RBI Keeps Repo Rate Unchanged at 5.25% in August 2026 Monetary Policy
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Key Decision | Repo rate unchanged at 5.25% |
| Policy Stance | Neutral (Unanimous decision) |
| RBI Governor | Shri Sanjay Malhotra (Chairperson) |
| Key Policy Rates | - Repo Rate: 5.25% - SDF: 5.00% - MSF: 5.50% - Bank Rate: 5.50% |
| FY 2026-27 GDP Growth Forecast | 6.7% (Q1: 7.0%, Q2: 6.4%, Q3: 6.5%, Q4: 6.8%) |
| FY 2026-27 CPI Inflation Forecast | 5.0% (Q2: 4.7%, Q3: 5.9%, Q4: 5.5%) |
| Core Inflation (Excluding Food & Fuel) | 3.9% (Stable) |