SBI Named “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” by Global Finance

In a significant achievement for India’s banking sector, the State Bank of India (SBI) has been honoured with the “World’s Best Consumer Bank 2025” award by the international publication Global Finance. This recognition underscores SBI’s advances in digital banking, consumer outreach and financial inclusion.

Background of the Award

• Global Finance, a New York‑based magazine, annually recognises banks for excellence in performance, innovation and customer service.
• For 2025, SBI was awarded both “World’s Best Consumer Bank” and “Best Bank in India”, reaffirming its leadership in consumer banking and its role in transforming banking access in India.
• The award was presented during the annual World’s Best Banks ceremony held alongside the IMF–World Bank meetings in Washington, D.C.

Why SBI Was Chosen

Several factors contributed to SBI’s global recognition,

• Digital Banking Leadership: SBI has made significant strides in mobile banking, onboarding innovations, and voice banking in regional languages to enhance accessibility.
• Massive Customer Base: With over 520 million customers, and 65,000 new customers added daily, SBI manages one of the world’s largest banking networks.
• Consumer Focus: The bank has invested in AI-driven solutions and omnichannel models to provide a personalised and inclusive banking experience.
• Tech-Enabled Infrastructure: Its flagship mobile app serves over 100 million users, with 10 million daily active users, making it one of the most used financial apps in India.

Significance for India & Banking Sector

This recognition is a landmark moment for India’s banking industry,

• It boosts India’s global image as a country capable of creating large-scale, digitally advanced banking services.
• Demonstrates the potential of public sector banks to innovate and compete globally.
• Emphasises the growing importance of financial inclusion and digital transformation in the banking sector.
• Reinforces the relevance of technology and customer-centricity in modern banking operations.