Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity

Standard Chartered Bank Nepal Limited (SCBNL) has been operating in Nepal since 1987, when it was first registered as a joint-venture institution. Currently, it is a key member of the Standard Chartered Group, holding a 70.21 per cent ownership stake, while the remaining 29.79 per cent is owned by the Nepali public. It is also listed on the Nepal Stock Exchange. SCBNL is the only international bank operating in Nepal and has achieved the prestigious [ICRANP-IR] AAA rating for the sixth consecutive year, recognising its commitment to timely servicing of financial obligations.

Globally, we are a leading international banking group, with a presence in 54 of the world’s most dynamic markets. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, and our heritage and values are expressed in our brand promise, here for good. We serve businesses that are the engines of global growth, helping clients invest and manage finances safely and seamlessly. Our unique geographical footprint connects global markets allowing us to build a bank unlike any other with diverse capabilities and partnerships that truly sets us apart.

In Nepal, SCBNL operates a robust domestic network with 18 points of representation across all seven provinces with a dedicated team of over 497 staff. Our points of representation include 14 branches and 4 extension counters nationwide. In addition, with 23 ATMs strategically located throughout the country where we operate, we ensure that our customers have convenient access to our banking services.

SCBNL has two verticals, in line with our global structure where Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) deals with Corporate Clients and Financial Institutions (FIs), and Wealth & Retail Banking (WRB) focuses on Retail and SME clients.

SCBNL empowers clients by equipping them with the tools needed to manage finances effectively, whether as individuals saving for the future or as corporations seeking to expand their operations. With a strong foundation, robust capital framework and technologies supporting future advancements, the Bank is committed to support financial aspirations of our clients. We offer a comprehensive range of banking products and services tailored to various client segments. Our diverse clientele includes—individuals, mid-market local corporations, multinational companies, large public sector entities, government corporations, and development organisations—aid agencies and International Non-Government Organisations (INGOs) and Non-Government Organisations (NGOs). Each of these segments benefit from our client-focused approach, which is designed to meet individual financial needs and ambitions.

As a pioneer in delivering client-focused solutions with a human touch, the Bank strives to maintain its leading role in the Nepali banking industry. Notably, SCBNL was the first bank to initiate Anti-Money Laundering (AML) policies and standards to enforce Know Your Customer (KYC) procedures for all customer accounts and segments, setting a benchmark for compliance and trust. We also have consistently introduced innovative solutions to enhance customer experience.

We believe, our staff are one of our major assets to create value for our clients. Innovative products, thought leadership, creative ideas and efficiency initiatives are all proactive measures initiated from our teams to set our brand apart. The Bank prioritises investing in people by cultivating future—ready skills and fostering an inclusive, innovative culture. Our refreshed approach to performance, reward, and recognition emphasises ambition, collaboration, and innovation, ensuring that our employees feel valued and motivated. We are dedicated to increasing opportunities for reskilling and upskilling, aligning our workforce’s aspirations with future roles that support our business strategy.

Strengthening our leadership capabilities is also a key focus, achieved through modernised development programmes and measurement platforms designed to enhance effectiveness. Additionally, we prioritise employee wellbeing, furthering resilience, productivity, and performance while offering progressive, purpose-led benefits that cater to diverse needs. By creating an environment that not only nurtures our employees, but also emphasises delivering shareholder value, we are committed to achieving sustainable growth.

We also prioritise innovation by digitising our core operations, leveraging partnerships for broader reach, and developing new business models through ventures. Our focus includes modernising technology and data management systems, enhancing client experiences, and improving operational resilience through exploration and experimentation. We also seek to strengthen our capabilities and onboard new clients by collaborating with strategic partners. Furthermore, we are committed to building, launching, and scaling innovative ventures that align with the needs of our clients.

• Venugopal Ranganathan – Chairperson
• Vidya Kumar – Director
• Avinash Agrawal – Director
• Siddhant Raj Pandey – Director
• Gorakh Rana – Director

• Gorakh Rana – Chief Executive Officer
• Sarbendra Mishra – Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Head, Treasury Markets
• Gopi Krishna Bhandari – Company Secretary
• Arnab Roy Choudhury – Head, Wealth and Retail Banking
• Sanjay Pant – Chief Compliance Officer & Chief Risk Officer
• Md. Yasir Arafin – Chief Financial Officer
• Michael Siddhi – Head, Transaction Banking
• Rajan Udas – Head, Human Resources
• Yemi Karki – Senior Manager Credit
• Sujit Shrestha – Chief Technology & Operations Officer & WRB COO
• Alina Singh Rajbhandary Shrestha – Head, Corporate Affairs, Brand & Marketing
• Kabir Tamrakar – Head, Audit

• Chairperson – Vidya Kumar, Director
• Member- Gopi Krishna Bhandari, Company Secretary
• Member Secretary- Country Head of Audit

• Chairperson – Siddhant Raj Pandey, Director
• Member – Vidya Kumar, Director
• Member – Chief Technology & Operating Officer
• Member Secretary – Chief Risk Officer

• Chairperson –  Avinash Agrawal, Director
• Member – Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Risk Officer
• Member Secretary – Head, FCC