The Negotiable Instruments Act,1881

This edition of The Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 (Act 26 of 1881), updated to include all amendments introduced by The Negotiable Instruments (Amendment) Act, 2018 (20 of 2018)—effective from 1-9-2018 as per SO 3995(E), dated 16-8-2018—serves as a clear and authoritative legal resource for students, practitioners, and professionals dealing with negotiable instruments and banking law. Presenting the bare text of the statute exactly as enacted, it ensures accuracy and reliability for examination use, litigation preparation, and legal reference. The edition also incorporates essential supplementary material to enhance practical understanding, including:
• Key highlights of statutory provisions
• Relevant RBI circulars
• RBI guidelines on cheque truncation systems
• Prevailing cheque return policies
• RBI guidelines on procedures for dishonour of cheques
• A glossary of important terms related to negotiable instruments

Designed with user-friendly features such as an easy-access flow chart, this Bare Act supports law students, banking professionals, financial consultants, and legal practitioners who require a precise, up-to-date, and accessible version of the Negotiable Instruments Act for academic, professional, or regulatory purposes.