Satin Creditcare: Adds 7.39 Lakh New Borrowers In FY26, Opens 392 New Branches
Satin Creditcare Network Limited reported strong FY26 performance with 19% YoY consolidated AUM growth to ₹15,275 crores and 17% disbursement growth to ₹12,516 crores. The company significantly expanded its operations by adding 7.39 lakh new borrowers and 392 new branches, reaching 1,841 total branches. Credit quality improved with costs reducing to 3.8%-4.0% from 4.6% in FY25, while collection efficiency reached 99.9%.

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Satin Creditcare Network Limited has delivered strong financial performance in FY26, demonstrating sustained growth across key operational metrics. The microfinance institution reported significant improvements in asset quality and operational efficiency while expanding its customer base and branch network.
Strong Asset Growth and Disbursement Performance
The company achieved robust growth in Assets Under Management, with consolidated AUM reaching ₹15,275 crores as of March 31, 2026, representing a 19% year-on-year increase from ₹12,784 crores in the previous year. On a standalone basis, AUM grew 14% to ₹12,933 crores.
| AUM Performance: | Mar-26 | Mar-25 | YoY Growth | Dec-25 | QoQ Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated (₹ Crores): | 15,275 | 12,784 | 19% | 13,341 | 14% |
| Standalone (₹ Crores): | 12,933 | 11,316 | 14% | 11,482 | 13% |
Disbursements showed equally strong performance, growing 17% year-on-year to ₹12,516 crores on a consolidated basis during FY26. The fourth quarter was particularly strong, with consolidated disbursements of ₹4,422 crores, marking a 43% increase compared to Q4FY25.
| Disbursement Performance: | FY26 | FY25 | YoY Growth | Q4FY26 | Q4FY25 | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated (₹ Crores): | 12,516 | 10,663 | 17% | 4,422 | 3,095 | 43% |
| Standalone (₹ Crores): | 11,203 | 9,837 | 14% | 3,820 | 2,881 | 33% |
Improved Asset Quality and Cost Metrics
The company demonstrated significant improvement in credit quality, with credit costs for FY26 falling to the 3.8%-4.0% range, compared to 4.6% in FY25. This improvement reflects better risk management and collection efficiency. The X-Bucket collection efficiency for March 2026 stood at approximately 99.9%, indicating strong recovery performance.
Operational costs also benefited from improved efficiency, with the Marginal Cost of Borrowing reducing by 49 basis points year-on-year, enhancing the company's profitability prospects.
Network Expansion and Customer Growth
Satin Creditcare continued its expansion strategy during FY26, adding 392 new branches throughout the year, including 25 branches in Q4FY26. The total branch count reached 1,841 as of March 31, 2026, while consolidated branches stood at 2,015.
The customer base expansion was equally impressive, with 7,39,501 new borrowers added during the financial year. In Q4FY26 alone, the company onboarded 2,46,281 new borrowers, demonstrating strong market penetration.
| Expansion Metrics: | Details |
|---|---|
| New Branches Added (FY26): | 392 |
| Total Branches (Standalone): | 1,841 |
| Total Branches (Consolidated): | 2,015 |
| New Borrowers (FY26): | 7,39,501 |
| Total Employees: | 16,212 |
Funding and Sustainability Initiatives
The company successfully raised approximately ₹10,830 crores through various debt instruments during FY26, reflecting strong institutional credibility and market confidence. This funding supports the company's growth trajectory and expansion plans.
In a notable achievement, Satin Creditcare earned a debut score of 59 in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, highlighting its commitment to sustainable business practices and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards.
The company's business update was filed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, with all figures being provisional and unaudited, subject to review by statutory auditors.
Historical Stock Returns for Satin Creditcare
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +2.16% | +9.56% | +9.11% | +8.41% | +9.07% | +56.47% |
How will the upcoming regulatory changes in the microfinance sector impact Satin Creditcare's aggressive expansion strategy and branch network growth?
What is the company's target market share in key states, and how will increased competition from fintech lenders affect its customer acquisition costs?
Given the strong Q4 disbursement growth of 43%, what seasonal factors or market conditions drove this performance and are they sustainable?


































