Paytm says it will not pursue an NBFC licence, choosing a partnership model for lending instead. The decision follows the RBI cancelling Paytm Payments Bank’s licence. Despite the regulatory setback, Paytm reported a consolidated profit of Rs 183 crore in the fourth quarter, marking a strong turnaround, while revenues also rose.
Paytm has separated its core operations from Paytm Payments Bank after regulatory action, aiming to protect business continuity and sharpen governance. Brokerages say the move has limited impact on the core business, while Paytm’s financials show ongoing improvement with revenue and profit growth. Merchant and consumer engagement remain strong, signaling a resilient model.
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The RBI has formally cancelled Paytm Payments Bank’s license, ending a process that started in 2022. The bank is now moving into winding-down, with repayments for depositors and wallet users. Key relief: your Paytm app and its payment services operate under a different license, so they are expected to continue functioning.
Paytm shares fell as much as 8% to an intraday low of Rs 1055.25 on April 27 after the RBI cancelled the license of Paytm Payments Bank Ltd. The central bank’s decision follows tighter restrictions on the payments bank’s core activities, adding fresh uncertainty for investors tied to Paytm’s fintech business.
The RBI has cancelled the banking licence of Paytm Payments Bank due to ongoing compliance issues. The bank can no longer accept deposits, but the Paytm app and core services are reported to remain unaffected. For users, this means you may still be able to use UPI and other payment features, even as the payments bank’s banking operations end.
The RBI has revoked Paytm Payments Bank’s licence, citing governance and management practices harmful to depositors and the public. The decision, under the Banking Regulation Act, takes effect from April 24, 2026 and will bar Paytm Payments Bank from operating as a bank. RBI will seek winding up through the High Court, while Paytm says it is not financially affected.
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RBI has cancelled the licence of Paytm Payments Bank Limited with immediate effect, triggering fresh worries among users about Paytm app services and Paytm UPI. While UPI operations may continue depending on underlying arrangements, the move raises questions about access to wallet balances, account features, and how payments and transfers will be handled going forward.
RBI has cancelled the license of Paytm Payments Bank after previously barring it from accepting fresh deposits since 2024. The decision signals the bank can’t continue operations as it did earlier, putting its account holders and associated services in focus. The RBI action follows heightened regulatory scrutiny of payment banks and their compliance obligations.
Jio Financial Services says it is expanding its lending book through property and asset-backed corporate loans, keeping its focus on secured segments for now. The company is prioritising balance sheet strength before moving into unsecured credit. Alongside lending growth, its payments bank and payment aggregator businesses are also expanding as it targets a broader full-service financial model.
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