On social media, there has been a rumor that the bank OF INDIA' target='_blank' title='reserve bank of india-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>reserve bank of india (RBI) has ordered that certain ink colors be used while writing checks. This assertion, however, has been refuted by the press Information Bureau's Fact Check division (PIB Fact Check), which has confirmed that it is untrue and unfounded.
 
No Directive from RBI on Ink Colors
The PIB Fact Check clarified via a post on X that the RBI has not issued any directive requiring specific ink colors for cheque writing. This misinformation appears to be a baseless rumor, and the public is advised to disregard it.

In one of PIB's recent posts dated Jan 17th on its X handler, it said that. " It is being claimed in social media posts that RBI has issued new rules prohibiting the use of black ink on cheques.#PIBFactCheck

This claim is #FAKE. bank OF INDIA' target='_blank' title='reserve bank of india-Latest Updates, Photos, Videos are a click away, CLICK NOW'>reserve bank of india has not prescribed specific ink colors to be used for writing cheques."

What Ink Types Can Be Used On Cheques?
It is advised to use blue or black ink in standard banking procedures since these hues offer clarity and make it easier to discern handwritten language from the printed text on the check. Because it sticks out more and makes handwritten details simpler for banks to read, blue ink is typically chosen. Because of its formal look and readability, black ink is also commonly used.

Red ink is typically regarded as casual and might be interpreted as corrections, so stay away from using it. Pencils and erasable ink are also absolutely forbidden due of their easy alteration and potential security hazards. It's also preferable to stay away from other hues like purple or green, since they can not work with bank scanning equipment and cause processing problems.
 
 
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18/01/2025 10:53 AM