Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha is the Managing Director and CEO of SBI General Insurance. He is a seasoned professional with over three decades of extensive experience in the banking industry. Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha has been associated with State Bank of India since 1994 and has held various important functional and operational roles during his tenure, including Branch Management, Credit and Risk Management with a focus on SME Credit, HR & Administration, and Retail Banking.
He has excelled in numerous crucial roles such as Regional Manager, Deputy General Manager (CDS), Deputy General Manager (Cadre Management), General Manager of Network, and Chief General Manager of the Circle.

Prior to his current role at SBI General Insurance, Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha, Deputy Managing Director, State Bank of India, served as the Chief General Manager of Amaravati Circle, Andhra Pradesh. During his tenure as CGM of Amaravati Circle at SBI, he has achieved remarkable business growth, with significant contributions to sectors like Agri advances, REH advances, Retail (Personal) Advances, and SME advances. He has been recognized for his exceptional leadership, receiving accolades such as the Chairman Club in the Branch Manager category and the Regional Manager.

At SBI General Insurance, Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha is set to leverage his vast experience and business acumen to drive the company towards greater success. His emphasis on overall business strategy, operations, budgeting, and strategic growth aligns perfectly with the company’s mission of being a leading player in the industry.

Mr. Naveen Chandra Jha firmly believes that the engagement of human resources and customer centricity are key to the success of any organization. He has consistently worked towards ensuring that both employee satisfaction and customer experience are prioritized. His motto, “Great Numbers with Excellent Quality,” reflects his commitment to achieving outstanding results while maintaining high standards of service and operational excellence.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in science (B.Sc.), a bachelor’s in law (LLB), and a Post Graduate Diploma in Personnel Management.

His visionary leadership and industry expertise have been widely recognized. In 2024, Mr. Jha was honored with the prestigious ET Edge India’s Impactful CEO Award, acknowledging his significant contributions to the insurance industry and his role in shaping the organization’s success. Through his forward-looking approach and commitment to excellence, he continues to guide SBI General Insurance toward new milestones in innovation, customer service, and business expansion