Mumbai, Maharashtra, India, December 2025 — HDFC Bank has announced the elevation of Amit Kalekar to the position of Senior Vice President, marking a key milestone in his professional journey within the organization. In this role, Amit continues to drive growth across Commercial Cards, B2B Payments, and Digital Platforms, reinforcing HDFC Bank’s leadership in transaction banking and corporate payment solutions.
With over two decades of experience across India’s leading financial institutions, Amit brings deep expertise in product strategy, digital innovation, and strategic partnerships. During his tenure at HDFC Bank, he has played a pivotal role in expanding the bank’s commercial card portfolio, launching digital payment platforms, and delivering seamless solutions for enterprise clients. His elevation underscores his continued contributions toward driving innovation and scalability in the B2B payments ecosystem.
Before joining HDFC Bank, Amit held senior roles across the banking landscape. As Product Head – Commercial Cards at Axis Bank, he led end-to-end product management and partnership initiatives. At Kotak Mahindra Bank and ICICI Bank, he contributed to the development of debit card and digital payment programs, focusing on product growth and customer experience. His early professional years at Artha Payment Solutions and The Arvind Mills Limited provided a strong foundation in business development and consultative sales.
Amit holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Marketing from the Symbiosis Institute of Business Management, Pune, where he graduated with First Class with Distinction.
About HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector bank, serves over 92 million customers through an extensive network of 8,919 branches and 21,031 ATMs across 3,836 cities and towns as of August 2024. Promoted by Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC), the bank began operations in 1995 with a mission to be a world-class Indian bank. Following its merger with HDFC Ltd in 2023, the bank has strengthened its position in the financial ecosystem, offering a comprehensive suite of services spanning retail, corporate, and digital banking. Through its CSR initiative Parivartan, HDFC Bank continues to make a meaningful social impact in areas such as education, healthcare, skills training, and sustainable livelihoods.
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