JSFB - Jana Small Finan
📢 Recent Corporate Announcements
Jana Small Finance Bank has announced the record date and payment schedule for interest on its Non-Convertible Debentures (NCD) under ISIN INE953L08329. The record date is fixed for March 16, 2026, adjusted from March 15 due to a holiday. Interest payments are scheduled to be disbursed on March 31, 2026, to all eligible beneficial owners. This is a routine regulatory filing ensuring compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
- Record date for NCD Series 023 interest payment is March 16, 2026.
- The scheduled interest payment date for the debentures is March 31, 2026.
- The specific instrument involved is NCD ISIN INE953L08329 (Script Code 953148).
- Record date was moved from March 15 to March 16 as the original date falls on a Sunday.
CARE EDGE Ratings has reaffirmed the 'CARE A; Stable' rating for Jana Small Finance Bank's ₹75 crore subordinate debt, supported by adequate capitalization with a CAR of 19.17%. The bank is successfully shifting its portfolio toward secured loans, which now comprise 73% of total advances compared to 60% in March 2024. However, profitability has moderated significantly, with ROTA declining to 0.61% in 9MFY26 from 2.30% in FY24 due to microfinance stress and elevated credit costs. While deposits grew 30% YoY to ₹33,733 crore, the CASA ratio remains relatively low at 20% compared to industry peers.
- CARE reaffirmed 'CARE A; Stable' rating for ₹75 crore Lower Tier II bonds based on adequate capital levels.
- Secured advances increased to 73% of the portfolio as of Dec 2025, reducing reliance on unsecured microfinance.
- Profitability (ROTA) dropped to 0.61% in 9MFY26 from 1.42% in FY25 due to higher slippages and credit costs.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) remains healthy at 19.17% with Tier-I CAR at 17.19% as of Dec 31, 2025.
- Gross NPA stood at 2.59% and Net NPA at 0.94% for 9MFY26, reflecting ongoing stress in the MFI segment.
Jana Small Finance Bank reported a bottoming out of asset quality stress in Q3 FY26, with PAT at ₹10 crores due to peak credit costs of ₹277 crores. Management has provided strong forward-looking guidance, expecting Q4 PAT to jump to ₹140-₹160 crores as credit costs are projected to drop to ₹170-₹190 crores. Deposits showed robust growth of 30% YoY reaching ₹33,733 crores, while the cost of funds improved to 7.7%. The bank is also in the process of resubmitting its Universal Bank application after addressing RBI's initial feedback.
- Management expects Q4 FY26 PAT to reach ₹140-₹160 crores, a significant jump from the ₹10 crore reported in Q3.
- Total deposits grew 30% YoY to ₹33,733 crores, with the CASA ratio improving to 20% and cost of funds expected to drop further to 7.5% in Q4.
- Asset quality showed improvement with the SMA book declining from a peak of 6.2% in June to 4.6% in December 2025.
- The bank achieved its highest disbursals in 18 months across both secured and unsecured segments during Q3 FY26.
- Unsecured book risk is being mitigated with 62% of the portfolio currently under guarantee programs, expected to reach 72% by March 2026.
Jana Small Finance Bank has announced the completion of the tenure for two of its directors, Mr. Ramalingam Ramaseshan and Mr. Ramesh Ramanathan, effective February 7, 2026. This transition is in accordance with Section 10A (2A) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, which mandates tenure limits for bank directors. Both individuals have officially ceased to be members of the Board of Directors as of the close of business hours on the specified date. This is a routine regulatory procedure for Indian banking institutions to ensure board refreshment.
- Mr. Ramalingam Ramaseshan (DIN: 00200373) retired effective February 7, 2026
- Mr. Ramesh Ramanathan (DIN: 00163276) retired effective February 7, 2026
- Retirements are mandated by Section 10A (2A) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949
- Both directors have ceased to be members of the Board of Directors
Jana Small Finance Bank has released the audio recording of its earnings conference call for the quarter ended December 31, 2025. This follows the bank's earnings announcement and subsequent investor meeting held on February 2, 2026. The recording provides management's detailed commentary on the bank's financial performance and strategic outlook. Investors can access the link through the bank's official investor relations website as per SEBI regulations.
