{"id":227060,"date":"2025-09-05T16:24:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T10:54:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=227060"},"modified":"2025-09-26T09:53:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T04:23:26","slug":"kyc-norms","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/","title":{"rendered":"Banking KYC Norms in India: Documents, Rules &#038; Objectives"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#What_is_KYC\" >What is KYC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#KYC_Norms\" >KYC Norms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Why_Is_KYC_Necessary_in_Banking\" >Why Is KYC Necessary in Banking?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Objectives_of_KYC_Norms\" >Objectives of KYC Norms<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Components_of_KYC\" >Components of KYC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Types_of_KYC_in_India\" >Types of KYC in India<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Customer_Due_Diligence_CDD\" >Customer Due Diligence (CDD)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Periodic_Updating_of_KYC\" >Periodic Updating of KYC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#RBI_Guidelines_on_KYC\" >RBI Guidelines on KYC<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#KYC_and_Anti-Money_Laundering_AML\" >KYC and Anti-Money Laundering (AML)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#Importance_of_KYC_in_Banking_Exams\" >Importance of KYC in Banking Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-norms\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><strong>KYC Norms<\/strong>: Know Your Customer (KYC) is one of the most important regulations in the Indian banking sector. It is the process by which banks and financial institutions verify the identity, address, and background of their customers before providing financial services. KYC is not just a formality but a legal requirement that protects the financial system from fraud, money laundering, terrorism financing, and other illegal activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) made KYC mandatory in 2002 and later strengthened it under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002. Today, KYC is a critical part of banking awareness, and bank exam aspirants must understand it thoroughly since questions related to KYC appear regularly in exams like <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ibps-clerk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IBPS<\/a><\/strong>, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-po\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBI<\/a><\/strong>, RBI, and insurance exams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_KYC\"><\/span>What is KYC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>KYC means &#8220;Know Your Customer.&#8221; It involves collecting proof of identity, proof of address, and sometimes financial details of customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main purpose of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-full-form\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">KYC <\/a><\/strong>is to ensure that banks know who their customers are and what kind of financial transactions they are likely to conduct. This helps banks identify suspicious activities early and report them to the authorities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If a person opens a savings account, they must provide Aadhaar and PAN card.<\/li><li>If a company opens a current account, it must provide incorporation certificates, tax details, and authorized signatory documents.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KYC_Norms\"><\/span>KYC Norms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>KYC norms are the rules and guidelines that banks and financial institutions must follow to verify the identity of their customers. These norms were introduced to ensure that the banking system is not misused for illegal activities like money laundering, terrorism financing, or identity fraud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has made KYC compliance mandatory for all banks, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/nbfcs-structure-functions-and-regulations\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)<\/a><\/strong>, and other regulated entities. KYC is carried out at the time of opening an account, availing a loan, investing in mutual funds, or carrying out high-value transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The KYC process usually involves two components:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Identity verification<\/strong> \u2013 through documents such as Aadhaar, PAN, passport, voter ID, or driving license.<\/li><li><strong>Address verification<\/strong> \u2013 through documents like utility bills, rental agreements, or government-issued IDs.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_KYC_Necessary_in_Banking\"><\/span>Why Is KYC Necessary in Banking?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The banking sector deals with large sums of money, making it vulnerable to fraud and misuse. KYC helps banks reduce these risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key reasons why KYC is necessary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>To prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.<\/li><li>To ensure customer accounts are used only for genuine purposes.<\/li><li>To protect customers from identity theft and fraud.<\/li><li>To maintain compliance with national laws (PMLA) and international standards (FATF).<\/li><li>To build trust and transparency in the financial system.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/anti-money-laundering-aml\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Also Read: what is AML?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Objectives_of_KYC_Norms\"><\/span>Objectives of KYC Norms<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The KYC framework was designed with specific goals that benefit both customers and banks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Proper Customer Identification<\/strong> \u2013 Verifying identity using reliable, independent documents.<\/li><li><strong>Risk Assessment<\/strong> \u2013 Identifying high-risk customers such as politically exposed persons (PEPs).<\/li><li><strong>Monitoring of Transactions<\/strong> \u2013 Tracking unusual patterns in deposits, withdrawals, or remittances.<\/li><li><strong>Prevention of Financial Crimes<\/strong> \u2013 Blocking illegal activities such as hawala transactions, black money circulation, or funding of terrorism.<\/li><li><strong>Compliance with Global Standards<\/strong> \u2013 Ensuring Indian banks follow international AML\/CFT frameworks.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/aml-kyc\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IIBF AML KYC Online Coaching in English &amp; Hinglish<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Components_of_KYC\"><\/span>Components of KYC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every KYC process has two essential components.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Component<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Purpose<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Examples of Documents<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Proof of Identity<\/td><td>To confirm who the customer is<\/td><td>Aadhaar card, PAN card, Passport, Voter ID, Driving License<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Proof of Address<\/td><td>To confirm where the customer resides<\/td><td>Aadhaar card, Utility bills, Passport, Rent agreement, Bank statement<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In certain cases, banks may also collect:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Proof of Income (Salary slips, Form 16, ITR for loans).<\/li><li>Business Documents (for companies\/partnership firms).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/kyc-policies\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Read about KYC Policies<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_KYC_in_India\"><\/span>Types of KYC in India<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>RBI has introduced flexible modes of KYC to make it easier for customers and to promote financial inclusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Regular KYC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Traditional method of submitting documents physically at the branch. Customers must carry originals for verification.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">e-KYC (Electronic KYC)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Verification using Aadhaar authentication. Completely paperless and done through UIDAI database. OTP-based or biometric-based.