HDFC Bank discloses 77.78 ESG rating assigned by Niche Ninety Nine
- HDFC Bank received an ESG rating of 77.78 from Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications
- The assessment was completed and intimated to stock exchanges on September 11, 2026
- The bank confirmed it did not engage the agency for the independent review
- The rating was derived using only publicly available information
- Disclosure was made under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations

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HDFC Bank disclosed an environmental, social and governance (ESG) rating of 77.78 on September 11, 2026. The assessment was conducted independently by Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited.
The lender clarified that it did not engage Niche for the rating or any associated reports. The agency prepared the evaluation based solely on information available in the public domain.
Regulatory Disclosure
The intimation was made pursuant to Regulation 30 read with Para A(3) of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Niche transmitted the rating details to the stock exchanges on the same date.
What the Numbers Show
The rating reflects an external assessment of the bank’s sustainability practices without direct corporate input during the process. This independence ensures the score relies exclusively on publicly verifiable data rather than self-reported metrics.
Historical Stock Returns for HDFC Bank
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.76% | -2.18% | +0.12% | -1.41% | -24.16% | -9.57% |
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