BAJAJFINSV - Bajaj Finserv
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Bajaj Finserv Limited has announced a rebranding initiative for its asset management and mutual fund arms to streamline its group identity. The Board of Directors approved the name changes on April 30, 2026, following a 'no objection' clearance from SEBI. Specifically, Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Ltd will become Bajaj Asset Management Ltd, and the Mutual Fund will be known as Bajaj Mutual Fund. This administrative change is part of a broader group-wide branding strategy and does not affect the operational structure of the subsidiaries.
- Bajaj Finserv Asset Management Ltd to be renamed Bajaj Asset Management Ltd
- Bajaj Finserv Mutual Fund to be renamed Bajaj Mutual Fund
- SEBI has officially conveyed its 'no objection' for the proposed name changes
- The Board of Directors approved the changes in a meeting held on April 30, 2026
Bajaj Finserv reported a steady Q4 FY26 with consolidated revenue of ₹38,508 crore, while adjusted revenue grew 13.9% YoY to ₹41,534 crore. The adjusted PAT for the quarter saw a significant 24.2% jump to ₹3,032 crore, normalizing for MTM losses in insurance portfolios and one-time provisions. A major strategic milestone was the completion of the buyout of Allianz's stake in both Life and General Insurance subsidiaries, making them 100% Bajaj-owned. The lending arm, Bajaj Finance, continues to lead growth with a 22.4% increase in AUM to ₹509,975 crore.
- Consolidated Adjusted PAT grew 24.2% YoY to ₹3,032 Cr in Q4 FY26, overcoming temporary MTM investment losses.
- Bajaj Finance AUM crossed the ₹5 lakh crore milestone, growing 22.4% YoY with a healthy ROE of 19.7%.
- Completed 100% acquisition of Allianz's stake in insurance businesses for a total consideration of ₹2,790 Cr.
- Bajaj Life Insurance VNB margins improved to 24.5% from 22.1% YoY, driven by product restructuring and higher term mix.
- General Insurance combined ratio deteriorated to 113.6% due to elevated claims in government health schemes and pricing pressures.
Bajaj Finserv has recommended a dividend of ₹1.50 per equity share (150% of face value) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This payout includes a special dividend of ₹0.20 per share to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Bajaj Group. The company has fixed June 30, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the payout. The dividend is subject to approval at the Annual General Meeting on July 31, 2026, and will be paid by August 4, 2026.
- Recommended dividend of ₹1.50 per equity share of face value ₹1 (150% payout)
- Includes a special centenary payout of ₹0.20 per share (20%) for Bajaj Group's 100 years
- Record date for dividend eligibility fixed as Tuesday, June 30, 2026
- Dividend payment to be dispatched or credited on or before August 4, 2026
- Statutory Auditors KKC & Associates LLP re-appointed for a second 5-year term
Bajaj Finserv's Board has approved the re-appointment of KKC & Associates LLP as the company's statutory auditors for a second five-year term. This term will span from the 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) until the conclusion of the 24th AGM, covering audits up to the financial year ending March 31, 2031. The decision follows a recommendation from the Audit Committee and remains subject to shareholder approval at the forthcoming AGM. KKC & Associates LLP is a long-standing firm established in 1936 with a team of over 400 professionals.
- Re-appointment of KKC & Associates LLP for a second consecutive term of 5 years.
- The audit mandate extends until the conclusion of the 24th AGM in 2031.
- KKC & Associates LLP is an established firm with 17 partners and 400+ professionals.
- The appointment is subject to final approval by shareholders at the upcoming AGM.
Bajaj Finserv has recommended a final dividend of Rs 1.50 per share for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, which includes a special payout of Rs 0.20 to celebrate 100 years of the Bajaj Group. On a standalone basis, the company reported a total income of Rs 2,076.82 crore for FY26, down from Rs 2,299.19 crore in FY25. Standalone Profit Before Tax (PBT) also saw a decline to Rs 1,781.07 crore compared to Rs 2,049.40 crore in the previous fiscal year. The record date for dividend eligibility has been fixed as June 30, 2026.
