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Commercial Banks form the backbone of India\u2019s financial system and are the cornerstone of economic growth and stability. As important financial institutions, they mobilize savings from individuals and institutions and channel these funds toward productive investments in the economy. Their influence extends across every sector like agriculture, industry, trade, infrastructure, and services, making them indispensable to India\u2019s development story. In this article we are going to cover about Commercial Banks, its nature, structure, types and importance of commercial banks in India while examining their regulatory framework, roles and contribution to financial inclusion and national growth.<\/span><\/p>\n

Commercial Banks<\/span><\/h2>\n

Commercial Banks are financial institutions that accept deposits from the public, provide loans, and offer various financial services to generate profit. Unlike cooperative or development banks that have specific social or developmental objectives, commercial banks operate on a commercial basis, meaning their primary goal is to earn profits while maintaining financial stability and public trust.<\/span><\/p>\n

They are governed by the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, and regulated by the Reserve Bank of India<\/strong><\/a> (RBI), which supervises their operations, ensures compliance with prudential norms, and safeguards the interests of depositors. In essence, commercial banks are intermediaries that bridge the gap between savers and borrowers mobilizing idle savings into productive use.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read About: Difference between Scheduled and Non Scheduled Banks<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Commercial Banks Structure in India<\/span><\/h2>\n

The structure of commercial banking in India is classified into two major categories:<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs)<\/span><\/li>\n
  2. Non-Scheduled Commercial Banks (NSCBs)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    This classification is based on their inclusion or exclusion from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.<\/span><\/p>\n

    1. Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs)<\/span><\/h3>\n

    Scheduled Commercial Banks are those banks that are listed in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934. To qualify as an SCB, a bank must:<\/span><\/p>\n