Celebrating the Commencement of 32 Years of Service: Prime Cooperative Bank Ltd. Marks Foundation Day
Prime Cooperative Bank Ltd. (PCBL) celebrated its Foundation Day on November 14, 2025, entering its 32nd year of operations. Known for its strong cooperative values and high-tech banking approach, the bank announced major new services, highlighted its ₹4,000+ crore business achievement, and reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive growth across Gujarat.
Surat (Gujarat) [India], November 15: The Prime Cooperative Bank Ltd. (PCBL), a trusted pillar of South Gujarat’s financial landscape, celebrated its Foundation Day on November 14, 2025, marking the commencement of its 32nd year of distinguished service. From its inception, the bank has successfully blended the ethos of the cooperative movement with cutting-edge banking technology and has built more than three decades of trust, stability, and an unwavering commitment to the bank’s core philosophy: “Your Bank for You.”
The journey of Prime Cooperative Bank began on November 14, 1994, under the stewardship of the banking veteran the Late Shri Gokul Bakshi, The vision was clear: to create a member-centric financial institution that drives inclusive growth across Gujarat. Right from its inaugural year, the bank set itself apart, consistently maintaining a good audit grade rating—a testament to its robust governance and ethical operations.
The success story of PCBL is inextricably linked to its aggressive embrace of digital transformation, solidifying its identity as a “High-Tech Bank.” While retaining the personal touch of cooperative banking, the institution has pioneered the adoption of paperless services, Net Banking, Mobile Banking, and UPI integration. This focus on modernization has yielded exceptional financial results, positioning PCBL among the state’s top cooperative banks. As of the financial year 2024–25, the bank achieved a historic milestone, reporting a total business mix of more than ₹4,000 crore and maintaining a Net Non-Performing Asset (NPA) ratio of 0%, signaling pristine asset quality and effective risk management.