- Recommended dividend of Rs 1.50 (150%) per equity share of face value Re 1.
- Includes a special dividend of Rs 0.20 (20%) celebrating 100 years of Bajaj Group.
- Standalone total income for FY26 decreased to Rs 2,076.82 crore from Rs 2,299.19 crore in FY25.
- Standalone Profit Before Tax for FY26 stood at Rs 1,781.07 crore versus Rs 2,049.40 crore in FY25.
- Record date for dividend eligibility is June 30, 2026, with payment by August 4, 2026.
Bajaj Finserv reported its standalone financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026, with a total income of ₹2,076.82 crore, down from ₹2,299.19 crore in FY25. The Board has recommended a dividend of ₹1.50 per share (150%), which includes a special ₹0.20 payout to commemorate 100 years of the Bajaj Group. Standalone Profit Before Tax stood at ₹1,781.07 crore, compared to ₹2,049.40 crore in the previous year, largely driven by a decrease in dividend income from subsidiaries. The company has fixed June 30, 2026, as the record date for the dividend payment.
- Recommended a total dividend of ₹1.50 per equity share, including a ₹0.20 special dividend for the Bajaj Group centenary.
- Standalone total income for FY26 reached ₹2,076.82 crore versus ₹2,299.19 crore in FY25.
- Standalone Profit Before Tax (PBT) for the full year was ₹1,781.07 crore.
- Dividend income, the primary revenue source for the standalone entity, was ₹1,788.45 crore in FY26.
- The 19th Annual General Meeting (AGM) is scheduled for July 31, 2026.
Bajaj Finserv has filed its quarterly compliance certificate under Regulation 74(5) of SEBI (Depositories and Participants) Regulations, 2018. The certificate, issued by KFin Technologies Limited, confirms that all dematerialization requests received between January 1, 2026, and March 31, 2026, were processed within the mandated 15-day timeframe. This filing confirms that physical certificates were mutilated and cancelled after verification and that the register of members was updated. This is a standard administrative procedure for listed Indian companies.
- Compliance certificate issued for the quarter ended March 31, 2026.
- Dematerialization requests processed within the mandatory 15-day window.
- Confirmation provided by Registrar and Share Transfer Agent, KFin Technologies Limited.
- Verification that security certificates were mutilated and cancelled after due process.
Bajaj Finserv Limited has announced the closure of its trading window starting April 1, 2026, in compliance with SEBI Insider Trading regulations. This restriction applies to designated persons and their immediate relatives ahead of the company's audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ending March 31, 2026. The trading window will remain closed until 48 hours after the official declaration of these results. The specific date for the board meeting to approve the financial performance will be communicated at a later date.
- Trading window closure effective from Wednesday, April 1, 2026.
- Closure pertains to the audited financial results for the quarter and full year ending March 31, 2026.
- Restriction applies to all designated persons and their immediate relatives/dependents.
- The window will reopen 48 hours after the results are announced to the exchanges.
Bajaj Finserv has successfully completed the acquisition of the entire 26% equity stake previously held by Allianz SE in its insurance subsidiaries. Following a buyback offer where Allianz tendered its remaining 3% stake, the global partner has completely exited both Bajaj General and Bajaj Life Insurance. Consequently, Bajaj Finserv's direct stake has increased from 75.01% to 77.33%. The Bajaj Group, including promoter entities, now collectively owns 100% of these insurance businesses, allowing for full control and strategic flexibility.
- Allianz SE has completely exited its 26% stake in Bajaj General and Bajaj Life Insurance subsidiaries
- Bajaj Finserv's direct equity stake in both subsidiaries increased from 75.01% to 77.33%
- Bajaj Finserv along with its Promoter Group now collectively hold 100% equity in both insurance entities
- The final exit was executed via a buyback offer where Allianz tendered its remaining 3% stake
Bajaj Finserv has released the February 2026 business performance for its unlisted insurance subsidiaries. Bajaj General Insurance reported a monthly gross direct premium of ₹1,094.04 crore, bringing its year-to-date total to ₹21,794.23 crore. Bajaj Life Insurance recorded new business premium of ₹1,281.28 crore for the month, taking the FYTD (April-February) total to ₹12,302.32 crore. The life insurance segment's growth was notably supported by individual non-single premiums, which contributed ₹694.24 crore in February alone.
