Banking Ombudsman complaint — 2026 guide

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	+	metatag-description=(Banking Ombudsman: free, time-bound complaint resolution. Online complaint at cms.rbi.org.in. * BO covers all scheduled commercial banks (PSU + private) * Free; no.)
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	+	====== Banking Ombudsman complaint — 2026 guide ======
	+
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	+	<WRAP info>
	+	Quick answer: Banking Ombudsman is RBI-appointed adjudicator for bank service deficiencies. Free, online (cms.rbi.org.in), 30-90 day resolution. RTI to bank in parallel.
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Key facts =====
	+	* BO covers all scheduled commercial banks (PSU + private)
	+	* Free; no fee at any stage
	+	* Online via cms.rbi.org.in
	+	* 30-90 day resolution typically
	+	* Compensation up to Rs 30 lakh + Rs 1 lakh for mental harassment
	+
	+	===== Step-by-step process =====
	+	- File complaint at cms.rbi.org.in — Need bank complaint refused first.
	+	- Submit grievance + bank refusal proof — Within 1 year of bank refusal.
	+	- BO acknowledges — 7 days.
	+	- BO calls hearing — Conciliation OR adjudication.
	+	- Decision in 30-90 days — Mandatory for bank.
	+	- Compensation + service direction — Per BO order.
	+
	+	===== Documents needed =====
	+	* Bank complaint reference + bank reply
	+	* Identity proof
	+	* Account details
	+
	+	===== Common issues + how to handle =====
	+	* BO acknowledges but no movement — RTI to BO secretariat for case allocation.
	+	* BO decides against you — appeal to Appellate Authority RBI within 30 days.
	+	* Bank not implementing BO decision — file contempt petition or RTI for compliance.
	+	* Compensation denied — challenge under §16 of BO scheme.
	+
	+	===== If stuck — file an RTI =====
	+
	+	Most "delays" or "rejections" clear within 7-15 days of an RTI being filed. Use this 5-question template:
	+
	+	<code>
	+	1. Status of my application no. _____ dated _____ as on date.
	+	2. Name + designation of dealing officer assigned to my file.
	+	3. Reasons for delay beyond the statutory timeline.
	+	4. Copy of any noting / movement of my file in the past 30 days.
	+	5. Likely date of resolution / decision.
	+	</code>
	+
	+	Auto-fill the PIO + your case: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Open the AI RTI Drafter →]]
	+
	+	===== Frequently asked questions =====
	+	==== Free? ====
	+	Yes — fully free. RBI funds the secretariat.
	+
	+	==== Time limit? ====
	+	1 year from bank's final reply (or 6 months from no reply).
	+
	+	==== Compensation cap? ====
	+	Rs 30 lakh financial harm + Rs 1 lakh mental agony (max).
	+
	+	==== Appeal possible? ====
	+	Yes — to Appellate Authority RBI within 30 days.
	+
	+	===== Summary + next step =====
	+
	+	<WRAP center round tip 90%>
	+	Bottom line: Banking Ombudsman is RBI-appointed adjudicator for bank service deficiencies. Free, online (cms.rbi.org.in), 30-90 day resolution. RTI to bank in parallel. If delayed beyond statutory timeline, file an RTI — most cases clear within 15 days.
	+
	+	* AI RTI Drafter: [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Auto-fill PIO + your case]]
	+	* More guidance: [[:audience:msme-entrepreneurs\|Schemes for msme entrepreneurs]]
	+	* Browse all banking guides: [[:banking:start\|Index]]
	+	</WRAP>
	+
	+	===== Related =====
	+	* [[:banking:start\|All banking guides]]
	+	* [[:check-status:start\|25 status-check guides]]
	+	* [[:how-to-apply:start\|25 how-to-apply guides]]
	+	* [[:rejection-recovery:start\|16 rejection-recovery guides]]
	+	* [[:helplines:start\|32 helplines + grievance routes]]
	+	* [[:citizen-rti-playbook\|Full RTI Playbook]]
	+
	+	//Last reviewed: 26 April 2026.//
	+
	+	{{tag>banking banking-ombudsman citizen-services rti-fallback}}

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