Canara Bank on Monday announced that Brajesh Kumar Singh has assumed charge as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the bank.

As per the Government of India notification dated May 30, 2026, his appointment will be effective until April 30, 2029 (the date of his superannuation) or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

“Under Mr. Singh’s leadership, Canara Bank would continue to focus on accelerating digital transformation, expanding financial inclusion, maintaining robust asset quality, enhancing customer experience, and creating sustainable value for all stakeholders,” the bank said.

Mr. Singh has over three decades of banking experience across diverse domains, including corporate credit, retail banking, human resources, business development, and strategic operations. Prior to joining Canara Bank, he served as Executive Director of Indian Bank.

His appointment follows the recommendation of the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) and the subsequent approval of the Appointment Committee of the Cabinet. He is an Agriculture graduate from Allahabad Agriculture Institute and has completed MBA in Finance. He is also a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB). He has also done an Executive Leadership Development Programme at the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bangalore.

Mr. Singh succeeds K. Satyanarayana Raju, who completed his tenure as MD & CEO on December 31, 2025.