- Bajaj General Insurance Feb 2026 Gross Direct Premium stood at ₹1,094.04 crore
- Cumulative FYTD Gross Direct Premium for General Insurance reached ₹21,794.23 crore
- Bajaj Life Insurance New Business Premium for Feb 2026 was ₹1,281.28 crore
- Life Insurance FYTD New Business Premium totaled ₹12,302.32 crore
- Individual non-single premium was the largest contributor to Life Insurance new business in Feb at ₹694.24 crore
Bajaj Finserv Limited has announced the allotment of 27,36,768 equity shares of face value Re. 1 each to the Bajaj Finserv ESOP Trust. This allotment is part of the company's Employee Stock Option Scheme (BFS-ESOS) and follows a board decision made on February 4, 2026. The shares represent various grants issued between May 2020 and April 2025. The exercise prices for these grants range significantly from Rs. 470.21 to Rs. 2,049.7 per share.
- Total allotment of 27,36,768 equity shares to the Bajaj Finserv ESOP Trust.
- Shares issued at a face value of Re. 1 per share.
- Grant prices for the allotted shares range from Rs. 470.21 to Rs. 2,049.7.
- The allotment covers eight different grant cycles spanning from May 2020 to April 2025.
- The largest single grant portion in this allotment is 9,32,167 shares from the May 2020 cycle.
Bajaj Finserv reported a robust 24% YoY growth in consolidated total income to ₹39,708 crore for Q3 FY26. Adjusted PAT (excluding one-off labor code and ECL impacts) rose 32% to ₹2,936 crore, reflecting strong performance across lending and insurance segments. A key highlight was the completion of the 23% stake acquisition from Allianz SE in its insurance subsidiaries, bringing the group's stake to 97%. The life insurance arm showed significant improvement with a 59% jump in Value of New Business (VNB) and margins rising to 19%.
- Consolidated total income grew 24% YoY to ₹39,708 crore; Adjusted PAT grew 32% to ₹2,936 crore.
- Completed acquisition of 23% stake from Allianz SE in insurance subsidiaries on Jan 8, 2026, now holding 97%.
- Bajaj Life Insurance VNB surged 59% to ₹405 crore with New Business Margins (NBM) improving to 19%.
- Bajaj General Insurance maintained a healthy combined ratio of 97.9% and ROE above 22%.
- Bajaj Finance AUM grew 22.1% to ₹4,85,883 crore, despite a one-time accelerated ECL provision of ₹1,406 crore.
Bajaj Finserv has released the monthly business performance for its unlisted insurance subsidiaries for January 2026. Bajaj General Insurance reported a gross direct premium of ₹1,821.05 crore for the month, taking its year-to-date (YTD) total to ₹20,700.20 crore. Bajaj Life Insurance recorded new business premiums of ₹1,190.97 crore in January, with a cumulative YTD figure of ₹11,021.03 crore. These figures represent the ongoing operational scale of the company's core insurance verticals.
- Bajaj General Insurance Jan 2026 gross direct premium stood at ₹1,821.05 crore.
- Bajaj General Insurance cumulative YTD premium reached ₹20,700.20 crore.
- Bajaj Life Insurance Jan 2026 new business premium totaled ₹1,190.97 crore.
- Bajaj Life Insurance YTD new business premium (Apr-Jan) reached ₹11,021.03 crore.
- Individual non-single premium for Life Insurance was the largest monthly component at ₹632.83 crore.
