NewsPNB Housing Finance Discloses NHB Communication on Asset Classification Divergence for FY2022-23PNB Housing Finance Discloses NHB Communication on Asset Classification Divergence for FY2022-23
PNB Housing Finance Limited disclosed receiving NHB communication on asset classification divergence for FY2022-23, involving additional NPA of Rs.933.58 crore that brings total gross NPA to Rs.3,204.94 crore. The divergence relates to two corporate loan accounts where interest rate reductions were deemed non-compliant with restructuring guidelines. The company reported no current financial impact and made the disclosure as good governance practice.
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PNB Housing Finance Limited has received a communication from the National Housing Bank (NHB) regarding asset classification and provisioning divergence pertaining to the financial year ended March 31, 2023. The company disclosed this information to stock exchanges on April 02, 2026, under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Asset Classification Divergence Details
The NHB communication advised the company to disclose divergence in asset classification and provisioning in terms of Para 5.1A of Annex IV of the Master Direction NBFC-HFC (Reserve Bank), Direction 2021. The disclosure reveals a significant variance between the company's reported figures and NHB's assessment.
| Particulars | Amount (in Rs. Crore) as on 31-03-2023 |
|---|---|
| Gross NPA as per balance sheet | 2,271.36 |
| Additional NPA due to inspection observation | 933.58 |
| Total Gross NPA | 3,204.94 |
Background of the Divergence
The additional NPA classification stems from restructuring activities carried out by the company in FY2022-23 that were deemed non-compliant with Para 8.3.2 (b) NBFC-HFC (Reserve Bank), Directions, 2021. The divergence specifically relates to two corporate/project finance loan accounts where the company had reduced interest rates as a commercial decision due to competitive reasons.
Both loan accounts had been previously resolved/restructured in FY2021-22 and classified as standard as per regulatory guidelines. At the time of interest rate reduction during FY2022-23, both loans were regular and not in default.
Current Status of Affected Loans
The company provided an update on the current status of the two loan accounts involved in the divergence:
- First loan account: Rs.598.39 crore - now completely closed
- Second loan account: Outstanding reduced from Rs.335.19 crore to Rs.67.39 crore as on date, with the account remaining regular throughout its tenure post interest rate reduction
Financial Impact and Compliance
PNB Housing Finance emphasized that there is no financial impact on the company as of the current date. Consequently, the threshold prescribed under Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulation, 2015 is not applicable. The company stated that this disclosure is being made as a good governance practice.
The company confirmed it will make necessary disclosures in the balance sheet for FY2025-26 as advised by the NHB. The disclosure has also been made available on the company's website at www.pnbhousing.com .
Historical Stock Returns for PNB Housing Finance
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.56% | -2.30% | -4.89% | -11.10% | -10.13% | +140.95% |
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