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About the Course on Fintech Law & Practice
This intensive 3-session Fintech Law & Practice offers a deep dive into the regulatory architecture of India’s financial ecosystem.
Moving beyond the buzzwords, we decode the complex web of RBI, SEBI, and PMLA regulations governing how money moves, how it is lent, and how it is invested in the digital age.
Perfect for lawyers and professionals looking to specialise in the high-growth Financial Regulatory Practice (FRP) sector.
Eligibility
Law students (including LLM students), graduates, academicians and practitioners.
It is also open to all individuals interested in Financial Regulatory Practice (FRP) sector.
Course Structure
Session 1: Payments Universe [21.02.2026]
- PSS Act, 2007 and RBI authorisation perimeter; NPCI’s role in UPI and other rails (UPI as NPCI-developed, RBI-regulated)
- Intermediaries (PA/PG):
- Domestic PAs: Payment Aggregators: RBI (Regulation of Payment Aggregators) Directions, 2025; Net-worth, and Escrow mechanics.
- Tokenization: Card-on-File tokenization (CoFT) and data storage norms.
- Cross-Border Payments :
- PA-CB (Payment Aggregator – Cross Border): The new RBI regime replacing OPGSP (Online Payment Gateway Service Providers)
- MTS (Money Transfer Service): Remittance laws.
- Role of AD Banks: Who are Authorized Dealer Category-I banks? Why fintech with forex/current account cross-border flows needs an AD Bank partner for forex/FEMA compliance.
- Stablecoins: The global debate vs. RBI’s stance (e-Rupee/CBDC vs. Private Cryptos).
Session 2: Banking Regulations & Digital Lending [22.02.2026]
- Banking Fundamentals:
- Banking Regulation Act: What constitutes “Banking”?
- Outsourcing Guidelines: The legal basis for Neo-banks. How tech companies partner with banks without a banking license.
- Digital Lending Guidelines (DLG):
- LSP vs. RE: Responsibilities of Lending Service Providers (The App) vs. Regulated Entities (The Bank/NBFC).
- Fund Flow: ensuring money flows directly from Lender to Borrower (no pass-through).
- Risk & Guarantees:
- FLDG (First Loss Default Guarantee): The 5% cap, structuring default guarantees, and why this was a game-changer.
- Co-Lending Models (CLM): How Banks and NBFCs collaborate to lend.
Session 3: SEBI, Investments & Virtual Assets [28.02.2026]
- Wealth-Tech & Intermediaries (SEBI):
- Investment Advisors vs. Research Analysts (The licensure for “Finfluencers” and Wealth apps).
- Execution Only Platforms (EOP): The framework for Mutual Fund platforms.
- Foreign Access to Indian Markets:
- FPI (Foreign Portfolio Investors): Who they are, the categories, and how foreign money enters Indian stocks/bonds.
- FEMA/FOI: Basics of Foreign Investment in financial products.
- Virtual Digital Assets (VDAs) & Compliance:
- Crypto/VDAs: The PMLA (Anti-Money Laundering) coverage for crypto exchanges.
- KYC/AML Master Directions: The “Travel Rule” and Video-KYC (V-CIP) norms applicable across FRP.
Perks
- Weekend sessions with fixed timings
- Live and interactive sessions with doubt-clearing options
- Learn from the top industry experts
- A certificate on completion of the course to show your expertise
- Get access to recorded video lectures
- Practical assignments
Faculties
- Mr. Shatrajit Banerji (Partner, Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas)
- Mr. Raghav Muthanna (Partner, CMS INDUSLAW)
Certification
Upon completion of the assignment, participants will receive an e-certificate that can be downloaded and printed for records.
Duration
21st Feb to 28th Feb (3 sessions)
Classes will be held only on weekends (10 AM to 11 AM). Recordings of the live sessions will also be provided.
Last Date of Enrolment
Feb 20
Course Fees
Rs 2000
After LawBhoomi Discount (Rs 200 off – 10%): Rs 1,799.00
Enrolment Procedure
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