Bajaj Finserv has informed the stock exchanges that the audio recording of its earnings conference call for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, is now available. The call was held on February 5, 2026, following the release of the company's financial results. This disclosure is part of the company's regulatory compliance under SEBI Listing Regulations. Investors can access the recording on the company's website to listen to management's commentary on the latest financial performance.
- Earnings conference call for Q3 FY2026 was conducted on February 5, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. IST.
- Audio recording of the proceedings is now accessible via the company's investor relations portal.
- The call focused on financial results for the quarter and nine-month period ending December 31, 2025.
- This follows the earlier submission of the investor presentation on February 4, 2026.
Bajaj Finserv delivered a strong operational performance in Q3 FY26 with consolidated revenue rising 23.9% to ₹39,708 crore. Adjusted PAT grew 31.6% to ₹2,936 crore, though reported PAT was flat at ₹2,229 crore due to ₹707 crore in one-time charges for accelerated ECL provisions and labor code adjustments. The company completed the acquisition of Allianz's 23% stake in its insurance subsidiaries, now holding 75.01% in both. Core subsidiaries Bajaj Finance and Bajaj Housing Finance maintained high AUM growth of 22% and 23% respectively.
- Consolidated Revenue increased 23.9% YoY to ₹39,708 crore for Q3 FY26.
- Adjusted PAT grew 31.6% to ₹2,936 crore, excluding one-time charges of ₹707 crore for ECL and labor codes.
- Bajaj Finance AUM grew 22.1% to ₹485,883 crore with a strengthened Provision Coverage Ratio (PCR) of 61%.
- Bajaj Life Insurance VNB surged 59.4% to ₹405 crore with record 16.4% new business margins.
- BFS successfully increased its stake in insurance subsidiaries to 75.01% following the exit of Allianz SE.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Bajaj Finance (BFL) net total income grew 20% to INR 13,170 Cr. Bajaj General (BAGIC) Gross Written Premium (GWP) increased 9% to INR 6,413 Cr (13.6% growth excluding 1/n accounting impact). Bajaj Life (BALIC) GWP grew 28% driven by 30% renewal premium growth. Bajaj Health revenue grew 22%.
Geographic Revenue Split
The company maintains a pan-India presence with over 242,000 points of sale and 225,000 insurance agents across the country. Specific regional % splits are not disclosed in available documents.
Profitability Margins
Bajaj Life New Business Margin (NBM) expanded to 17.1% from 10.8% YoY. Bajaj General ROE remains above 20% (excluding surplus capital). Bajaj Finance PAT grew 23% to INR 4,948 Cr. Bajaj Life PAT fell 91% to INR 13 Cr due to a one-time INR 112 Cr GST impact.
EBITDA Margin
Core profitability for Bajaj Finance remains strong with a 23% PAT growth. Bajaj General combined ratio stood at 101.4%, flat YoY, impacted by higher acquisition costs in preferred business lines. Bajaj Life Value of New Business (VNB) grew 50% to INR 367 Cr.
Capital Expenditure
Bajaj Finserv has invested in 138 windmills with 65.2 MW aggregate capacity. The company launched a INR 5,000 Cr initiative 'Bajaj Beyond' for skilling 1 crore youth over 5 years. No specific quarterly CapEx INR value for Q2 FY26 was disclosed.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
Not disclosed in available documents; however, Bajaj Finance (BFL) and Bajaj Housing Finance (BHFL) are major subsidiaries with significant AUM of INR 4,62,000 Cr (up 24% YoY).
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
Not applicable for financial services. Primary operational costs are interest expenses, acquisition costs (commissions), and technology expenses.
Key Suppliers
Not applicable for financial services. Key partners include banks and NBFCs for group protection and distribution.
Capacity Expansion
Bajaj Finance booked 1.2 Cr new loans in Q2 FY26, up 26% from 0.97 Cr. Bajaj Life AUM reached INR 1,32,060 Cr. Bajaj General AUM reached INR 35,000 Cr. Renewable energy capacity is 65.2 MW.
