Mr. Srinivasa Rao is holding the position of Dy. Managing Director and Chief Risk Officer (DMD & CRO) at State Bank of India. He joined the State Bank of India in 1990 as Probationary Officer.  During his tenure with the Bank, he has worked in various areas viz—risk, Credit and Subsidiaries, etc.

Mr Srinivasa Rao is a Master of Science (Chemistry) and is a Chartered Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers (CAIIB), Professional Risk Manager (PRM). He has also received a Certificate in Risk and Financial Services from CISI London.

Prior to his elevation to the position of DMD, Mr Srinivasa Rao headed Risk Management Dept. at Corporate Centre, Mumbai. He was responsible for Managing the Risk Management aspect of the Bank covering Credit, Market, Operational and Pillar II risks. He has been instrumental in developing a robust Risk culture and skills in SBI through awareness and training. He is a member of the Board of IACPM, New York.