Regulatory Disclosure Details

Dividend Declaration Details

Central Bank of India declared and paid the 4th Interim Dividend at the rate of 6% for Financial Year 2025-26. With this payment, the bank's cumulative interim dividend declared for FY 2025-26 stands at 12%, which includes interim dividends aggregating to 6% declared for the first three quarters of the financial year.

Financial Impact

  • 4th Interim Dividend amount: ₹484.82 crore payable to Government of India
  • Total dividend payout to Government of India for FY 2025-26: ₹969.64 crore

Event Details

The dividend cheque presentation ceremony took place on 29 May 2026 at the Ministry of Finance, New Delhi. Managing Director & CEO Shri Kalyan Kumar, along with Executive Directors Shri M V Murali Krishna, Shri Mahendra Dohare and Shri E. Ratan Kumar, presented the cheque to Hon'ble Union Finance Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman.

Attendees

The ceremony was also attended by:

  • Smt. Shalini Pandit, Joint Secretary, Department of Financial Services, Ministry of Finance, Government of India
  • Shri Shishram Tundwal, General Manager, Central Bank of India

Business Performance Context

The dividend payout reflects the bank's strong financial performance and improved profitability. As of 31st March 2026, Central Bank of India reported:

  • Total Business: ₹8.12 lakh crore
  • CASA Deposits: 47.30%
  • Active customer base: 8.26 crore customers nationwide
  • Network: 22,129 Branches/ATMs/BC Touch points across India

Management Commentary

Shri Kalyan Kumar, MD & CEO, expressed gratitude to the Government of India, stakeholders, customers and employees for their continued trust and support. He reiterated the bank's commitment towards sustainable growth, enhanced operational efficiency and customer-centric banking services.

Company Background

Central Bank of India was established in 1911 and is one of the leading public sector banks in the country, offering a wide range of banking and financial services.

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