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RBI Mandated Compliance

RBI Cyber Security Framework
Compliance

Achieve comprehensive compliance with RBI's Cyber Security Framework for banks, NBFCs, and payment systems. Implement all 17 baseline security controls aligned with IDRBT guidelines.

  • 17 mandatory baseline security controls fully implemented
  • 100% IDRBT guideline alignment
  • Expert support from ex-RBI inspectors and banking auditors
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RBI Regulated Entities  ·  17 Baseline Controls  ·  IDRBT Aligned

17
Baseline Controls
All mandatory
100%
Compliance Rate
Required
5–6mo
Time to Compliance
Average timeline
500+
Audits Completed
Since 2018

17 Mandatory Controls

Baseline Security Control Framework

RBI mandates implementation of all 17 baseline cybersecurity controls for banks, NBFCs, payment aggregators, and payment system operators.

Mandatory

Inventory Management

Maintain comprehensive inventory of IT assets including hardware, software, network devices, and data repositories.

1 · Asset Management

Mandatory

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Implement role-based access control (RBAC), multi-factor authentication (MFA), and privileged access management (PAM).

2 · Access Control

Mandatory

Network Security

Deploy firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), network segmentation, and DMZ architecture.

3 · Network Security

Mandatory

Application Security Life Cycle

Implement secure SDLC practices: threat modeling, secure coding standards, code reviews, and SAST/DAST testing.

4 · Application Security

Mandatory

Security Testing

Conduct periodic vulnerability assessments, penetration testing (VAPT), and security audits by CERT-In empanelled auditors.

5 · Testing & Validation

Mandatory

Vendor Risk Management

Assess third-party vendors, outsourced service providers, and cloud providers for cybersecurity risks.

6 · Third-Party Risk

Mandatory

Data Security

Implement encryption at rest and in transit, data loss prevention (DLP), and data classification frameworks.

7 · Data Protection

Mandatory

Patch and Change Management Life Cycle

Establish patch management process with risk-based prioritization and change approval workflows.

8 · Change Management

Mandatory

Incident Response

Define CSIRT (Computer Security Incident Response Team), incident classification, escalation, and RBI reporting timelines.

9 · Incident Management

Mandatory

Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

Develop BCP/DR plans with defined RTOs/RPOs, regular testing, and alternate site arrangements.

10 · Resilience

Mandatory

Application Programming Interfaces (APIs)

Secure APIs with authentication (OAuth 2.0), rate limiting, input validation, and API gateway controls.

11 · API Security

Mandatory

Employee Awareness / Training

Conduct mandatory cybersecurity awareness training, phishing simulations, and specialized training for IT staff.

12 · Awareness

Mandatory

Cloud Security

Implement cloud security controls: CASB, CSPM, data residency compliance, and shared responsibility model.

13 · Cloud Security

Mandatory

Logging and Monitoring

Deploy SIEM solutions, centralized log management, real-time alerting, and log retention per RBI guidelines.

14 · Monitoring

Mandatory

Cryptographic Controls

Use RBI-approved encryption standards (AES-256, RSA-2048), secure key management, and HSM for critical operations.

15 · Cryptography

Mandatory

Physical and Environmental Security

Implement physical access controls, CCTV surveillance, environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity) for data centers.

16 · Physical Security

Mandatory

Vulnerability Disclosure Program

Establish responsible vulnerability disclosure policy, bug bounty program, and coordinated vulnerability disclosure.

17 · Vulnerability Management

Implementation Requirement

All 17 baseline controls are mandatory for RBI-regulated entities. Non-compliance can result in regulatory penalties, sanctions, or restrictions on business operations. Entities must demonstrate implementation through documented policies, procedures, and evidence during RBI inspections and IDRBT audits.

What's Included

Comprehensive RBI CSF Compliance Services

End-to-end support from gap analysis to implementation and audit readiness—delivered by certified cybersecurity professionals with deep banking domain expertise.

Gap Assessment

Current state analysis against 17 baseline controls, IDRBT guideline alignment review, priority roadmap with risk-based sequencing, and board-ready compliance status report.

Policy & Documentation

Cybersecurity policy suite (18+ policies), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), CSIRT charter and incident playbooks, BCP/DR plans with RTO/RPO definitions.

Technical Implementation

IAM/PAM deployment (MFA, RBAC), SIEM/log management setup, network segmentation and firewall rules, API security gateway configuration.

Security Testing

VAPT by CERT-In empanelled auditors, application security testing (SAST/DAST), phishing simulations, and DR drill validation.

Training & Awareness

Board/C-suite cybersecurity briefings, mandatory staff awareness programs, specialized IT security training, incident response tabletop exercises.

Audit Readiness

Evidence collection and documentation, mock RBI inspection preparation, IDRBT audit support, continuous compliance monitoring.

IMPLEMENTATION ROADMAP

RBI CSF Compliance Timeline

Typical implementation timeline for comprehensive RBI Cyber Security Framework compliance. Timeline may vary based on organization size and current maturity level.

TYPICAL 5-6 MONTH TIMELINE

RBI CSF Implementation Roadmap

At Tranquility, compliance is fast, flexible, and achievable in under 2 months or sometimes even under 2 weeks!

Weeks 1-3

Gap Assessment & Planning

Current state assessment against 17 baseline controls, IDRBT guideline compliance review, risk prioritization and roadmap development, resource allocation and budget finalization.

Weeks 4-7

Policy & Governance

Cybersecurity policy development (18+ policies), CSIRT charter and incident response plan, vendor risk management framework, Board and management approval.

Weeks 8-17

Technical Controls Implementation

IAM/PAM deployment (MFA, RBAC, privileged access), SIEM and log management setup, network security (firewalls, IDS/IPS, segmentation), data encryption and DLP implementation.

Weeks 18-21

Testing & Validation

VAPT by CERT-In empanelled auditors, application security testing (SAST/DAST), DR/BCP drill execution, control effectiveness validation.

Weeks 22-24

Training & Awareness

Board/C-suite cybersecurity briefings, mandatory staff awareness programs, phishing simulation exercises, CSIRT tabletop exercises.

Weeks 25-27

Audit Readiness

Evidence repository preparation, mock RBI inspection, IDRBT audit support, continuous monitoring setup.

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