EconomySunday, 13 September 2026·The Hindu - Economy
India’s forex reserves hit a record $785.706 billion; RBI data for week ended Sept 4, 2026
RBI reported a record rise in India’s forex reserves to $785.706 billion, driven mainly by foreign currency assets.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In September 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said India’s foreign exchange reserves rose by a record $44.903 billion to $785.706 billion for the week ended September 4, 2026, marking a new lifetime high.
Key specifics
- Overall reserves increased by $44.903 billion in one week, the biggest jump reported by the RBI.
- Foreign currency assets rose by $47.498 billion to $648.168 billion, making them the largest component.
- Gold reserves fell by $2.594 billion to $113.816 billion during the same week.
- Special Drawing Rights (SDRs) declined by $4 million to $18.806 billion, according to RBI data.
- India’s reserve position with the IMF increased by $2 million to $4.916 billion at the end of the reporting week.
Exam lens
Economy and RBI data question, forex reserves, foreign currency assets, gold reserves, SDRs, IMF reserve position; TNPSC may ask which component formed the major share of India’s reserves.