Bahra University - Shimla Hills

Central Bank of India

PSBs Boost Non-Interest Income via Gold Loans and PSLC Sales in Q1

PSBs Boost Non-Interest Income via Gold Loans and PSLC Sales in Q1

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July 29, 2026

Driven by a fast-growing gold loan portfolio, public sector banks reported a sharp surge in non-interest income during the first quarter of FY27, making substantial profits through the sale of Priority Sector Lending Certificates (PSLCs).