- Audio recording for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, is now publicly available.
- The filing is in compliance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
- Recording link is hosted on the bank's official investor relations portal for transparency.
- The call follows the initial earnings intimation dated February 2, 2026.
Jana Small Finance Bank has allotted 21,608 equity shares of face value Rs. 10 each following the exercise of employee stock options. The allotment comprises 16,469 shares under the ESOP 2017 scheme and 5,139 shares under the ESOP 2018 scheme. Exercise prices were bifurcated, with 7,850 shares issued at Rs. 302.98 and 13,758 shares at the face value of Rs. 10. Consequently, the bank's total paid-up equity capital has increased to 105,295,297 shares.
- Allotment of 21,608 equity shares of Rs. 10 face value under ESOP 2017 and 2018 schemes
- Total paid-up equity share capital increased to 105,295,297 shares from 105,273,690
- Exercise price for 7,850 shares was Rs. 302.98, while 13,758 shares were exercised at Rs. 10
- The allotment results in a negligible equity dilution of approximately 0.02%
Jana Small Finance Bank has submitted its compliance certificate to the exchanges as per SEBI Regulation 52(7) and 52(7A). The bank confirmed that the proceeds from its non-convertible debt securities were utilized strictly for the purposes stated in the offer documents. No material deviations were reported in the use of these funds for the period ending February 6, 2026. This is a standard regulatory filing that ensures transparency in the bank's financial management.
- Confirmed compliance with SEBI (LODR) Regulations 52(7) and 52(7A).
- Proceeds from non-convertible securities utilized for intended purposes.
- Zero material deviations reported in the deployment of debt issue funds.
- Official disclosure filed with BSE and NSE on February 6, 2026.
Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) has filed a compliance certificate under Regulation 52(7) and 52(7A) of SEBI LODR for the period ending February 2026. The bank confirmed that all proceeds raised through non-convertible debt securities were utilized for the specific purposes outlined in the original offer documents. No material deviations or misallocations of funds were reported during this period. This routine disclosure provides transparency regarding the bank's management of borrowed capital and regulatory adherence.
- Confirmed compliance with SEBI Regulation 52(7) and 52(7A) regarding debt securities.
- Proceeds from non-convertible securities were utilized for stated objects without deviation.
- The filing covers the period leading up to the announcement date of February 6, 2026.
- Official notification submitted to both BSE and National Stock Exchange of India.
Jana Small Finance Bank reported a sharp decline in Q3 FY26 Profit After Tax to ₹10 crore, down from ₹111 crore YoY, primarily due to higher credit provisioning of ₹277 crore. Despite the bottom-line pressure, the bank demonstrated strong operational growth with deposits increasing 30% YoY to ₹33,733 crore and the CASA ratio improving to 20%. The loan book continues to shift towards secured assets, which now constitute 73% of the portfolio, growing 27% YoY. While asset quality showed sequential improvement with GNPA reducing to 2.5%, the high credit costs remain a significant near-term headwind for profitability.
- Gross Loan Portfolio grew 19% YoY to ₹33,324 crore, with secured assets now comprising 73% of the total book.
- Total Deposits rose 30% YoY to ₹33,733 crore, supported by a robust 41% YoY growth in CASA balances.
- Asset quality improved sequentially with GNPA at 2.5% and NNPA at 0.9%, though provisions rose to ₹277 crore for the quarter.
- Profit After Tax for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹10 crore, significantly impacted by accelerated provisioning and higher NPA flows.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio remains healthy at 20.0% with a Tier-1 CRAR of 17.3% and Liquidity Coverage Ratio at 120%.
Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) reported a sharp decline in PAT to ₹10 crore for Q3 FY26, primarily due to high credit costs of ₹277 crore and accelerated provisioning. Despite the profit hit, management indicates that asset quality issues have bottomed out, with slippages reducing by 25.8% QoQ and GNPA improving to 2.49%. The bank's loan book grew 19% YoY to ₹33,324 crore, with the secured portion increasing to 72.8%. Management has provided an optimistic outlook for Q4 FY26, targeting a PAT of ₹140-160 crore and an RoA of ~1.5%.
