{"id":9681,"date":"2025-11-17T19:16:51","date_gmt":"2025-11-17T19:16:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/?p=9681"},"modified":"2025-12-31T13:49:21","modified_gmt":"2025-12-31T13:49:21","slug":"key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/","title":{"rendered":"Key Provisions under the SARFAESI Act, 2002"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"428\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-9682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-90.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1206\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-90.png 738w, https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/image-90-300x166.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1206px) 100vw, 1206px\" \/><\/h2>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_58 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f5af7f9b4ac\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69f5af7f9b4ac\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Key_Provisions_under_the_SARFAESI_Act_2002\" title=\"Key Provisions under the SARFAESI Act, 2002\">Key Provisions under the SARFAESI Act, 2002<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Securitisation_of_Financial_Assets\" title=\"Securitisation of Financial Assets\">Securitisation of Financial Assets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Enforcement_of_Security_Interest_Section_13\" title=\"Enforcement of Security Interest (Section 13)\">Enforcement of Security Interest (Section 13)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Asset_Reconstruction_Companies_ARCs\" title=\"Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)\">Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Securitisation_Reconstruction_of_Financial_Assets_Sections_5%E2%80%9312\" title=\"Securitisation &amp; Reconstruction of Financial Assets (Sections 5\u201312)\">Securitisation &amp; Reconstruction of Financial Assets (Sections 5\u201312)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Enforcement_of_Security_Interest\" title=\"Enforcement of Security Interest\">Enforcement of Security Interest<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Protection_of_Borrowers\" title=\"Protection of Borrowers\">Protection of Borrowers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Measures_for_Asset_Reconstruction_Section_9\" title=\"Measures for Asset Reconstruction (Section 9)\">Measures for Asset Reconstruction (Section 9)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Taking_Possession_via_Magistrate_Section_14\" title=\"Taking Possession via Magistrate (Section 14)\">Taking Possession via Magistrate (Section 14)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Appeal_to_DRT_Section_17\" title=\"Appeal to DRT (Section 17) :\u00a0\">Appeal to DRT (Section 17) :\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Appeal_to_DRAT_Section_18\" title=\"Appeal to DRAT (Section 18) :\u00a0\">Appeal to DRAT (Section 18) :\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Central_Registry_CERSAI_%E2%80%93_Sections_20%E2%80%9323\" title=\"Central Registry (CERSAI) \u2013 Sections 20\u201323\">Central Registry (CERSAI) \u2013 Sections 20\u201323<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Offences_Penalties_Sections_27%E2%80%9330A\" title=\"Offences &amp; Penalties (Sections 27\u201330A)\">Offences &amp; Penalties (Sections 27\u201330A)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#RBI_Oversight_Powers_Section_12\" title=\"RBI Oversight &amp; Powers (Section 12)\">RBI Oversight &amp; Powers (Section 12)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Exemptions_Section_31\" title=\"Exemptions (Section 31)\">Exemptions (Section 31)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Economic_Impact_of_the_SARFAESI_Act\" title=\"Economic Impact of the SARFAESI Act\">Economic Impact of the SARFAESI Act<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Challenges_in_Implementation_in_SARFAESI_Act_2002\" title=\"Challenges in Implementation in SARFAESI Act, 2002\">Challenges in Implementation in SARFAESI Act, 2002<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#SARFAESI_Act_2002_%E2%80%93_Quick_Reference_Table\" title=\"SARFAESI Act, 2002 \u2013 Quick Reference Table\">SARFAESI Act, 2002 \u2013 Quick Reference Table<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3'><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/www.caindelhiindia.com\/blog\/key-provisions-under-the-sarfaesi-act-2002\/#You_may_also_review_the_other_article\" title=\"You may also review the other article \">You may also review the other article <\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"428\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Provisions_under_the_SARFAESI_Act_2002\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"428\">Key Provisions under the SARFAESI Act, 2002<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 data-start=\"319\" data-end=\"338\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"322\" data-end=\"338\">Introduction<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>SARFAESI gives banks\/ARCs the power to enforce security interest and recover dues without court intervention, with appeals going to DRT\/DRAT and oversight by RBI.\u00a0 The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest Act, 2002 (SARFAESI Act) is a landmark statute designed to strengthen the Indian financial system by empowering banks and financial institutions to recover loans efficiently from defaulting borrowers. Enacted in the backdrop of rising Non-Performing Assets (NPAs), the Act aims to enable faster recovery, improve creditor confidence, and ensure stability in the credit ecosystem.\u00a0Key provisions under the SARFAESI Act, 2002 are mentioned here under :<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"910\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Securitisation_of_Financial_Assets\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"910\">Securitisation of Financial Assets<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"911\" data-end=\"1123\">The Act allows banks and financial institutions to securitize their loan portfolios. Securitization involves converting illiquid loan assets into marketable securities, which are then sold to investors.