VinFast Auto India, the Indian arm of the global electric vehicle brand VinFast, has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Central Bank of India (CBI), one of the country’s largest banks, to offer retail financing through VinFast’s exclusive dealer network.
This partnership is designed to deliver a comprehensive range of credit solutions, making it easier for customers to own VinFast EVs. Benefits include customized financing options with competitive interest rates, flexible repayment plans, zero processing fees, exclusive deals, and priority services available across VinFast’s full lineup of vehicles.
To enhance customer convenience, dedicated Central Bank of India representatives will be stationed at all VinFast showrooms to provide on-the-spot assistance, ensuring a smooth and accessible EV ownership experience for a broader segment of Indian buyers.
By leveraging Central Bank of India’s vast network of 4,552 branches and over 21,000 touchpoints nationwide, VinFast aims to extend its reach into both urban centers and emerging markets. This partnership aligns with VinFast’s broader mission to accelerate the adoption of sustainable mobility solutions in India—one of the fastest-growing EV markets globally.
This agreement underscores VinFast’s commitment to simplifying the path to electric mobility for Indian consumers. Through competitive financing options and seamless support, VinFast seeks to enable more customers to experience its EVs at a time when electric mobility is rapidly expanding and becoming an integral part of the nation’s transportation future.
The MoU was formally signed by Mr. Pham Sanh Chau and Mr. Vivek Kumar, General Manager – Retail Assets Department, Central Bank of India, in the esteemed presence of Central Bank of India’s Executive Directors: Mr. Vivek Wahi, Mr. M V Murali Krishna, and Mr. Mahendra Dohare.
Mr. Pham Sanh Chau, CEO of VinFast Asia, said, “Our collaboration with the Central Bank of India, the one of nation’s largest and most trusted nationalised bank, is a significant step in building a strong foundation for VinFast’s growth in India. Central Bank of India’s unmatched reach and credibility, combined with our premium electric vehicle portfolio, will make VinFast vehicles more accessible to customers across urban and rural markets. This partnership will not only offer convenient and competitive financing solutions, but also extend the brand’s presence to a broader audience, enabling a seamless and holistic EV ownership journey”
Shri Vivek Wahi, Executive Director, Central Bank of India, said: “As India marches towards Net Zero Emission vision, clean energy and innovative finance will be one of the driving forces towards the Net Zero Emission. Our alliance with VinFast reinforces our commitment to environmental-friendly clean energy initiative leading to expansion of eco-friendly Electric Cars. The Bank is expanding fast in cleaner energy initiative with an overall green portfolio of ₹4,200 crore as of June 2025. As of August 2025, we have mobilized over ₹295 crore under our Green Deposit segment and plan to extend ₹1,600 crore in green finance during FY 2025–26. This alliance is a step ahead to the cleaner India dreams”
As VinFast launches its VF 6 and VF 7 models, this agreement highlights the company’s ongoing efforts to establish a strong and customer-focused footprint in India. VinFast has also recently inaugurated its EV assembly plant in Tamil Nadu, marking a significant milestone in its long-term growth strategy.
