Central Bank of India Reports 21% Jump in Q2 Net Profit

Central Bank of India reported a 21% rise in net profit to ₹1,469 crore for the second quarter ended September 30, 2026, up from ₹1,324 crore a year ago.

The public sector lender's total income increased to ₹11,737 crore from ₹10,212 crore, driven by interest income rising to ₹10,357 crore.

Asset quality improved as gross NPAs moderated to 2.39% of gross advances and net NPAs declined to 0.31% at the end of September 2026.