- PAT fell significantly to ₹10 Cr in Q3 FY26 from ₹75 Cr in Q2 FY26 due to ₹277 Cr in credit costs.
- GNPA improved to 2.49% from 2.75% QoQ, and the SMA book reduced to 4.6% from a peak of 6.2%.
- Total deposits grew 30% YoY to ₹33,733 Cr, with CASA deposits surging 41% YoY to ₹6,742 Cr.
- Secured advances now constitute 72.8% of the total portfolio, up from 59.6% in FY24.
- RBI returned the bank's Universal Bank application; the bank intends to resubmit after updates.
Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) reported a significant 91.2% year-on-year decline in net profit for Q3 FY26, falling to ₹9.69 crore from ₹110.66 crore. While total income grew by 20.2% YoY to ₹1,628.86 crore, the bottom line was severely impacted by a sharp rise in provisions, which increased to ₹276.84 crore. On a positive note, asset quality showed improvement with Gross NPA reducing to 2.59% from 2.87% in the previous quarter. However, the quarterly Return on Assets (ROA) fell sharply to 0.09% compared to 1.30% in the year-ago period.
- Net Profit for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹9.69 crore, down from ₹110.66 crore in Q3 FY25 and ₹74.99 crore in Q2 FY26.
- Provisions and contingencies surged to ₹276.84 crore for the quarter, compared to ₹173.75 crore in the same period last year.
- Gross NPA improved to 2.59% from 2.80% YoY, while Net NPA remained stable at 0.94%.
- Total Income increased to ₹1,628.86 crore, driven by a 17.5% growth in interest earned reaching ₹1,384.13 crore.
- Capital Adequacy Ratio (Basel II) remains robust at 19.17% with a total net worth of ₹4,036.19 crore.
Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) has announced its participation in the 'MANTHAN - Systematix India Annual Conference' scheduled for February 10, 2026. The meeting will be attended by the bank's Managing Director & CEO along with the CFO via virtual mode starting at 10:30 AM. Discussions will be centered around the bank's financial results for Q3 of FY 2025-26 and other publicly available information. This is a routine investor interaction aimed at providing clarity on the bank's recent performance and strategic direction.
- Event: MANTHAN - Systematix India Annual Conference scheduled for February 10, 2026
- Management Presence: MD & CEO and CFO of Jana Small Finance Bank to participate
- Agenda: Discussion on Q3 FY2025-26 financial results and public data
- Format: Virtual meeting starting from 10:30 AM onwards
- Compliance: No Unpublished Price Sensitive Information (UPSI) to be shared
Jana Small Finance Bank (JSFB) has announced a one-on-one meeting with institutional investor East Bridge Capital scheduled for February 9, 2026, in Bengaluru. The bank's Managing Director and CEO will represent the management during this interaction. The discussions are slated to focus on the bank's Q3 FY2025-26 financial performance and other publicly available data. The bank has explicitly stated that no unpublished price-sensitive information will be shared during the session.
- One-on-one meeting scheduled with East Bridge Capital on February 9, 2026
- Participation confirmed from the Bank's Managing Director & CEO
- Discussions will be restricted to Q3 FY2025-26 financial results and public information
- Meeting is scheduled to commence from 08:00 AM onwards in Bengaluru
Jana Small Finance Bank Limited has scheduled a conference call for investors and analysts on February 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM IST. The purpose of the meeting is to discuss the bank's financial performance for the third quarter of the 2025-26 fiscal year. The call will be led by top management, including MD & CEO Ajay Kanwal and CFO Abhilash Sandur. This routine disclosure is made in compliance with SEBI Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements.
- Conference call scheduled for February 6, 2026, at 17:00 hrs IST to discuss Q3 FY26 results.
- Senior management including MD & CEO Ajay Kanwal and CFO Abhilash Sandur will participate.
