Canara Bank Q3 results: Net profit up 25.6%

Canara Bank reported a 25.6 per cent year-on-year (Y-o-Y) rise in its net profit to Rs.5,155 crore for the third quarter of the current financial year (Q3 FY26) on the back of a rise in its non-interest income.

 

The state-owned lender’s non-interest income rose 36.16 per cent Y-o-Y to Rs7,900 crore in Q3 FY26. Canara Bank shares slipped 4.75 per cent to Rs.150.30 per share on Thursday as net interest income growth was flat.

 

Net interest income (NII) — the difference between interest earned and interest expended — went up 1.13 per cent to Rs.9,252 crore. Net interest margin for Q3 fell to 2.45 per cent as compared to 2.71 per cent in the year-ago period.

“The pressure on the NIM continues. To curb the pressure, the bank is focusing on RAM and low-yielding corporate advances. The bank is following a shift from retail to corporates and to RAM to improve margins,” said SK Majumdar, executive director, Canara Bank, during the post-earnings call with the media.

 

Canara Bank reported a 13.6 per cent growth in its global advances to Rs.11.92 trillion, while global deposits were up 12.95 per cent year-on-year to Rs.15.21 trillion.The bank said both loan growth and deposit growth were higher than the guided range provided earlier.

In total advances, RAM (retail, agri and MSME) advances rose 18.7 per cent and advances to corporates rose almost 7 per cent. The bank expects credit growth of 13.5 per cent and deposit growth of 12.95 per cent for the current financial year.

 

The public sector lender reported 9.32 per cent year-on-year growth in current account and savings account (CASA), while it fell 3.7 per cent sequentially. The bank’s credit-to-deposit ratio for the quarter was at 78.38 per cent.

 

Asset quality for the lender saw improvement from the previous quarter. Gross non-performing assets stood at 2.08 per cent from 2.35 per cent in September, and 3.34 per cent a year ago.

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Canara Bank Q2 net profit rises 19%, asset quality improves

Canara bank's net interest income increasing by 1.47% quarter on quarter (QoQ) but dropping by 1.87% year on year (YoY). Total interest expenses climbed 9.86% YoY to Rs 22,403 crore, while total interest income grew 6.07% YoY to Rs 31,544 crore.

Total expenditure was Rs 30,010 crore, up 10.87% YoY, while total income was Rs 38,598 crore, up 1.41% QoQ and 11.17% YoY. Operating profit increased by 12.20% YoY to Rs 8,588 crore, while provisions jumped by 4.78% YoY to Rs 3,814 crore.

The bank's gross business increased by 13.55% YoY and 4.48% QoQ to Rs 26,78,963 crore. Within this, overseas gross business shot up by 21.66% YoY to Rs 2,02,536 crore, while domestic gross business climbed by 4.45% QoQ and 12.93% YoY to Rs 24,76,427 crore. In terms of lending, both domestic advances at Rs 10,81,428 crore and offshore advances at Rs 69,613 crore, which witnessed a noteworthy 20.34% YoY rise, contributed to the growth of global gross advances to Rs 11,51,041 crore, up 4.99% QoQ and 13.74% YoY.

With domestic deposits at Rs 13,94,999 crore and overseas deposits at Rs 1,32,923 crore, global deposits totalled Rs 15,27,922 crore, gaining 4.11% QoQ and 13.40% YoY. A balanced credit growth trajectory in accordance with rising deposits is shown by the Global Credit-Deposit (C-D) Ratio, which rose slightly to 75.33%. In the September 2025 quarter, Canara Bank's domestic deposit base grew steadily thanks to solid performance across multiple key areas. The total domestic deposits increased by 12.62% YoY and 4.20% QoQ to Rs 13,94,999 crore. In this, current deposits jumped dramatically by 40.48% QoQ and 62.84% YoY to Rs 75,920 crore, while savings deposits went up by 3.07% QoQ and 3.37% YoY to Rs 3,52,195 crore.

The bank's low-cost deposit base was strengthened by this strong spike in current accounts, as CASA Deposits (Current Account and Savings Account) surged to Rs 4,28,115 crore, representing 8.18% QoQ and 10.53% YoY growth

Term deposits grew by 2.53% QoQ and 13.57% YoY to reach Rs 9,66,884 crore, with Rs 5,63,683 crore coming from retail term deposits. Global deposits, on the other hand, increased by 13.40% YoY and 4.11% QoQ to Rs 15,27,922 crore.

Canara Bank's asset quality continued to improve in the September 2025 quarter. The Gross NPA ratio dropped dramatically to 2.35% from 3.73% in September 2024 as the Gross NPA fell to Rs 27,040 crore from Rs 37,733 crore a year earlier. In a similar vein, the Net NPA plummeted to Rs 6,113 crore, and the Net NPA ratio improved to 0.54% from 0.99% the previous year.