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video KYC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Introduced by RBI in 2020. Customers complete KYC via a live video call with a bank official. The official verifies documents and captures live photo\/video.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Simplified or Small Account KYC<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Designed for financially weaker sections who may not have full KYC documents. These accounts come with restrictions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Maximum deposit: Rs. 1 lakh per year<\/li><li>Maximum withdrawal: Rs. 10,000 per month<\/li><li>Validity: 12 months (extendable to 24 months)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Customer_Due_Diligence_CDD\"><\/span>Customer Due Diligence (CDD)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Customer Due Diligence is a key part of KYC norms. It ensures that customers are properly verified and classified based on risk levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Levels of CDD<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Simplified Due Diligence (SDD): For low-value accounts with minimal requirements.<\/li><li>Normal Due Diligence: Standard verification for most customers.<\/li><li>Enhanced Due Diligence (EDD): For high-risk customers like PEPs, NRIs, or those with large transactions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>EDD includes stricter checks such as source of funds, occupation details, and close monitoring of transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Periodic_Updating_of_KYC\"><\/span>Periodic Updating of KYC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>KYC is not a one-time process. Banks must update records regularly to keep information accurate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Risk Category<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Frequency of KYC Update<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Low-risk customers<\/td><td>Every 10 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Medium-risk customers<\/td><td>Every 8 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>High-risk customers<\/td><td>Every 2 years<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Example: A senior citizen with a pension account may be classified as low-risk, while a businessman dealing in foreign trade may be high-risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RBI_Guidelines_on_KYC\"><\/span>RBI Guidelines on KYC<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The RBI has issued a Master Direction on KYC that all banks and financial institutions must follow. Some key provisions are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>KYC must be completed before opening any account.<\/li><li>Aadhaar can be used as both proof of identity and proof of address.<\/li><li>PAN card is mandatory for high-value transactions.<\/li><li>Banks must report Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs) to FIU-IND.<\/li><li>Video KYC is permitted to make onboarding easier.<\/li><li>Accounts without updated KYC may be frozen until compliance.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"KYC_and_Anti-Money_Laundering_AML\"><\/span>KYC and Anti-Money Laundering (AML)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>KYC is the first step in preventing money laundering. Together with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/anti-money-laundering-laws\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">AML laws,<\/a><\/strong> it ensures:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Proper monitoring of financial activities.<\/li><li>Prevention of illegal fund transfers.<\/li><li>International cooperation in combating financial crimes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For exam aspirants, it is important to remember that KYC + AML = Compliance Framework in banking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_of_KYC_in_Banking_Exams\"><\/span>Importance of KYC in Banking Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>KYC is highly relevant for exams because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>It is part of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/testbook.com\/banking-awareness\/banking-abbreviations\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banking Awareness<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li><li>It is directly linked to PMLA and AML laws.<\/li><li>RBI frequently updates KYC rules, making it current affairs material.<\/li><li>Practical questions about KYC documents, periodic updates, and small accounts are common.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757067977073\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1: What is the full form of KYC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A1: KYC stands for Know Your Customer. It is the process of verifying customer identity in banking and finance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757068949232\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2: Why is KYC important in banking?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A2: KYC helps prevent money laundering, fraud, and identity theft, ensuring safe financial transactions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069044420\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3: Who regulates KYC norms in India?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A3: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regulates KYC norms under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 (PMLA).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069054783\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4: What are the main types of KYC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A4: The two types are Regular KYC (document-based) and e-KYC (Aadhaar-based electronic verification).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069082159\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5: What documents are required for KYC?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A5: Aadhaar card, PAN card, voter ID, passport, driving license, and utility bills for address proof are commonly accepted.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069098785\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q6: What is CKYC in India?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A6: CKYC stands for Central KYC, a central database of KYC records accessible to multiple financial institutions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069119698\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q7: Is KYC mandatory for opening a bank account?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A7: Yes, KYC is mandatory for all types of bank accounts like savings, current, FD, and loan accounts.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069132802\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q8: What is e-KYC and how does it work?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A8: e-KYC is an Aadhaar-based electronic verification done using OTP or biometrics for faster account opening.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069150321\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q9: How often should KYC be updated?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A9: Banks update KYC every 2 years (high-risk customers), 8 years (medium-risk), and 10 years (low-risk).<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1757069165282\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q10: What happens if KYC is not completed?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">A10: The bank may freeze the account, restrict transactions, or deny financial services until KYC is updated.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__list is-grid columns-3 wp-block-latest-posts\"><li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/union-bank-apprentice-salary\/\">Union Bank Apprentice Salary 2026, Stipend and Job Profile Details<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/union-bank-of-india-apprentice-syllabus\/\">Union Bank Apprentice Syllabus 2026 &amp; Exam Pattern<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/union-bank-of-india-apprentice-recruitment\/\">Union Bank Apprentice Recruitment 2026, Apply 1865 Posts<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/bank-merger-list\/\">Bank Mergers List in India, 1993 to 2026, Latest Updates<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/nicl-assistant-vs-ibps-po-mains\/\">NICL Assistant Mains vs IBPS PO Mains 2026: Detailed Comparison<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"wp-block-latest-posts__post-title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/banking-terms-for-ibps-po-interview\/\">IBPS PO Interview 2026: Download Important Banking Terms PDF<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>KYC Norms: Know Your Customer (KYC) is one of the most important regulations in the Indian banking sector. 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