Canara Bank has appointed Brajesh Kumar Singh as its Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately, following approval from the Government of India.
According to a government notification dated May 30, 2026, Singh will serve as MD and CEO until April 30, 2029, the date of his superannuation, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
A seasoned banker with more than three decades of experience, Singh has held leadership roles across corporate credit, retail banking, human resources, business development, and strategic operations. Prior to joining Canara Bank, he served as Executive Director at Indian Bank, where he played a key role in driving business growth, strengthening governance frameworks, and advancing digital and operational transformation initiatives.
His appointment follows the recommendation of the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) and subsequent approval by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet.
Singh succeeds K. Satyanarayana Raju, whose tenure as MD and CEO concluded on December 31, 2025.
An agriculture graduate from Allahabad Agriculture Institute, Singh holds an MBA in Finance and is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB).
With extensive experience across key banking functions, Singh is expected to steer Canara Bank’s growth strategy and strengthen its operational and digital capabilities in an increasingly competitive banking landscape.
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