\u00a0 following are benefits that come SARFAESI Act:\u00a0 Reduces NPAs on bank balance sheets, enhances liquidity, Releases capital for further lending, Facilitates a more efficient credit market.<\/p>\n<h3 data-start=\"376\" data-end=\"428\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enforcement_of_Security_Interest_Section_13\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"433\" data-end=\"485\">Enforcement of Security Interest (Section 13)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"520\">This is the heart of SARFAESI. A secured creditor may enforce a security interest without court intervention. &amp;\u00a0 Borrower must be a wilful defaulter \/ non-performing asset (NPA). A 60-day notice (Section 13(2)) must be issued demanding repayment.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"520\">If the borrower does not comply, the secured creditor may take measures under Section 13(4), such as Taking possession of secured assets, Taking over management of borrower (13(4)(b)), Appointing a manager,\u00a0Selling or leasing the secured assets,\u00a0Recovering money from third parties who owe amounts to the borrower<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1300\" data-end=\"1347\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Asset_Reconstruction_Companies_ARCs\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1347\">Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1512\">SARFAESI provides a framework for the establishment and operation of Asset Reconstruction Companies, which specialize in acquiring and managing stressed assets.\u00a0Key Functions of ARCs like Acquisition of NPAs from banks, Restructuring and rehabilitation of stressed assets, Recovery of overdue amounts through restructuring or enforcement, Improving the value of distressed businesses,\u00a0By transferring NPAs to ARCs, banks can clean their balance sheets, reduce provisioning burdens, and focus on core lending.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1102\" data-end=\"1179\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Securitisation_Reconstruction_of_Financial_Assets_Sections_5%E2%80%9312\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1105\" data-end=\"1179\">Securitisation &amp; Reconstruction of Financial Assets (Sections 5\u201312)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1180\" data-end=\"1248\">These provisions regulate Asset Reconstruction Companies (ARCs): Powers of ARCs to acquire financial assets from banks, Methods of asset reconstruction Change of management; Rescheduling debts; Enforcement of security interest; Settlement of dues; Conversion to equity. ARC must register with RBI (Sec. 3).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1885\" data-end=\"1927\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enforcement_of_Security_Interest\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1927\">Enforcement of Security Interest<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1928\" data-end=\"2078\">The most powerful feature of the SARFAESI Act is that it enables secured creditors to enforce their security interests without court intervention.\u00a0Major Enforcement Powers under Section 13(4) After issuing a 60-day demand notice, creditors may Take possession of secured assets, Take over the management of the borrower\u2019s business, Appoint a manager to control the secured asset, Sell, lease, or assign the secured asset to recover dues\u00a0This eliminates lengthy civil litigation and accelerates debt recovery.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2476\" data-end=\"2509\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Protection_of_Borrowers\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"2479\" data-end=\"2509\">Protection of Borrowers<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2619\">Although the Act empowers lenders, it also preserves borrower rights, ensuring fairness and transparency. Borrower Safeguards like Right to receive 60 days\u2019 notice before asset seizure, Right to object or make representations, Right to approach the DRT (Debt Recovery Tribunal) under Section 17, Protection against unfair or arbitrary actions by creditors.\u00a0The Act aims to establish a balanced framework where creditor powers do not override borrower rights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1534\" data-end=\"1589\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Measures_for_Asset_Reconstruction_Section_9\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1589\">Measures for Asset Reconstruction (Section 9)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"1628\">ARCs can adopt the following measures Taking over management, Selling or leasing business, Restructuring the business, Rescheduling payment, Enforcing security interest, Settling dues, Converting debt into equity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"1833\" data-end=\"1888\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Taking_Possession_via_Magistrate_Section_14\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1888\">Taking Possession via Magistrate (Section 14)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"2049\">A secured creditor may approach the Chief Metropolitan Magistrate (CMM) or District Magistrate (DM) for assistance to take possession of secured assets. Time limits: 30 days, extendable up to 60 days, for passing orders.