Tripura Gramin Bank (TGB) secured the second-best performer position among 28 Regional Rural Banks under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) during the APY Annual Felicitation Programme 2026 held in New Delhi on May 20. The recognition highlighted the bank’s strong performance in pension enrolment and rural financial inclusion across Tripura.
Quick Glance
- Tripura Gramin Bank ranked second among 28 Regional Rural Banks in India under APY.
- The award ceremony took place at ITC Maurya on May 20, 2026.
- The bank achieved 27,787 active APY enrolments against a target of 15,000 in FY 2025-26.
- Satyendra Singh received the award on behalf of the bank.
Tripura Gramin Bank Earns National Recognition for APY Performance
In a major achievement for Tripura’s banking sector, Tripura Gramin Bank has secured the second position nationally among 28 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) under the Atal Pension Yojana (APY). The recognition came during the APY Annual Felicitation Programme 2026 organized by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority in New Delhi.
The event took place at ITC Maurya on May 20. Senior officials from the Government of India, banking institutions, and financial organizations attended the programme.
The award acknowledged the bank’s outstanding contribution to pension enrolment and financial inclusion initiatives in rural regions of Tripura.
Chairman Satyendra Singh Receives Award
Chairman of Tripura Gramin Bank, Satyendra Singh, accepted the prestigious recognition during the ceremony. The event witnessed the presence of several top officials from the Union Government and the financial sector.
Prominent dignitaries included M. Nagaraju and Sanjay Lohia.
Officials praised the efforts of Regional Rural Banks in extending social security schemes to underserved and rural populations across India.
Strong APY Performance Over Four Financial Years
Tripura Gramin Bank has consistently exceeded its targets under the Atal Pension Yojana. The bank maintained strong growth in subscriber enrolments over the last four financial years.
APY Achievement Record of Tripura Gramin Bank
| Financial Year | Achievement Percentage |
|---|---|
| FY 2022-23 | 203% |
| FY 2023-24 | 197% |
| FY 2024-25 | 351% |
| FY 2025-26 | 185% |
The bank’s performance during FY 2024-25 stood out with an exceptional 351 percent achievement rate. Even in FY 2025-26, the bank significantly surpassed its assigned target.
Over 27,000 Active APY Enrolments Achieved
During the financial year 2025-26, Tripura Gramin Bank registered 27,787 active APY subscribers against the official target of 15,000 enrolments.
The achievement reflected the bank’s aggressive outreach strategy in rural and semi-urban areas. Bank officials actively promoted pension awareness among low-income families, farmers, daily wage earners, and workers in the unorganized sector.
The Atal Pension Yojana aims to provide guaranteed pension benefits to citizens after retirement. The scheme mainly targets economically weaker sections and workers outside formal employment systems.
Tripura Gramin Bank’s strong performance demonstrated its commitment to expanding social security coverage in remote parts of the state.
Focus on Financial Inclusion in Rural Tripura
The recognition also underlined the bank’s role in strengthening financial inclusion in Tripura. The institution has expanded banking access and social welfare awareness in rural communities through continuous campaigns and customer outreach programmes.
Officials stated that branch employees and field-level staff played a major role in increasing APY enrolments across districts of Tripura. Their efforts helped many rural residents understand the importance of long-term pension planning and financial security.
The bank has also improved its public image through consistent implementation of government-backed welfare schemes.
Industry observers believe the award will further boost the confidence of banking professionals working in the rural banking sector in the North East.
Recognition Reflects Teamwork and Dedication
Bank officials described the national-level recognition as a result of coordinated teamwork and dedication by employees, officers, and stakeholders across all branches.
They said the award would encourage the institution to further improve customer outreach and strengthen financial services in underserved areas of Tripura.
The achievement has added another milestone to the growing reputation of Tripura Gramin Bank in India’s rural banking landscape.
People Also Ask (FAQ)
Q. What award did Tripura Gramin Bank receive in 2026?
Tripura Gramin Bank secured the second-best performer position among 28 Regional Rural Banks under the Atal Pension Yojana during the APY Annual Felicitation Programme 2026.
Q. How many APY enrolments did Tripura Gramin Bank achieve in FY 2025-26?
The bank achieved 27,787 active enrolments against the target of 15,000 during FY 2025-26.
Q. Who organized the APY Annual Felicitation Programme 2026?
The programme was organized by the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) in New Delhi.