RBI observes Financial Literacy Week 2026 from February 9–13 on the theme KYC – Your First Step to Safe Banking, focusing on financial awareness, fraud prevention, KYC compliance, and inclusive banking initiatives across India.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is observing Financial Literacy Week (FLW) 2026 from February 9 to February 13, 2026, with a strong focus on enhancing public awareness about safe and responsible banking practices. The theme for this year, “KYC – Your First Step to Safe Banking,” highlights the critical role of Know Your Customer (KYC) norms in ensuring financial security and preventing fraud.
The Financial Literacy Week 2026 programme was formally inaugurated by Secretary RD Shri Abhishek Singh, IAS, in the presence of senior officials from the Reserve Bank of India, the State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC) Convener, and the State Head of State Bank of India (SBI). The event brought together policymakers, bankers, and development stakeholders to reinforce the importance of financial awareness among citizens.
Addressing the gathering, the dignitaries emphasised that proper KYC compliance is the foundation of secure banking. They noted that updated KYC records help banks verify customer identity, reduce the risk of financial fraud, and strengthen the overall integrity of the financial system. Citizens were encouraged to regularly update their KYC details and remain vigilant against fraudulent activities.
CEO of TRLM, Shri Tarit Kanti Chakma, IAS, also addressed the programme and presented an overview of the functioning of Self Help Group (SHG) members, popularly known as SHG didis, across the state. He highlighted the growing role of SHGs in promoting financial inclusion, women empowerment, and grassroots economic development. He further stressed that financial literacy initiatives like FLW empower SHG members to make informed financial decisions and responsibly access banking services.
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The primary objective of observing Financial Literacy Week every year is to spread awareness on key financial topics through focused and targeted campaigns. During the week-long observance, banks and financial institutions will conduct outreach programmes, workshops, digital campaigns, and community-level interactions to educate people about banking safety, digital transactions, customer rights, and grievance redressal mechanisms.
This year’s theme places special emphasis on KYC as the first and most important step toward safe banking. RBI officials reiterated that a well-informed customer is the strongest defence against financial fraud and cybercrime. Through Financial Literacy Week 2026, the RBI aims to strengthen public trust in the banking system and promote a culture of financial responsibility across the country.
