SBI General Insurance sees strong Q1 FY26 growth, outpacing rivals. The company reported a 21.5 percent increase in topline and Rs 3250 crores in Gross Written Premium (GWP). It also improved its private market share to 6.19 percent and saw profits before tax hit Rs 249 crores, with a loss ratio improvement to 81.7 percent

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SBI General Insurance, one of India's leading general insurance companies, announced its financial results for Q1 FY26, posting a topline growth of 21.5%, significantly higher than the industry (Private & SAHI) growth of 6.2%, marking the Company as one of the fastest-growing general insurers in the country. The Company reported a Gross Written Premium (GWP) of INR 3250 crores, maintaining its upward momentum. Excluding the impact of the 1/n accounting norm, the GWP of the Company grew by 25.6% for Q1 FY26.
The Company gained a 78 basis points improvement in private market share, reaching 6.19%, reflecting growing customer preference and an expanding footprint across key markets. The Profit Before Tax (PBT) stood at INR 249 crores, while the loss ratio improved significantly from 86.2% to 81.7%, indicating stronger portfolio quality and disciplined underwriting. Continuing to outpace industry growth, the company reported a Profit After Tax (PAT) of INR 188 crores. The solvency ratio stood at 2.08, well above the regulatory requirement, demonstrating strong financial stability.
SBI General Insurance continues to lead the Personal Accident (PA) segment, maintaining its position as the No. 1 private insurer. The company gained market share in the key categories of Health by 72 bps, Motor by 47 bps, and Personal Accident by 49 bps. The Health and Motor Insurance lines of business remain key growth drivers, while other segments, such as Fire, Engineering, and Liability, have also contributed significantly to the growth. This growth has been propelled by rising awareness, increased demand for comprehensive coverage, growing digital adoption, and supportive government policies.