NSE: CENTRALBK · 26 October 2026
- Central Bank of India shares traded positively on Monday, gaining 0.90% to close at ₹29.09 compared to its previous close of ₹28.83. The stock moved within a daily range of ₹28.26 and ₹29.24 after opening slightly lower at ₹28.66.
- Central Bank of India announced that its RTGS outward system has been fully restored and is operational across all channels following an earlier technical issue observed in its localized server environment. The bank reiterated that no customer suffered any financial loss during the disruption. Necessary remedial measures were undertaken to ensure the security and integrity of its banking systems.
- Trading volume was 1.43 times the 20-day average daily volume.
Why is Central Bank of India share price rising on 26 October 2026?
Central Bank of India shares traded positively on Monday, gaining 0.90% to close at ₹29.09 compared to its previous close of ₹28.83. The stock moved within a daily range of ₹28.26 and ₹29.24 after opening slightly lower at ₹28.66.
The broader market demonstrated positive momentum, with the Nifty benchmark advancing 0.68%. Against this backdrop, Central Bank of India's session recovery aligns with active retail and institutional participation in the cash segment, helping the stock bounce modestly after enduring a 5-day return decline of -5.93% and a 20-day return drop of -6.86%.
On the corporate front, the bank announced on October 26, 2026, that its RTGS outward system had been fully restored and was operational across all channels following a technical issue in its localized server environment between October 15 and October 17, 2026. The bank previously confirmed that no customer suffered financial losses due to the incident, providing operational clarity as markets digested the resolution alongside its recent solid second-quarter financial performance.
79.64 lakh shares traded by 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST. This compares with a 20-day average daily volume of 55.62 lakh shares (1.43 times). The five-day average daily volume was 67.45 lakh shares. Separately, the NSE report for 26 October 2026 showed 29.20 lakh shares delivered, representing 36.67% of that day’s traded volume. The same report recorded 26,394 trades.
The stock gained 0.90% on above-average trading volumes (1.43x the 20-day average) and a 36.67% delivery rate, reflecting a technical rebound from recent downward pressure. This price action coincided with the bank's announcement confirming the full restoration of its RTGS outward system without any customer financial loss.
Latest Company Developments
Central Bank of India announced that its RTGS outward system has been fully restored and is operational across all channels following an earlier technical issue observed in its localized server environment. The bank reiterated that no customer suffered any financial loss during the disruption. Necessary remedial measures were undertaken to ensure the security and integrity of its banking systems.
Provides reassurance to customers and regulators regarding the operational stability and recovery of critical payment infrastructure.
The bank reported a 21.10% year-on-year increase in net profit to ₹1,469 crore for the quarter ended September 30, 2026, alongside a 26.28% rise in Net Interest Income to ₹4,146 crore. Asset quality improved further, with Gross NPA decreasing by 62 basis points year-on-year to 2.39% and Net NPA standing at 0.31%. Total global business expanded by 20.54% to ₹8,89,541 crore.
Demonstrates healthy core earnings growth, margin expansion, and a stronger balance sheet with improving asset quality metrics.
The bank informed exchanges about a technical glitch observed in its RTGS outward system between October 15 and October 17, 2026. Affected systems were promptly isolated and shut down for investigation with leading technical experts, with the bank confirming zero financial loss to customers.
Ensures timely regulatory transparency regarding IT infrastructure incidents and subsequent containment measures.
a press release dated October 17, 2026, titled "Press Release on Performance of the Bank for the Second Quarter and Half year ended 30th September, 2026.".
on Launch of Bharat Connect for Business in partnership with NPCI Bharat Bill Pay Ltd. (NBBL).
Ownership & Transaction Activity
Mutual Fund Holdings
Mutual funds held 2.51% on 30 September 2026. This compares with 2.59% on 30 June 2026, a change of -0.08 percentage points.
The filing reported 17 MF/UTI holders.
What to Watch Next
- Execution of credit growth targets and maintenance of RAM (Retail, Agriculture, MSME) momentum
- Further updates on asset quality trends and Gross/Net NPA trajectory
- Stability and performance of digital banking and payment infrastructure channels
- Delivery volume trends and institutional participation levels relative to the 20-day average volume
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the latest Central Bank of India company news?
Central Bank of India announced that its RTGS outward system has been fully restored and is operational across all channels following an earlier technical issue observed in its localized server environment. The bank reiterated that no customer suffered any financial loss during the disruption. Necessary remedial measures were undertaken to ensure the security and integrity of its banking systems.
How strong was Central Bank of India’s trading volume?
79.64 lakh shares traded, 1.43 times the 20-day average daily volume. The price and volume data are dated 26 October 2026 · 03:30 PM IST.
Do the mutual-fund figures show buying today?
They show holdings on 30 September 2026. Quarterly holdings do not identify purchases made on the article date.
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