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J&K Bank posts record ₹2,363 Cr annual profit in FY26 on asset quality gains

Jammu & Kashmir Bank reached its highest-ever annual net profit in FY26, underpinned by improved loan recoveries, lower non-performing assets, and growth in core deposits and advances.

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Finsamudra Desk

6 May 2026, 7:00 pm IST · 1 min read

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➜Jammu & Kashmir Bank has reported its highest-ever annual net profit of ₹2,363 crore for FY26.
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Jammu & Kashmir Bank reported a landmark annual net profit of ₹2,363 crore for FY26, marking its strongest financial performance on record. The result reflects a confluence of improved operational metrics and stronger credit fundamentals across the bank's loan portfolio.

Asset quality improvement was a key driver of the performance. The bank saw better recoveries during the year and a meaningful reduction in bad loans, both critical indicators of lending discipline and borrower health in its customer base.

Deposit and advance growth formed the operational backbone of the result. These core banking metrics signal both stronger customer confidence and expanded credit deployment, which fed directly into profitability.

The FY26 result underscores J&K Bank's turnaround trajectory in a competitive banking landscape, with improved credit metrics suggesting tighter underwriting and more effective collection mechanisms across its retail and commercial segments.

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