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2172\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appeal_to_DRT_Section_17\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2172\">Appeal to DRT (Section 17) :\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2172\">Borrower can challenge the creditor&#8217;s action under Section 13(4) <span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">Must file <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"2252\" data-end=\"2270\">within 45 days<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">. <\/span><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">DRT must dispose the application within <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"2314\" data-end=\"2325\">60 days<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">, extendable up to a maximum of <\/span><strong style=\"font-size: 16px;\" data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2369\">4 months<\/strong><span style=\"font-size: 16px;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2377\" data-end=\"2414\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Appeal_to_DRAT_Section_18\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"2380\" data-end=\"2414\">Appeal to DRAT (Section 18) :\u00a0<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2415\" data-end=\"2474\">A person aggrieved by the DRT order may appeal to DRAT. Pre-deposit of 50% of the debt due (reducible to 25%).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"2543\" data-end=\"2595\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Central_Registry_CERSAI_%E2%80%93_Sections_20%E2%80%9323\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2595\">Central Registry (CERSAI) \u2013 Sections 20\u201323<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2706\">Establishment of Central Registry of Securitisation Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest (CERSAI).\u00a0Registration of charges on properties.Satisfaction, modification, or assignment of security interest must be registered. Non-registration may affect enforceability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offences_Penalties_Sections_27%E2%80%9330A\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"2888\" data-end=\"2933\">Offences &amp; Penalties (Sections 27\u201330A)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"2934\" data-end=\"3010\">\n<p data-start=\"2936\" data-end=\"3010\">Contravention punishable with imprisonment up to 1 year and\/or fine.\u00a0Penalty for failure to comply with RBI directions: up to \u20b91 crore or twice the amount involved.\u00a0Penalty to be paid within 30 days (Sec. 30A).<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3224\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"RBI_Oversight_Powers_Section_12\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"3182\" data-end=\"3224\">RBI Oversight &amp; Powers (Section 12)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3315\">\n<li data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3260\">\n<p data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3260\">RBI may issue directions to ARCs. RBI may inspect ARCs.\u00a0May cancel ARC registration.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 data-start=\"3322\" data-end=\"3356\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Exemptions_Section_31\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"3325\" data-end=\"3356\">Exemptions (Section 31)<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3357\" data-end=\"3388\">SARFAESI does not apply to Liens, Pledge of movables, Aircraft or vessels, Conditional sale, hire purchase (without security interest), Farm equipment, Residential property with loan \u2264 \u20b91 lakh, Unpaid seller\u2019s rights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3046\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Economic_Impact_of_the_SARFAESI_Act\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"3007\" data-end=\"3046\">Economic Impact of the SARFAESI Act<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"3048\" data-end=\"3092\">Strengthening the Financial System :\u00a0The Act has significantly contributed to improving the asset quality of banks by reducing NPAs and enabling the efficient disposal or restructuring of stressed assets. This enhances the overall financial stability of the banking sector.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3371\">Enhancing Credit Flow : A strong and efficient recovery mechanism improves credit confidence. Lenders are more willing to provide loans, knowing they have statutory backing to recover dues in case of default.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3567\" data-end=\"3606\">Protecting Creditor Interests : The Act protects the financial interests of banks and financial institutions by Reducing delays in recovery, Minimising legal costs, Ensuring timely resolution of distressed assets.\u00a0This reinforces financial discipline and supports sustainable lending.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"3877\" data-end=\"3917\">Promoting Financial Discipline : The possibility of swift enforcement under SARFAESI encourages borrowers to repay loans on time, reducing the incidence of strategic defaults. This has improved overall repayment behaviour in the lending ecosystem.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 data-start=\"4143\" data-end=\"4177\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Challenges_in_Implementation_in_SARFAESI_Act_2002\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"4145\" data-end=\"4177\">Challenges in Implementation in <\/strong><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"428\">SARFAESI Act, 2002<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li data-start=\"4179\" data-end=\"4204\">Judicial Delays :\u00a0Despite the intention of speedy recovery, matters often get delayed due to Heavy burden on DRTs\/DRATs, Frequent adjournments, Appeals and interim orders,\u00a0These delays undermine the effectiveness of the Act.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4429\" data-end=\"4464\">Resistance from Borrowers :\u00a0Borrowers may Challenge actions in courts, Dispute valuation of assets, Use procedural loopholes to delay enforcement.