Who Requires a NABARD RRB Cyber Security Audit?
NABARD's framework applies to Regional Rural Banks, with controls graded by digital depth and payment system connectivity.
All Regional Rural Banks
RRBs Offering Internet & Mobile Banking
RRBs as Payment System Sub-Members
RRBs as Direct Payment System Members
RRBs Running ATM Switches or SWIFT
RRBs Preparing for NABARD Inspection
Our NABARD RRB Audit Approach
A structured, level-based audit covering governance, security controls and resilience.
Deliverables You Can Expect
Level-mapped outputs for your board, audit committee and NABARD file.
NABARD Cyber Security Audit Report
Findings mapped to the applicable framework level
Control Gap Register
Gaps rated by risk with owners and target dates
Executive Summary
Board-level view of cyber security posture
Benefits of NABARD RRB Cyber Security Audits
Improved Inspection Readiness
Gaps closed before NABARD reviews surface them
Right-Sized Controls
Controls matched to your framework level
Stronger Governance
Clear board and IT committee oversight
Reduced Cyber Risk
Priority weaknesses identified and tracked
Vendor Accountability
Outsourced IT and CBS risks made visible
Customer Trust
Independent evidence of sound IT controls
Why Regional Rural Banks Choose QRC
NABARD-focused expertise. Banking IT depth. Actionable, audit-ready outcomes.
Audits aligned to NABARD's cyber security framework for regional rural banks.
Combined review of governance, security controls, infrastructure and operational practices.
QRC Assurance and Solutions is listed by CERT-In as an empanelled information security auditing organization.
Experience across NABARD, RBI, SWIFT CSCF and ISO 27001 requirements.
Supporting Services
Services that complement your NABARD audit across testing, monitoring and payment compliance.
Vulnerability Assessment
Identifies vulnerabilities across branch and data centre systems.
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NABARD Security Audit for Third-Party ATM Switch ASP
Audit of ATM switch service providers serving your bank.
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RBI Data Localization Audit (SAR)
System Audit Report on storage of payment data in India.
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How regional rural banks have used QRC audits to strengthen cyber security.
NABARD RRB Resource Center
Practical resources to help regional rural banks understand NABARD's cyber security framework.
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Frequently Asked Questions
It is NABARD's Comprehensive Cyber Security Framework for Regional Rural Banks, which sets graded controls at four levels based on each RRB's digital depth and payment system connectivity.
Level I applies to all RRBs. Higher levels apply to RRBs with internet or mobile banking, payment system membership, ATM switches, SWIFT interfaces or advanced operations needing a SOC.
NABARD issued the framework and supervises RRBs, which are regulated by RBI. The audit maps findings to NABARD's framework.
Governance, network and endpoint security, access and data controls, vendor management, monitoring and incident response for your level.
QRC is a CERT-In empanelled auditor. Any auditor eligibility rules that apply to your bank are confirmed during scoping.
Timing depends on the entities, systems and locations in scope and how readily evidence is available. QRC confirms a realistic timeline after the scoping call.
Ready to Strengthen Your Bank's Cyber Security?
Define your scope, identify priority gaps and prepare for NABARD review.