New Delhi, Oct. 16 -- South Indian Bank reported an 8% year-on-year increase in net profit for the quarter ended September 30, 2025, reaching Rs.351.36 crore, up from Rs.324.69 crore in the same period last year. The bank's performance was marked by improvements in asset quality and a rise in non-interest income.

Net interest income (NII) for the quarter, however, declined 8% to Rs.808 crore. The bank reported a significant increase in non-interest income, which rose by 26% year-on-year to Rs.515.73 crore from Rs.410.12 crore.

The gross non-performing asset (GNPA) ratio improved, decreasing by 147 basis points year-on-year to 2.93% from 4.40%. The net non-performing asset (NNPA) ratio also saw a reduction, dropping by 75 basis points to...