\u00a0This resistance often results in prolonged litigation.<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"4656\" data-end=\"4696\">Ethical and Practical Concerns :\u00a0Aggressive recovery measures can raise concerns, especially in cases of Genuine financial distress, Small borrowers, Improper valuation or unfair procedure. it Ensuring fairness, transparency, and humane recovery practices is essential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SARFAESI_Act_2002_%E2%80%93_Quick_Reference_Table\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\">SARFAESI Act, 2002 \u2013 Quick Reference Table<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td>S. No.<\/td>\n<td>Topic \/ Question<\/td>\n<td>Correct Provision \/ Answer<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>1<\/td>\n<td>Which committees recommended SARFAESI?<\/td>\n<td>Narasimham Committee I &amp; II and Andhyarujina Committee<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>2<\/td>\n<td>Applicability<\/td>\n<td>Whole of India<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>3<\/td>\n<td>Net Owned Funds requirement of ARC<\/td>\n<td>Not less than INR 2 crore<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>4<\/td>\n<td>Time for ARC to apply to RBI for registration<\/td>\n<td>Within 6 months from commencement of the ARC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>5<\/td>\n<td>Sponsor requirement<\/td>\n<td>Holding not less than 10% of paid-up capital of ARC<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>6<\/td>\n<td>Appeal by ARC (against RBI order)<\/td>\n<td>Within 30 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>7<\/td>\n<td>Joint financing \u2013 action under SARFAESI can be taken when<\/td>\n<td>Creditor(s) holding 60% of outstanding amount agree<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>8<\/td>\n<td>If dues not fully satisfied from sale of secured assets<\/td>\n<td>Secured creditor may apply to DRT for balance recovery<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>9<\/td>\n<td>Time limit for CMM\/DM to pass order after receiving affidavit<\/td>\n<td>Within 30 days, extendable up to 60 days max<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>10<\/td>\n<td>Taking over management of borrower by ARC<\/td>\n<td>Section 9(a)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>11<\/td>\n<td>Taking over management by Secured Creditor<\/td>\n<td>Section 13(4)(b)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>12<\/td>\n<td>Appeal to DRT by aggrieved borrower (against 13(4) action)<\/td>\n<td>Within 45 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>13<\/td>\n<td>Disposal of Sec. 17 application by DRT<\/td>\n<td>Within 60 days, extendable (reasons recorded) but not more than 4 months<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>14<\/td>\n<td>If borrower resides in J&amp;K<\/td>\n<td>Appeal lies before District Judge (pre-2019 provisions)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>15<\/td>\n<td>Appellate Tribunal for borrower in J&amp;K<\/td>\n<td>High Court<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>16<\/td>\n<td>Validity period of Notice of Caveat<\/td>\n<td>90 days from date of lodgement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>17<\/td>\n<td>Central Government may delegate power for establishing Central Registry to<\/td>\n<td>RBI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>18<\/td>\n<td>Central Registry shall NOT record particulars relating to<\/td>\n<td>Extinguishment of security interest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>19<\/td>\n<td>Responsibility to furnish information on modification \/ satisfaction of security interest<\/td>\n<td>ARC or Secured Creditor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>20<\/td>\n<td>Time to intimate Central Registrar about satisfaction of charge<\/td>\n<td>Within 30 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>21<\/td>\n<td>Punishment for contravention \/ abetment of contravention<\/td>\n<td>Imprisonment up to 1 year, or fine, or both<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>22<\/td>\n<td>Appeal against penalty order<\/td>\n<td>Within 30 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>23<\/td>\n<td>Appeal by ARC for cancellation of Registration Certificate<\/td>\n<td>Within 30 days to Central Government (Ministry of Finance)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>24<\/td>\n<td>Authority empowered to cancel ARC Registration<\/td>\n<td>RBI<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>25<\/td>\n<td>ARC works as<\/td>\n<td>Agent, Manager &amp; Receiver<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>26<\/td>\n<td>Full form of CERSAI<\/td>\n<td>Central Registry of Securitisation Asset Reconstruction and Security Interest<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>27<\/td>\n<td>Change in Management \/ Takeover permitted when<\/td>\n<td>Outstanding amount exceeds INR 25 crore<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>28<\/td>\n<td>Punishment for contravention of SARFAESI Act<\/td>\n<td>Imprisonment up to 1 year and Fine<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>29<\/td>\n<td>Penalty for failure by ARC\/person to comply with RBI directions<\/td>\n<td>Up to INR 1 crore OR twice the amount involved, whichever is higher<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>30<\/td>\n<td>Time to pay penalty imposed under Section 30A<\/td>\n<td>30 days<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>31<\/td>\n<td>If ARC fails to comply with RBI directions (specific penalty)<\/td>\n<td>INR 5 lakh<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3 data-start=\"4952\" data-end=\"4968\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #000080;\"><strong data-start=\"4954\" data-end=\"4968\">Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p data-start=\"4969\" data-end=\"5348\">The SARFAESI Act, 2002 is a cornerstone legislation for India\u2019s financial sector. 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