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Canara Bank Q1 PAT surges nearly 22% YoY

Canara Bank on Thursday posted a 21.7% year-on-year (YoY) surge in its standalone profit after tax (PAT) for the first quarter of the fiscal year 2026, which stood at Rs 4,752 crore, while its net interest income (NII) slid slightly by 1.7% YoY.

For Q1FY26, the NII was Rs 9,009 crore, compared to Rs 9,166 crore for the same period last year. The quarter's operating profit was Rs 8,554 crore, representing a 12.32% YoY increase. 

At Rs 25.64 lakh crore, the bank's worldwide operations represented a 10.98% YoY increase. While gross advances climbed 12.42% year over year to Rs 10.96 lakh crore, global deposits jumped 9.92% to Rs 14,67,655 crore. Retail, Agricultural, and MSME (RAM) credit increased by 14.90%.

In terms of asset quality, Gross NPA ratio improved to 2.69%, down 145 bps YoY, and Net NPA ratio declined to 0.63%, improving by 61 bps. The Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) stood at 93.17%, up by 395 bps.

Within retail credit, Canara Bank recorded an impressive 33.92% growth, with housing loans rising by 13.92% and vehicle loans surging by 22.09%. Fee-based income came in at Rs 2,223 crore, up 16.39% YoY.

Earnings per share (EPS) were reported at Rs 21.01, registering a 21.66% YoY increase. Return on Assets (RoA) stood at 1.14%, up by 9 basis points (bps), while CET-1 ratio improved by 24 bps to 12.29%.

In addition to 7,907 ATMs, the bank had 9,861 branches as of June 30—3,143 in rural areas, 2,903 in semi-urban areas, 1,951 in urban areas, and 1,864 in metro areas. The bank also operates four branches abroad: in IBU Gift City, Dubai, New York, and London.

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Canara Bank Q4 results: Net profit jumps 33%

On Thursday, May 8, Canara Bank revealed its January–March results, showing a 33% increase in net profit year over year to ₹5,002.7 crore. In the same quarter last year, it was ₹3,757 crore.

In comparison to ₹9,580 crore in the same quarter last year, the PSU-lender's net interest income (NII), which is the difference between interest received and interest spent, increased 1.4% year over year to ₹9,442 crore in the March quarter. 

The operating profit and NII of Canara Bank exceeded projections. In the quarter, the bank's gross nonperforming assets (GNPA) ratio decreased from 3.34% in December 2024 to 2.94%. From 0.89% in the previous quarter, the net non-performing asset ratio improved to 0.70%.

Compared to 91.26% in Q3FY25, the provision coverage ratio (PCR) was 92.70% in Q4. In contrast to the ₹2,464 crore in the previous December quarter, the bank's slippages totaled ₹2,702 crore. Additionally, the amount exceeded projections of ₹2,650 crore. For FY26, Canara Bank anticipates advance growth of 10–11%. 

 The lender wants to see a 9–10% increase in deposits together with a significant improvement in asset quality. For the fiscal year 2024–2025, the board has suggested paying a 200% dividend, or ₹4 per share, on the bank's equity shares, which have a face value of ₹2. The aforementioned dividend's record date is June 13, 2025.

Record date for the said dividend has been set as June 13, 2025.The dividend, if approved by the shareholders of the bank, will be paid after the AGM on June 13.

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PSU Bank Officer Arrested for creating Fake Gold Loan Documents

 

A Canara Bank employee was detained by the Perambalur District Crime Branch police on Sunday for fabricating gold loan paperwork and defrauding the bank of Rs.1.2 crore.

Akash Chauhan, the 29-year-old officer, hails from Udaipur, Rajasthan. He was employed at Canara Bank's Labbaikudikadu branch in the Perambalur area, namely in the Gold Loan division.

The police claim that Akash started working for the bank in May 2022. He made fictitious gold loan documents in five customers' names while he was there. He moved the full amount of the loan, Rs.1.2 crore, into his personal bank account rather than disbursing it to the clients.

The fraud was discovered after a complaint was filed by N. Loga Krishnakumar, a 46-year-old Assistant General Manager from the Canara Bank regional office in Namakkal. After investigating the complaint, the District Crime Branch confirmed the fraud and arrested Akash Chauhan.

A press release by the police confirmed that Akash had misused his position to steal money from the bank by faking documents and cheating the system. Gold loan fraud is a serious threat to the credibility of banks and NBFCs (Non-Banking Financial Companies). While gold loans are a valuable financial tool for millions, increasing fraud cases highlight the urgent need for stronger checks, transparency, and accountability in the system.

