission rates paid to Primary Dealers for committing to purchase government securities, ensuring the successful completion of the government's borrowing program.