Bengaluru, May 5, 2025: In a major endorsement of its commitment to sustainable and inclusive finance, Muthoot Microfin Limited has secured an outstanding ESG score of 72.2 and has been rated CareEdge-ESG 1, the highest rating tier by CARE ESG Ratings Limited – SEBI licensed ESG Rating Provider. This puts Muthoot Microfin among India's ESG leaders in the financial services sector—setting benchmarks for ethical governance, community-centric finance, and responsible growth. Muthoot Microfin has outperformed industry medians across ESG Pillars. The rating has placed the company in the 'Leadership' position in managing ESG Risk through best-in-class disclosures, policies, and performance. It is also the highest ever ESG rating score given by CARE for this industry.