The Indian Banks’ Association has appointed Atul Kumar Goel as its new Chief Executive (CE) to head the organization, who will bring his banking experience to the association. Goel has more than three decades of experience in the banking sector and his leadership comes at a critical time for India’s financial services industry. Goel is a Chartered Accountant by education and has worked in senior positions in several large Indian banks. His career includes leadership positions at Allahabad Bank, Union Bank of India and UCO Bank. He was particularly active as the Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Punjab National Bank (PNB) from February 2022 to December 2024, during which he contributed significantly to enhancing financial stability, risk management and digital banking services. Goel has also been involved with the IBA and has served as its Chairman for two consecutive terms in 2021-22 and 2022-23. His role in policy formulation and banking reforms has made him a vocal supporter of the sector’s development. He takes over from Sunil Mehta, who headed the IBA from 2020 to 2024, which supported digital transformation and regulatory reform. The IBA is expected to continue to prioritize policy advocacy, digital banking innovations and financial inclusion under Goel’s leadership. Some of the areas he plans to focus on include the modernization of banking services, the improvement of risk management and the promotion of cooperation between public and private banks. Goel’s vast experience and strategic vision will be important in strengthening India’s banking sector as the new CE.
Indian Banks’ Association Welcomes Atul Kumar Goel as Chief Executive
