Ujjivan SFB Ranks #8 Among India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026

Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (Ujjivan SFB) has secured the 8th position among the Top 100 India’s Best Companies to Work For 2026 by Great Place To Work® India, marking a major leap in its workplace rankings. In addition to this top-ten overall achievement, the bank has been named among the Top 25 in India’s Best Workplaces in BFSI 2026 and the Top 10 in India’s Best Workplaces in Health & Wellness 2026. Having earned Great Place To Work® recognition for 16 consecutive years (spanning 2009 to 2016 for UFSL and 2017 to 2026 for USFB), the bank continues to validate its enduring people-first philosophy.

Leadership Perspectives on Workplace Culture:
Ms. Chandralekha Chaudhuri, Head of Human Resources at Ujjivan SFB, noted that the ranking holds special significance because it is derived directly from authentic employee feedback and experiences. Highlighting that the milestone reflects the trust placed by personnel in the organization, she expressed deep gratitude to every employee whose voice and contributions shaped the achievement. The bank’s leadership emphasized that as the institution continues its growth trajectory, it remains firmly dedicated to nurturing a transparent, trusted corporate culture.

Pillars of Organizational Excellence and Employee Welfare:
Ujjivan SFB’s rise in the rankings is supported by several core cultural and operational pillars implemented through FY 2025–26:

Empowering Growth & Continuous Learning: The bank achieved 99% LMS adoption, delivering over 48 learning hours per employee via structured learning and leadership programs.

Inclusive Opportunities & Diversity: Cultivating a diverse talent pool, the bank maintains 56% women representation on the Board and 20% women in top management.

Employee Listening & Engagement: Utilizing AI-powered feedback tools, leadership town halls, and dedicated employee forums, the bank achieved a 93% GPTW Trust Index.

Recognition & Career Development: Employees are supported through internal career mobility, continuous recognition practices, and robust leadership tracks.

Holistic Wellbeing & Care: Comprehensive health, medical, and mental wellbeing initiatives support over 26,500 employees and their families across India.