- The event is hosted by ICICI Securities and includes international toll-free access for UK, USA, HK, and Singapore.
- A Diamond Pass registration link has been provided for seamless participant entry.
Jana Small Finance Bank has appointed Mr. Ajay Rotti and Mr. Pankaj Razdan as Additional Independent Directors for a five-year term starting February 2, 2026. Mr. Rotti brings over 23 years of expertise in international taxation and regulatory compliance, having held senior roles at KPMG and Dhruva Advisors. Mr. Razdan adds over 30 years of experience in scaling financial services across wealth management, insurance, and lending. These appointments are expected to strengthen the bank's board governance and strategic oversight.
- Appointment of two Independent Directors, Mr. Ajay Rotti and Mr. Pankaj Razdan, effective February 2, 2026.
- Both directors have been appointed for a fixed tenure of 5 years.
- Mr. Ajay Rotti has over 23 years of experience in tax and regulatory domains, specializing in international taxation.
- Mr. Pankaj Razdan brings 30+ years of financial services leadership, including experience in building and scaling multi-line financial institutions.
- The bank confirmed that neither director is related to existing board members or debarred by SEBI.
Financial Performance
Revenue Growth by Segment
Total Revenue grew 14% YoY to INR 3,068 Cr in H1 FY26 from INR 2,698 Cr in H1 FY25. Secured assets, which now form 73% of the book, saw MSME growth of 27% YoY and Gold Loans growth of 204% YoY. Unsecured business growth was moderated to 0.3% in Q2 FY26 to manage credit risk.
Geographic Revenue Split
Not disclosed in available documents; however, the bank operates through a zonal-level committee structure indicating a pan-India presence focused on 'Rising India' segments.
Profitability Margins
Net Interest Margin (NIM) moderated to 6.6% in Q2 FY26 from 6.7% in Q1 FY26. Return on Assets (RoA) declined to 0.9% in H1 FY26 from 1.6% in H1 FY25. Return on Equity (RoE) fell to 8.4% in H1 FY26 from 14.3% in H1 FY25, primarily due to a higher capital base post-IPO and accelerated provisions of INR 232 Cr.
EBITDA Margin
Pre-Provision Operating Profit (PPOP) stood at INR 577 Cr for H1 FY26, a decline from INR 654 Cr in H1 FY25. This reflects a Cost-to-Income ratio increase to 66.6% in H1 FY26 from 58.3% in H1 FY25 due to higher upfront acquisition costs in secured lending.
Capital Expenditure
Not disclosed as a single INR figure, but the bank significantly expanded its capital base through an IPO of INR 462 Cr in Q4 FY24 and recently received INR 250 Cr in Tier 1 capital in October 2025.
Credit Rating & Borrowing
The bank maintains a gearing ratio of 7.5 times as of December 2024. It has access to INR 850 Cr of NHB funding. Cost of funds has shown a downward trend despite growth, supported by a Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) of 170%.
Operational Drivers
Raw Materials
The primary 'raw material' is cost of deposits/capital. Retail deposits make up 62.1% of total deposits, with 91.7% of these contracted for 1 year and above to lock in funding costs.
Import Sources
Not applicable for banking operations; sourcing is domestic through branch banking and strategic alliances.
Key Suppliers
Not applicable; the bank sources funds from retail and bulk depositors and provides credit through partners like CGTMSE for guarantee coverage.
Capacity Expansion
Current Gross Loan Portfolio (GLP) is INR 31,655 Cr as of Q2 FY26, with a planned expansion to approximately INR 35,500 Cr by March 2026, representing a ~20% growth target.
Raw Material Costs
Interest expenses are the primary cost. The bank is focused on driving CASA (Current Account Savings Account) which grew 19.8% YoY to improve the cost of funds. Bulk deposits are 87.9% contracted for 1 year and above.
Manufacturing Efficiency
Operational efficiency is measured by the Cost-to-Income ratio, which was 67.8% in Q2 FY26. The bank aims to improve this as the MFI book resumes growth and converts the existing cost base into better revenue.
