RBI to Auction ₹32,000 Crore Government Securities on June 19

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will conduct an auction of Government of India dated securities worth ₹32,000 crore on June 19, 2026. The auction will include four securities with maturities ranging from 2029 to 2056 and will be conducted via the e-Kuber system.

The securities on offer include ₹11,000 crore each of 6.03% GS 2029 and 6.68% GS 2033, ₹5,000 crore of 7.24% GS 2055, and ₹5,000 crore of 7.50% GOI SGrB 2056. The government also retains the option to accept an additional ₹2,000 crore subscription for each security.

The auction will use a multiple price method, with competitive bids accepted until 11:30 a.m. and non-competitive bids until 11:00 a.m. on June 19. Results will be announced the same day, and successful bidders must settle payments by June 22, 2026.

Eligible individual investors can participate through the non-competitive bidding facility via the RBI Retail Direct portal. The securities will also be available for 'When Issued' trading from June 16 to June 19.

This auction is part of the government’s borrowing program and provides an opportunity for institutional and retail investors to invest in long-term government-backed instruments.

Key Points
- RBI to auction ₹32,000 crore government securities on June 19, 2026.
- Four securities with maturities from 2029 to 2056 are on offer.
- Government may accept an additional ₹2,000 crore per security.
- Auction will use the e-Kuber system with results announced the same day.
- Securities eligible for 'When Issued' trading from June 16 to June 19.

FAQ

What is the total amount of securities being auctioned?
The total amount is ₹32,000 crore, with an option for an additional ₹2,000 crore per security.

When will the auction results be announced?
The results will be announced on the same day, June 19, 2026.

How can individual investors participate?
Individual investors can participate through the RBI Retail Direct portal under the non-competitive bidding facility.