DJT Microfinance Raises INR 130 Cr to Expand Across New Markets

DJT Microfinance secures INR 130 crore funding from Public Sector Bank and leading NBFCs, to expand portfolio in existing and new geographies

New Delhi, Dec 23: Signalling renewed market confidence and sector momentum, DJT Microfinance, one of India’s rapidly growing microfinance institutions committed to advancing financial inclusion, has secured funding of ₹130 crore from Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and leading Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). This strategic funding will support the company’s expansion plans and enhance its ability to provide affordable credit to underbanked and underserved communities.

The funding will be utilized to strengthen the company’s lending portfolio, expand operations across new geographies, invest in digital infrastructure, and further improve service delivery to micro-entrepreneurs, small traders, and low-income households. It will significantly enhance the company’s capacity to serve more customers, empower small entrepreneurs, and drive sustainable economic growth at the grassroots level.

Mr. Avinash Kumar, COO, DJT Microfinance said,

“The renewed confidence from PSBs and leading NBFCs reinforces our strong fundamentals and our commitment to serving underserved communities. This funding will significantly enhance our on-ground capacity, allowing us to reach more customers, empower micro-entrepreneurs, and deepen financial inclusion across emerging markets. As the sector witnesses a healthy revival, we remain focused on sustainable growth.”

Underscoring the sector’s continued role in supporting livelihoods, 91% of microfinance loans have been utilised for income generation as per recent industry reports. As of end-September 2025, the industry’s total portfolio outstanding stands at ₹2.90 lakh crore, supporting over 9 crore active loans and 5.5 crore unique borrowers according to Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

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