AU Small Finance Bank recognised Among Asia’s Best Workplaces 2026; Ranked #54 in Great Place to Work® Asia List

AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB), India’s largest Small Finance Bank and among the first in over a decade to receive in-principle approval to transition into a Universal Bank, has been recognised among Great Place to Work®’s Best Workplaces in Asia™ 2026, securing the 54th position in the Large Category. The recognition places AU among Asia’s leading employers and reflects the Bank’s sustained commitment to building a high-trust, high-performance and purpose-driven workplace culture.

The recognition follows a series of significant workplace milestones for AU SFB, including being ranked among India’s Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2026 and earning the coveted Great Place to Work® Certification for the sixth consecutive year. Together, these recognitions reinforce AU’s position as one of India’s most admired workplaces and underscore its belief that long-term business success is built on trusted, empowered and engaged employees.

Founded in 1996 by Mr. Sanjay Agarwal, AU has grown from a Rajasthan-based entrepreneurial venture into India’s largest Small Finance Bank, supported by more than 58,400+ employees and a network of over 2,626 banking touchpoints across 21 States and 4 Union Territories.

As the Bank enters its 30th year of operations and advances towards its next phase of growth as a Universal Bank, its journey continues to be shaped by a unique combination of customer-centricity, financial inclusion and a people-first culture that enables employees and the institution to grow together while creating meaningful impact for customers and communities across India.

Key Workplace Recognitions

Best Workplaces in Asia™ 2026
India’s Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2026
India’s Best Workplaces in BFSI 2026
Great Place to Work® Certified for Six Consecutive Years
India’s Best Companies to Work For (2026, 2025 & 2024)
India’s Best Workplaces in BFSI (2026, 2025, 2024 & 2023)
India’s Best Workplaces for Millennials 2025
India’s Best Workplaces in Small Finance Banks (2024 & 2023)

Sanjay Agarwal, Founder, MD & CEO, AU Small Finance Bank, said, “This recognition among Asia’s Best Workplaces is a proud moment for every AUite and a strong validation of the culture we have built over nearly three decades. At AU, we have always believed that enduring institutions are shaped by people, shared values and a common sense of purpose.”

As we enter our 30th year and prepare for the next phase of growth as a Universal Bank, our focus remains on creating an environment where people can learn, innovate, take ownership and grow alongside the organisation. This recognition belongs to every AUite whose commitment, passion and customer-centric approach continue to shape AU’s journey and future.”

At AU SFB, employee experience is anchored in trust, inclusion, continuous learning and leadership development. The Bank has consistently invested in creating opportunities for growth, strengthening its technology and digital capabilities, nurturing future-ready talent and fostering an environment where employees can build long-term careers with purpose. These efforts have helped create a culture defined by trust, pride and camaraderie, the cornerstone of workplace excellence.

About AU Small Finance Bank Limited

AU Small Finance Bank Limited (AU SFB) is a Scheduled Commercial Bank and has established itself as India’s largest Small Finance Bank since commencing its banking operations in April 2017. Founded in 1996 by Mr. Sanjay Agarwal, a first-generation entrepreneur, AU is entering its 10th year as a Bank, guided by a deep rooted “Dharma” of customer centric service.

Over three decades, AU has built a sustainable and inclusive financial institution that empowers underserved and under reached communities through a robust retail led banking model. The Bank has received an in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to transition into a Universal Bank. AU SFB’s wide network of 2,920 banking touchpoints across 21 States and 4 Union Territories enables service to more than 1.2 crore customers, powered by a workforce of 58,400+ employees.

As on 30th June 2026, Bank had shareholders’ funds of ₹20,885 cr, deposit base of ₹1,57,727 cr, total loan portfolio of ₹1,44,250 cr and a balance sheet size of ₹1.9 Lac cr+. AU SFB is listed on NSE and BSE. Its fixed deposits are rated AA+/Stable by CRISIL Ratings, while its long-term/subordinated debt/Tier II Bonds are rated AA/Stable by CRISIL, CARE and ICRA Ratings. Its short-term rating is A1+ by CRISIL, CARE and India Ratings.