RBL Bank Discloses Corrigendum to Emirates NBD Open Offer Following RBI Approval
RBL Bank disclosed a corrigendum to Emirates NBD's open offer documentation following RBI approval on April 01, 2026. The open offer seeks 415,586,443 shares at INR 280.00 per share for INR 116,364,204,040 total consideration. RBI approval came with governance stipulations requiring amendments to board composition provisions and RBL Bank's articles of association through shareholder approval.

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RBL Bank has informed stock exchanges about a corrigendum issued by Emirates NBD Bank regarding its open offer documentation, following regulatory approval from the Reserve Bank of India. The corrigendum, dated April 11, 2026, addresses key amendments required after receiving RBI clearance for the proposed acquisition.
Open Offer Details
Emirates NBD Bank has announced an open offer to acquire RBL Bank shares with the following parameters:
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Shares to Acquire | 415,586,443 equity shares |
| Face Value | INR 10.00 per share |
| Offer Price | INR 280.00 per share |
| Percentage of Capital | 26.00% of expanded voting share capital |
| Total Consideration | INR 116,364,204,040 |
The offer represents a significant acquisition by the UAE-based Emirates NBD Bank, with J.P. Morgan India Private Limited serving as the manager to the open offer.
RBI Approval and Stipulations
The Reserve Bank of India granted approval on April 01, 2026, for Emirates NBD to acquire up to 74.00% and not below 51.00% of RBL Bank's total paid-up share capital. The approval came with specific stipulations regarding board composition and governance requirements.
Key RBI stipulations include:
- Application of provisions for foreign banks operating in wholly owned subsidiary mode
- Modified requirements for independent directors in board meetings
- Mandatory amendments to RBL Bank's articles of association
The RBI referenced Chapter IV of the Reserve Bank of India (Commercial Banks - Governance) Directions, 2025, which requires not less than two-thirds of directors to be non-executive and not less than one-third to be independent of management.
Board Composition Changes
The RBI approval necessitated amendments to the original Investment Agreement provisions regarding director nominations. The revised terms specify that Emirates NBD will have the right to nominate all non-independent directors, subject to applicable law and RBI governance directions.
The amendments affect multiple sections of the open offer documentation:
| Document Section | Amendment Required |
|---|---|
| Detailed Public Statement | Updated director nomination rights |
| Draft Letter of Offer | Revised board composition terms |
| Required Statutory Approvals | Additional shareholder approval requirement |
Regulatory Compliance Requirements
RBL Bank must now obtain additional approvals to complete the transaction. The bank needs to secure shareholder approval through a special resolution under Section 14(1) of the Companies Act, 2013, for amending its articles of association.
The amended definition of "Required Statutory Approvals" now includes RBL Bank obtaining approval from both the RBI and its shareholders for the necessary articles of association amendments. These changes ensure compliance with the revised board composition requirements as advised by the RBI.
Publication and Documentation
The corrigendum was published on April 12, 2026, in multiple newspapers to ensure wide dissemination:
| Newspaper | Language | Editions |
|---|---|---|
| Financial Express | English | All editions |
| Jansatta | Hindi | All editions |
| Tarun Bharat | Marathi | Kolhapur and Mumbai |
The corrigendum maintains all other terms and conditions of the original open offer while incorporating the necessary amendments to comply with RBI requirements. MUFG Intime India Private Limited serves as the registrar to the offer, facilitating the administrative aspects of the acquisition process.
Historical Stock Returns for RBL Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.40% | +7.03% | +8.14% | +12.36% | +90.99% | +52.64% |
How will Emirates NBD's acquisition strategy impact RBL Bank's existing retail and corporate banking operations in India?
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