Currency printing cost rises 25% to Rs 6,372.8 crore in FY25: RBI

Security printing costs surged by 25% to Rs 6,372.8 crore in 2024-25, driven by increased banknote printing. While Rs 500 notes dominated circulation, the share of Rs 500 notes declined marginally in value terms. The majority of withdrawn Rs 2000 notes returned to banks, and e-rupee circulation saw a significant rise.