CreditAccess Grameen posts highest Q1 disbursements in Q1FY27
CreditAccess Grameen achieved its highest first-quarter disbursements in Q1FY27, with gross loan portfolio growing 16.4% year-on-year to ₹30,319 crore. Disbursements increased 11.9% to ₹6,107 crore, supported by a 7.7% expansion in the branch network to 2,276 branches. Asset quality improved significantly, with PAR 90+ declining to 1.5% and collection efficiency reaching 99.68%.

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credit access grameen reported its highest ever first-quarter disbursements in Q1FY27, driven by strong business momentum and an expanded branch network. The microfinance lender achieved gross loan portfolio (GLP) growth of 16.4% year-on-year to ₹30,319 crore, while disbursements increased 11.9% to ₹6,107 crore. The company added 25 lakh borrowers during the quarter, expanding its total branch network by 7.7% to 2,276 branches as of June 2026.
Q1 FY27 Performance
The operational performance for the quarter ended June 2026 shows consistent growth across key metrics. The GLP rose from ₹26,055 crore in June 2025 to ₹30,319 crore in June 2026. The share of rural finance (RF) in the portfolio increased to 21% in June 2026, up from 7% in the same period last year.
| Metric | Q1 FY26 | Q4 FY26 | Q1 FY27 | YoY % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLP (INR Cr) | 26,055 | 29,590 | 30,319 | 16.4% |
| Disbursements (INR Cr) | 5,458 | 8,313 | 6,107 | 11.9% |
| Borrower Additions (Lakh) | 2.2 | 3.3 | 2.5 | 17.5% |
| Branch Network | 2,114 | 2,236 | 2,276 | 7.7% |
Asset Quality Improves
Asset quality metrics improved significantly in June 2026 compared to March 2026. The PAR 0+ ratio declined to 2.2% from 3.0%, while PAR 90+ improved to 1.5% from 2.3%. This improvement was consistent across top states including Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu.
| PAR Buckets | Mar-26 | Jun-26 |
|---|---|---|
| PAR 0+ % | 3.0% | 2.2% |
| PAR 30+ % | 2.7% | 1.9% |
| PAR 60+ % | 2.5% | 1.6% |
| PAR 90+ % | 2.3% | 1.5% |
The monthly PAR 15+ accretion trended lower, reaching 0.16% in June 2026, down from 0.46% in June 2025. The collection efficiency for June 2026 stood at 99.68%.
Historical Stock Returns for Credit Access Grameen
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.91% | +6.50% | +18.40% | +20.94% | +22.80% | +116.17% |
Can the current asset quality improvements be sustained as the rural finance portfolio share continues to expand?
How will the rapid branch network expansion impact operating margins and profitability in the coming quarters?
What risks does the lender face regarding potential credit over-leverage given the addition of 25 lakh new borrowers?































