Paytm Payments Services Gets RBI Approval for Offline, Cross-Border PA

Synopsis:


Paytm Payments Services Limited has received RBI approval to operate as a payment aggregator for offline and cross-border transactions. The authorisation, dated December 17, 2025, is in addition to its earlier online payment aggregation approval under the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007.

 

Source: One 97 Communications Limited Press Release (BSE Exchange Filings) | Published on Dec 17, 2025

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As quoted in the press release from One 97 Communications Limited and its news (BSE Exchange Filings), the company informed stock exchanges about a fresh regulatory approval received from the Reserve Bank of India.

The RBI has authorised Paytm Payments Services Limited to operate as a payment aggregator for offline and cross-border transactions. The approval includes both inward and outward cross-border payments. The authorisation was granted on December 17, 2025. 

Paytm Payments Services Limited is a wholly owned subsidiary of One 97 Communications Limited. The company had earlier received RBI approval on November 26, 2025, to operate as an online payment aggregator. The latest approval adds offline and cross-border payment services to the existing licence.

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Key Takeaways

  • On December 17, 2025, RBI authorisation was given.

  • Offline payment aggregation is covered by approval.

  • Both inward and outward transactions are included in cross-border payments.

  • Released in accordance with SEBI Regulation 30 and the Payment and Settlement Systems Act of 2007

The RBI Authorisation Scope

According to the attached letter from the Reserve Bank of India to the SEBI filing, Paytm Payments Services Limited has been granted RBI Authorisation to act as a Payment Aggregator for POS (point of sale) transactions. The approval also allows the company to facilitate cross-border payments. This authorisation is in addition to the online payment aggregation approval granted earlier. 

The payment system must operate as per the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007. It must also follow all applicable rules, directions, and guidelines issued by the RBI. The RBI has stated that failure to comply with the conditions may lead to regulatory action. This may include restrictions on operations or withdrawal of authorisation, as per the applicable provisions.

Authorisation Coverage Summary

Particulars

Details

Entity

Paytm Payments Services Limited

Parent Company

One 97 Communications Limited

Regulator

Reserve Bank of India

Approval Date

December 17, 2025

Permitted Activities

Offline and cross-border payment aggregation

Legal Framework

Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007

One 97 Communications Limited Share Price Update

As per NSE data on December 17, 2025, at 15:30 PM IST, One 97 Communications Limited share price was ₹1,264.00. The stock closed lower by ₹17.40, or 1.36 percent, compared to the previous close. The share opened at ₹1,282.00 during the session. The intraday high stood at ₹1,293.90, while the low was ₹1,260.00. The volume-weighted average price for the day was ₹1,273.11.

 

Published Date : 18 Dec 2025

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This article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market investments are subject to risks. DSIJ Wealth Advisory Private Limited is a SEBI-registered Research Analyst (Reg. No: INH000006396) and Investment Adviser (Reg. No: INA000001142). Please consult your financial adviser before investing. 

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