RTGS (real time gross settlement) are electronic payment systems that allow individuals to transfer funds between banks.These systems are maintained by the Reserve Bank of India. It is applicable only for money transfer within the country. Under RTGS, the funds transfer takes place on a real time basis, or in other words, at the time the request is received. It is one of the fastest interbank money transfer facility available through banking channels in India. The beneficiary bank has to credit the recipient's account within 30 minutes of receiving the funds transfer message.
Customers having savings or current account are eligible to avail NEFT/ RTGS service. Individuals who do not have a bank account can also deposit cash at the NEFT-enabled branches. However, such cash remittances will be restricted to a maximum of Rs. 50,000 per transaction.