NRB Directs Banks to Ensure Fair Employee Management After Merger And Acquisitions
Summary
Nepal Rastra Bank has directed Class A, B and C banks and financial institutions to treat employees fairly and transparently after mergers and acquisitions. The new Risk Management Guideline, 2026 also expands operational risk rules, requiring institutions to map critical services, set risk tolerance limits and strengthen preparedness for disruptions.
Key Points
- NRB has issued the Risk Management Guideline, 2026 for Class A, B and C banks and financial institutions.
- Banks must manage employee reduction, voluntary retirement and incentives on a proportional, transparent and non-discriminatory basis after mergers or acquisitions.
- The guideline expands risk management to cover operational resilience, critical services, technology, human resources and third-party dependencies.
- Institutions must assess operational risks before launching new products, opening branches or starting new activities.
