Burnout epidemic grips Indian BFSI workforce as stress levels rise across banks and insurers

A new report on workplace health found that 62 percent of employees in India’s banking, financial services, and insurance sector experience severe burnout, citing long hours and performance pressure. Experts including Dr. Rati Chandra warned that chronic stress is eroding productivity and retention rates. Surveys across leading private and public institutions revealed growing cases of emotional exhaustion and absenteeism. Industry bodies have urged banks to prioritize structured mental health frameworks, flexible work hours, and leadership training to combat systemic fatigue and rebuild employee well-being.