Central Bank of India Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance with 31.6% YoY Net Profit Growth
Central Bank of India reported strong Q3 FY26 results with net profit growing 31.6% YoY to ₹1,262.60 crores. The bank declared a third interim dividend of 2% (₹0.20 per share) and showed significant improvement in asset quality with gross NPA ratio declining to 2.70% from 3.86%. Total income increased to ₹10,968.68 crores while maintaining strong capital adequacy ratio of 16.13%.

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Central Bank of India announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the third quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showcasing strong operational performance and improved profitability metrics.
Financial Performance Highlights
The bank delivered impressive financial results for Q3 FY26, demonstrating significant growth across key performance indicators:
| Metric | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income | ₹10,968.68 cr | ₹9,738.64 cr | +12.6% |
| Net Profit | ₹1,262.60 cr | ₹958.93 cr | +31.6% |
| Operating Profit | ₹2,292.50 cr | ₹1,963.31 cr | +16.8% |
| Interest Earned | ₹9,033.36 cr | ₹8,509.44 cr | +6.2% |
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the bank reported net profit of ₹3,644.17 crores compared to ₹2,751.71 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year, marking a growth of 32.4%.
Asset Quality Improvement
Central Bank of India demonstrated significant improvement in asset quality metrics, reflecting enhanced risk management practices:
| Asset Quality Metrics | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross NPA Ratio | 2.70% | 3.86% | -116 bps |
| Net NPA Ratio | 0.45% | 0.59% | -14 bps |
| Provision Coverage Ratio | 96.69% | 96.54% | +15 bps |
The gross non-performing assets decreased to ₹8,726.00 crores from ₹10,459.89 crores in the previous year, while net NPAs reduced to ₹1,413.66 crores from ₹1,554.98 crores.
Capital Adequacy and Profitability Ratios
The bank maintained strong capital adequacy ratios and improved profitability metrics:
| Key Ratios | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Adequacy Ratio | 16.13% | 16.43% |
| CET 1 Ratio | 13.87% | 14.21% |
| Return on Assets | 1.01% | 0.86% |
| Net Profit Margin | 11.51% | 9.85% |
| Operating Margin | 20.90% | 20.16% |
Dividend Declaration and Corporate Actions
The Board of Directors approved the declaration of a third interim dividend for FY 2025-26 at the rate of 2% (₹0.20) per equity share having a face value of ₹10 each. This decision reflects the bank's confidence in its financial performance and commitment to shareholder returns.
Segment Performance Analysis
The bank's business segments showed varied performance during the quarter:
Treasury Operations: Generated revenue of ₹3,410.34 crores with segment profit of ₹433.74 crores
Retail Banking Operations: Recorded revenue of ₹4,878.37 crores with segment profit of ₹873.82 crores
Wholesale Banking Operations: Achieved revenue of ₹2,675.97 crores with segment profit of ₹377.20 crores
Balance Sheet Strength
As of December 31, 2025, Central Bank of India maintained a robust balance sheet with total assets of ₹5,31,892.66 crores compared to ₹4,67,219.84 crores in the previous year. The bank's deposits grew to ₹4,50,574.72 crores, while advances increased to ₹3,16,218.67 crores.
The bank's networth (excluding revaluation reserves) stood at ₹35,107.64 crores as of December 31, 2025, compared to ₹29,982.59 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year, indicating strong capital base growth.
Historical Stock Returns for Central Bank of India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.65% | +0.44% | +5.82% | +0.60% | -30.36% | +175.29% |
















