Logistics & Distribution
Distribution is handled via 8,000-9,000 MFI-focused employees. Sourcing costs for secured assets are expensed upfront rather than amortized, creating a INR 15 Cr negative carry in high-growth quarters.
Strategic Growth
Expected Growth Rate
20%
Growth Strategy
The bank will achieve this through a 'Secured First' strategy, aiming for 80% secured assets. It is aggressively growing Gold Loans (204% YoY) and MSME (27% YoY) while transitioning the unsecured MFI book to guarantee programs (expected 16-17% of total book under guarantee by March 2026).
Products & Services
Savings accounts, Current accounts, Fixed Deposits, Recurring Deposits, MSME loans, Two-Wheeler finance, Gold loans, and Microfinance (MFI) loans.
Brand Portfolio
Jana Small Finance Bank, Jana Bank.
New Products/Services
Expansion of Gold Loan and Two-Wheeler segments; the bank is also in the process of obtaining a Universal Banking license which would allow for a broader product suite.
Market Expansion
Targeting 'Rising India' customers with a focus on increasing the secured business proportion each year and building a sustainable, predictable franchise.
Market Share & Ranking
Recognized as Runner-up for 'Best Small Finance Bank in Growth' by the Indian Chambers of Commerce in 2025.
Strategic Alliances
Strategic alliance with CGTMSE for credit guarantees; the bank received the 'Highest Guarantee Coverage FY 2025' award from them.
External Factors
Industry Trends
The Small Finance Bank industry is evolving toward secured lending to mitigate the volatility of microfinance. JSFB is positioning itself as an 'anchor bank' for Rising India by offering single KYC and multiple products to increase customer stickiness.
Competitive Landscape
Competes with other Small Finance Banks and private banks; JSFB differentiates through its high share of secured advances (73%) compared to MFI-heavy peers.
Competitive Moat
The moat is built on a granular, long-term retail deposit base (91.7% over 1 year) and high standards of governance. This is sustainable because it reduces reliance on volatile wholesale funding and lowers the overall cost of funds over time.
Macro Economic Sensitivity
Sensitive to rural economic cycles and inflation, which impact MFI repayment capabilities. The bank noted substantial uncertainty in global growth due to tariff postponements and supply chain inflationary pressures.
Consumer Behavior
Shift toward digital banking and a demand for multiple products (assets and liabilities) from a single provider, which the bank is addressing through its 'anchor bank' strategy.
Geopolitical Risks
Global trade wars and restrictions on Chinese goods are noted as potential deflationary or inflationary risks that could affect the broader Indian economy and banking credit quality.
Regulatory & Governance
Industry Regulations
The bank is subject to RBI Small Finance Bank norms and is currently undergoing the application process for a Universal Banking license, which involves rigorous banking and technology audits.
Taxation Policy Impact
The bank benefits from accumulated Deferred Tax Assets (DTA) due to past losses, which limits income tax liabilities. INR 30 Cr of DTA was recognized in FY25, with benefits expected to last until FY2027.
Legal Contingencies
The bank identifies 'Legal Risk' within its operational risk framework, including exposure to penalties and civil litigation. Specific pending case values in INR Cr are not disclosed in the provided documents.
Risk Analysis
Key Uncertainties
MFI sector leverage and repayment volatility pose a risk to PAT growth, which is guided at a conservative 0-2% for FY26. Slippages in the unsecured book remain a key monitorable.
Geographic Concentration Risk
Not disclosed as specific percentages, but the bank uses zonal-level committees to manage regional risks.
Third Party Dependencies
Dependency on Business Correspondents for MFI sourcing and CGTMSE for credit guarantees on 16-17% of the loan book.
Technology Obsolescence Risk
The bank is mitigating technology risk through comprehensive audits required for the Universal Banking license and a well-defined BCP (Business Continuity Plan) for IT processes.
Credit & Counterparty Risk
Gross NPA stood at 2.8% and Net NPA at 0.9% in H1 FY26. The bank is tightening credit sourcing norms for MFI to be 'tighter than industry norms' to improve receivables quality.