When was Chanda Kochhar born?

Chanda Kochhar was born on 17 November 1961 in Jodhpur.

What positions has Chanda Kochhar held?

Positions held by Chanda Kochhar include: chief executive officer (since May 2009); director (since April 2006).

Where did Chanda Kochhar study?

Chanda Kochhar was educated at Jai Hind College, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies.

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Chanda Kochhar

Indian businesswoman

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Chanda Kochhar (née Advani, born 17 November 1961) is an Indian banker. She was the MD and CEO of ICICI Bank from 2009 to 2018 She resigned from her positions in 2018 due a case of conflict of interest. Subsequently, she was fired by ICICI Bank, a decision which was later upheld by the Supreme Court of India.

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Born: 17 November 1961 wd
Place of birth: Jodhpur wd
Citizenship: India wd
Occupation: businessperson, entrepreneur, banker wd
Education: Jai Hind College, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies wd

Positions held wd

chief executive officer (since May 2009)
director (since April 2006)

Awards wd

Padma Bhushan

About

Kochhar is facing allegations of money laundering charges in India. She has been arrested by Central Bureau of Investigation in December 2022, in a case linked to alleged loan fraud charges. In 2019, the case has been filed for giving high-value loans to Videocon with conspiracy during 2009.

Questions

When was Chanda Kochhar born?: Chanda Kochhar was born on 17 November 1961 in Jodhpur.
What positions has Chanda Kochhar held?: Positions held by Chanda Kochhar include: chief executive officer (since May 2009); director (since April 2006).
Where did Chanda Kochhar study?: Chanda Kochhar was educated at Jai Hind College, Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies.

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Last updated 31 October 2026 · facts checked 7 November 2026

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