 

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Canara Bank Q3 Net profit rises 12%

Canara Bank announced on Monday that its standalone net profit for the third quarter, which ended on December 31, 2024, increased by 12.25 percent to Rs 4,104.20 crore. In the previous year's October–December quarter, the bank made a net profit of Rs 3,656.12 crore.

 According to a regulatory statement by Canara Bank, the bank's overall revenue climbed 11.7 percent to Rs 36,113.77 crore in the third quarter of the current fiscal year from Rs 32,333.93 crore in the same time last year. The bank's interest income increased from Rs 28,038.83 crore during the same time last fiscal year to Rs 30,311.61 crore during the quarter.

In comparison to the same quarter in FY24, when it was Rs 9,417 crore, the bank's Net Interest Income (NII) decreased 2.85% to Rs 9,148.57 crore. By the end of December 2023, the gross non-performing asset (NPA) had decreased to 3.34 percent of total advances from 4.39 percent. 

In a same vein, the net non-performing asset (NPA) decreased somewhat to 0.89 percent from 1.32 percent at the end of December 2023. Nevertheless, compared to Rs 1,028 crore in the same quarter of the prior fiscal year, provisions and contingencies for the third quarter of FY25 increased to Rs 2,156 crore. 

Compared to Rs 1,898.91 crore in the same period of the prior fiscal year, the provisions and contingencies for the third quarter of FY25 increased to Rs 2,398.25 crore.

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RBI imposes monetary penalty for non-compliance on Bank of India(BOI), Canara Bank and J&K Bank

Canara Bank, Bank of India, and Jammu & Kashmir Bank have all been hit with financial fines by the RBI for breaking regulatory guidelines. 

Canara Bank was fined ₹1.63 crore by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for failing to follow its rules regarding priority sector lending, deposit interest rates, and financial inclusion.

 For not transferring qualified funds to the Depositor Education and Awareness Fund within the allotted time, Bank of India was fined ₹1 crore. 

For violating guidelines pertaining to loans and advances, financial inclusion, and Know Your Customer (KYC) standards, Jammu & Kashmir Bank was fined ₹3.31 crore.

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Top 10 Mobile Banking Applications in India

Over the past few decades, technology has advanced significantly. From computers to laptops and iPads, software to applications, and mobile phones to Android devices, the digital age is pervasive. These days, many people use mobile banking apps. When conducting online transactions, a mobile banking app provides convenience, speed, and flexibility.

Nowadays, a large number of Indians are uncomfortable using traditional banking. They have therefore embraced mobile banking. Because of this, practically all private sector and PSU banks offer mobile banking apps for online transactions. This lessens the need for a laptop or desktop computer, and most importantly, it eliminates the need for you to physically visit the bank in order to complete any banking task.

 

1. Kotak-811 & Mobile Banking App

Kotak-811 - A app from Kotak Mahindra Bank offers a zero-balance savings account with an internationally enabled virtual debit card. It features a slick digital banking app UI. It is the first app in India to offer WhatsApp banking. You may now bank on a familiar platform using this app.

Features

* View account details and transaction details, and download e-statements.

* Send and receive money for instant transfers using IMPS, NEFT, and UPI.

* Manage your zero-balance savings account with an internationally enabled virtual debit card for online payments.

* Connect your bank account with WhatsApp and initiate banking transactions through a chat interface.

Pros

User-friendly interface with innovative features, ero-balance savings account with virtual debit card,WhatsApp banking for convenient banking on a familiar platform

Cons

Limited investment options compared to dedicated investment apps, Occasional app crashes reported by some users, Might be overwhelming for users who only need basic functionalities

2. HDFC Bank Mobile Banking App

The HDFC Bank app from one of India’s largest banks, allows you to manage your finances conveniently. You can check account summaries, make payments, transfer funds, and pay utility bills all within the HDFC net banking app.

Features

* Send and receive money using IMPS, NEFT, and UPI through the HDFC bank mobile banking app.

* Schedule and pay various bills, including utilities and credit cards.

* Personalize your app dashboard to display the features you use most frequently.

* Access a streamlined version of the HDFC app download for users with slower internet connections.

Pros

User-friendly interface with customizable features, Reliable and secure platform from a major bank, Lite version available for users with slower internet

Cons

Limited investment options compared to dedicated investment apps, Some users report occasional app crashes, May not offer the most advanced features compared to some other apps

3. YONO SBI 

YONO SBI- App of State Bank of India, Previously known as SBI Anywhere Personal, YONO SBI offers a user-friendly and secure platform for SBI account holders. It supports multiple languages and allows click-based and voice-assisted transactions for a convenient banking experience.

Features

* Use YONO app to send and receive money using IMPS, NEFT, and UPI.

* Schedule and pay various bills, including utilities and credit cards.

* Access the SBI mobile banking app in multiple regional languages for broader accessibility.

