Bengaluru: Public sector lender Canara Bank has announced the appointment of Shri Brajesh Kumar Singh as its new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). He assumed charge on June 1, 2026, following a Government of India notification issued on May 30, 2026.
According to the notification, Singh’s appointment will remain effective until April 30, 2029, the date of his superannuation, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
A seasoned banking professional with over three decades of experience, Singh brings extensive expertise across corporate credit, retail banking, human resources, business development, and strategic operations. Prior to joining Canara Bank, he served as Executive Director of Indian Bank, where he played a key role in driving business growth, strengthening governance frameworks, and accelerating digital and operational transformation initiatives.
His appointment follows the recommendation of the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) and subsequent approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC). He succeeds Shri K. Satyanarayana Raju, who completed his tenure as MD & CEO on December 31, 2025.
An Agriculture graduate from Allahabad Agriculture Institute, Singh holds an MBA in Finance and is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB). He has also completed the Executive Leadership Development Programme at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore, further strengthening his leadership and strategic management capabilities.
With his extensive experience and leadership credentials, Singh is expected to steer Canara Bank through its next phase of growth and transformation. Under his leadership, the bank will continue to focus on accelerating digital transformation, expanding financial inclusion, maintaining strong asset quality, enhancing customer experience, and creating sustainable value for stakeholders.
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The appointment comes at a time when public sector banks are increasingly investing in technology-led growth, operational efficiency, and customer-centric banking models to strengthen their competitive position in India’s rapidly evolving financial services landscape.