Raw Material Costs
Not applicable. Acquisition costs in General Insurance are a key driver, slightly impacting PAT growth (5% growth to INR 517 Cr) due to focus on preferred segments.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Bajaj Life achieved 100-125 bps margin expansion through cost optimization. Bajaj Markets demonstrated capital efficiency with no capital infusion since March 2022.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is driven by 7.8 Cr BFL App installs and a network of 242,000+ points of sale.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
21-24%
Growth Strategy
Achieving growth through 'BALIC 2.0' focusing on retail protection (71% growth) and term protection (target 10% share in 2-3 years). Strategic acquisition of Allianz's 26% stake in insurance JVs to reach 100% ownership. Expansion into US and DIFC markets by 2025-2026.
Products & Services
Life insurance policies (Par, Non-par, ULIP, Term, Annuity), General insurance (Motor, Health, Preferred lines), Retail/Housing loans, and Asset Management services.
Brand Portfolio
Bajaj Finance, Bajaj Allianz (transitioning to Bajaj), Bajaj Health, Bajaj Markets, BajajTech.ai, Bajaj Finserv Securities, Bajaj Housing Finance.
New Products/Services
BajajTech.ai launched for technology services. Retail protection products grew 71% to INR 144 Cr. Group protection grew 23%.
Market Expansion
Planned US entry in 2026 and DIFC presence in 2025. Target to grow customer franchise from 10+ Cr in 2025 to 22+ Cr by 2030.
Market Share & Ranking
Bajaj General GDPI growth of 9.3% significantly outperformed the market growth of 1.8%. Bajaj Life VNB CAGR of 17% (FY20-25) is nearly 3x the industry average of 6%.
Strategic Alliances
Bajaj Group signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA) to acquire Allianz's 26% stake in insurance JVs. Partnered with 101 unique partners for Bajaj Markets.
External Factors
Industry Trends
Shift from ULIP-driven to multi-channel/multi-product insurers. Industry-wide persistency dips observed. Regulatory shift toward Risk-Based Capital (RBC) and IndAS implementation expected in 2-3 years.
Competitive Landscape
General insurance market is intensely price competitive. Bajaj General's 9.3% growth vs 1.8% market growth indicates strong competitive positioning.
Competitive Moat
Durable advantages include a massive distribution network (242k POS), high solvency ratios, and a diversified business model that allowed 24% AUM growth despite competitive pressures.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Life insurance yields are sensitive to interest rate cycles; falling yields have reduced the attractiveness of Non-par guaranteed products.
Consumer Behavior
Increasing consumer expectation for digital-first experiences, addressed by 7.8 Cr BFL App installs and the Bajaj Markets discovery platform.
Geopolitical Risks
Not disclosed in available documents; focus is primarily on the Indian domestic market with planned US entry in 2026.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
IRDAI mandated 1/n accounting for long-term products effective Oct 1, 2024. New surrender value regulations and upcoming Risk-Based Capital (RBC) norms are key regulatory headwinds.
Environmental Compliance
Targeting carbon neutrality (Scope 1 & 2) by FY32. Currently a net energy producer with 84 million units generated from wind energy.
Taxation Policy Impact
GST regulations applicable to Retail Life insurance products led to a loss of input tax credit, resulting in a INR 112 Cr impact on quarterly profitability.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
Brand transition risk following the exit of Allianz from insurance JVs. Regulatory uncertainty regarding GST and surrender charges. Persistency dips in specific insurance cohorts (impact % not specified).
Geographic Concentration Risk
Primarily concentrated in India; 100% of current revenue is domestic, with international expansion (US/DIFC) planned for 2025-2026.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependence on bank and NBFC partners for group protection growth. Bajaj Markets migrated to SFDC, indicating dependency on third-party CRM technology.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
Mitigated by migration to SFDC and cloud-native platforms. Bajaj Markets saw a planned de-growth (INR 164 Cr to INR 90 Cr) due to system migration risks.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Bajaj Finance AUM of INR 4,62,000 Cr represents significant credit exposure; however, PAT grew 23%, indicating stable asset quality.