* Perform banking transactions using voice commands for added convenience.

Pros

Voice-assisted transactions, All-in-one Platform (investments, shopping, travel booking), Cardless Cash Withdrawal

Cons

Might be overwhelming for users who only need basic functionalities., Customer service responsiveness might vary.,Limited investment options compared to dedicated investment apps.

4. Axis Mobile App

Renowned for its stability, Axis Mobile offers a comprehensive suite of banking services.

Features

* Use the Axis Bank app to schedule automatic payments for various bills, including utilities and credit cards.

* Track your mutual fund investments within the Axis mobile app.

* Set spending limits, turn contactless payments on/off, and temporarily block your card if misplaced.

Pros

Stable and reliable performance, Wide range of features for managing finances, Auto-pay functionality for bills, Debit card control options

Cons

Occasional app crashes reported by some users, Limited investment options compared to dedicated investment apps

5. IDBI Bank GO Mobile+ App

Designed for a smooth banking experience, IDBI GO Mobile+ offers a user-friendly interface and various services. You can check account statements, make payments, recharge prepaid mobiles, and pay utility bills.

Features

* Choose seasonal themes or customize your login screen on the IDBI bank app.

* Secure your login with a selfie picture.

* Use IDBI app to view holdings and transactions directly within the app.

Pros

Simple and easy-to-use interface,Supports regional languages,Covers essential banking needs,Mobile recharge functionality

Cons

Limited investment and advanced features,Customer service responsiveness might vary

6. BOB World

Developed by the Bank of Baroda, BOB World is an app known for its user-friendliness.

Features

* Withdraw cash at BOB ATMs using a one-time MPIN generated within the Bank of Baroda app.

* Generate QR codes on BOB mobile banking app for easy bill payments at merchant locations.

* Store and manage digital receipts for your transactions within the app.

Pros

Convenient bill payments & organized receipts, Simplified cash deposits, Security features (2FA, biometrics, data encryption)

Cons

Relies on QR reader compatibility & increases app storage use, Limited branch availability for cash deposit requests, Responsiveness of customer service

7. ICICI Bank iMobile Pay App

A highly rated app by ICICI Bank, iMobile Pay offers a comprehensive suite of banking services.

Features

* Open fixed deposits (FDs), invest in recurring deposits (RDs) and manage existing investments.

* Access and manage your ICICI Bank life insurance policies on the ICICI Bank mobile app.

* Get quick access to personal loans against your credit card on the imobile app.

Pros

The ICICI bank app features a streamlined layout for effortless navigation, Customize your dashboard for quick access to frequently used features, Clear menus and categorized services

Cons

The app may experience occasional technical glitches or crashes, Some users report slower processing times for transactions, The app might require frequent updates to ensure smooth performance

8. Canara Bank ai1 Mobile Banking App

Designed with the goal of “One Bank, One App,” Canara Bank’s ai1 app offers a variety of banking services.

Features

* Use Canara bank app to pay instantly at stores with a tap using your phone (RTGS/NEFT enabled).

* Start fixed or recurring deposits or invest in mutual funds all within the Canara bank mobile app.

* Set up recurring payments for your bills and savings goals.

Pros

Book flights, hotels, buses, and cabs directly through the app, Check your credit score and pay bills seamlessly through Bharat Bill Payment,Access insurance, Demat services, and IPO applications

Cons

Occasional problems might occur with UPI transactions, Features might be limited for users who don’t have a Canara Bank account, The app might experience occasional slowdowns or technical glitches.

9. Bank of India BOI Mobile App

BOI Mobile boasts a secure and comprehensive banking experience for Bank of India account holders.

Features

* View balances and statements and manage all accounts on the Bank of India app.

* Transfer funds quickly with IMPS, NEFT, and RTGS, and utilize the “Favourite” feature on the Boi mobile app.

* Locate ATMs, manage cheques, and access various banking services.

Pros

Efficient navigation for transfers and management, User-friendly interface with easy account access, Streamlined process for adding “Favourites.”

Cons

Interface might be challenging for new users to navigate, Lacks advanced features compared to some competitors, Occasional transaction delays and app crashes reported.

10. Punjab National Bank PNB ONE App

PNB ONE is the official mobile banking app from Punjab National Bank.

Features

* Gain quick access to all your accounts through an interactive interface by downloading the PNB One app.

* Invest in term deposits and mutual funds, all within the PNB One app.

* Track cheque status, request stop payments, and manage cheques conveniently.

Pros

Access value-added services like PAN/Aadhaar registration, Manage existing credit/debit cards, Enjoy the app in English, Hindi, and other languages.

Cons

 Features might be limited for non-PNB customers, May be complex for new users to navigate, App crashes and slow processing times reported.

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