# RBI proposes new leverage ratio norms for banks 2026-08-07T12:40:07+00:00 | Governance | Indian Opinion Desk Corroboration: 1 independent outlet The Reserve Bank of India has published draft directions to update the leverage ratio framework for commercial banks, adopting the Basel Committee's 2017 standard. The proposal amends Chapter VII of the capital adequacy norms issued in 2025. Comments must be submitted by August 28, 2026. The RBI has invited feedback through its 'Connect 2 Regulate' portal or by post or email. The move aims to curb excessive risk-taking by limiting bank leverage. ## Coverage - rbi.org.in Tags: bank regulation, Basel norms, capital adequacy, commercial banks, leverage ratio, RBI Canonical: https://indianopinion.org/rbi-proposes-new-leverage-ratio-norms-for-banks/ License: Summary and commentary (c) Indian Opinion, reusable with attribution. Facts belong to the linked sources. Cite: https://indianopinion.org/rbi-proposes-new-leverage-ratio-norms-for-banks/#story-in-brief Review state: restored archive article, accurate at time of publication, not offered to search indexes.