SBI General Insurance appoints Mohd. Arif Khan as Deputy CEO
SBI General Insurance, one of India’s leading General Insurance companies, announced the appointment of Shri Mohd. Arif Khan as the Deputy Chief Executive Officer (Deputy CEO).
Shri Mohd. Arif Khan is a seasoned banking professional with over 25 years of distinguished service at State Bank of India (SBI). He brings with him a wealth of expertise and leadership experience across a broad range of strategic and operational domains in banking and financial services.
Shri Mohd. Arif Khan began his career with SBI in 2000 as a Probationary Officer and has since held several key leadership positions across Retail Banking, Strategic Training Unit (STU), and Core Banking Solution (CBS) implementation and training projects. In his most recent role, he served as General Manager, Network-I, at SBI’s Local Head Office in Thiruvananthapuram, where he led large-scale business and operational initiatives.
Speaking on the appointment, Shri Naveen Chandra Jha, MD & CEO, SBI General Insurance, said, “We are delighted to welcome Shri Mohd. Arif Khan to the SBI General Insurance leadership team. His vast experience across diverse banking functions, strong strategic expertise, and deep understanding of the business, will be instrumental in propelling the company to greater heights. I look forward to working closely with him as we drive innovation, enhance customer value, and further strengthen our position in the general insurance industry.”
On his appointment Shri Mohd. Arif Khan said, “I am delighted to be a part of SBI General Insurance family. India’s general insurance sector offers tremendous potential for transformative growth, and I see great opportunity for SBI General to lead the way. I look forward to building a superior customer experience, delivering profitable growth, introducing innovative products to evolving needs and expanding our footprint in underserved markets. My focus will be on creating meaningful value for our customers, stakeholders, and the communities we serve.”
Shri Arif Khan holds a postgraduate degree in Mathematics and is a Certified Information Systems Auditor (ISACA, USA). He holds a PGDFA in Advanced Wealth Management (IIBF) and RMAI certificate course on Risk Management & Affiliate of Risk Management Association of India. His appointment underscores SBI General’s commitment to strengthening its leadership team and delivering excellence in insurance products and services to its valued customers.
About SBI General Insurance
SBI General Insurance, one of the fastest-growing private general insurance firms, backed by the robust support of SBI upholds a legacy of trust and security. We position ourselves as India’s most trusted general insurer amidst a dynamic landscape. Since our establishment in 2009, our expansion has been substantial, growing from 17 branches in 2011 to a nationwide presence of over 145 branches. In FY 2024-25, SBI General Insurance reported a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of INR 14,140 crores, recording a YOY growth of 11.1%.
The company received numerous prestigious accolades, showcasing its excellence across various domains. Key honors include being named the winner in the Large General Insurance category at the Mint BFSI Summit & Awards, the 3rd InsureNext Awards 2024 for Best Claims Settlement, and India’s Best General Insurer of the Year at the 7th Insurance Conclave Awards. At the India Insurance Summit & Awards 2024, the company secured titles for General Insurance Company of the Year and Leading Implementer of Analytics Technology in Insurance. Additionally, it was honored as the Best BFSI Brand at the ET NOW Best BFSI Brands Conclave 2024 and included in BW BusinessWorld’s India’s Most Respected Companies. Certified as a Great Place to Work in 2024, the company also excelled at the ETBFSI Exceller Awards 2024 with recognition for Best Claims Management in Insurance and Best CSR Campaign of the Year, further highlighting its commitment to social responsibility and innovation.
With a team of 8,000+ employees and our multi-distribution model covering Bancassurance, Agency, Broking, Retail Direct Channels, and Digital collaborations, we are committed to providing both Suraksha and Bharosa to all our consumers. Leveraging a vast network of over 22,518+ that includes, SBI branches, agents, financial alliances, OEMs, and digital partners, we extend our services to even the most remote areas of India. Our offerings cater to Retail, Corporate, SME and Rural segments, and our diverse product portfolio ensures accessibility through both digital and physical channels.
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