Amit Palta joins Kotak Life as Deputy Managing Director - Designate

Prior to this, Amit Palta was Chief Product & Distribution Officer at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance

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Published: Jun 4, 2026 12:26 PM  | 1 min read
Amit Palta Appointed Deputy Managing Director at Kotak Life
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  • Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance has appointed Amit Palta as Deputy Managing Director - Designate.
  • Mahesh Balasubramanian, MD & CEO of Kotak Life, expressed confidence in Palta's leadership experience and customer-focused strategies to enhance the company's market position.
  • Amit Palta brings 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, previously serving as Chief Product & Distribution Officer at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance.
  • Palta expressed enthusiasm about joining Kotak Life, highlighting the company's strong fundamentals and commitment to long-term value.

Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance has appointed Amit Palta as Deputy Managing Director - Designate. 

Commenting on the appointment, Mahesh Balasubramanian, MD & CEO, Kotak Life, said: “We are delighted to welcome Amit to Kotak Life. His leadership experience across banking & insurance, with a strong track record in building high-performing distribution ecosystems and driving customer-focused strategies, will help us further strengthen our market position, enhance customer value and deliver sustainable growth.”


Amit Palta, Deputy MD - Designate, Kotak Life, said: “Delighted to join Kotak Life at a defining time for the life insurance industry. The company’s strong fundamentals, clarity of purpose and disciplined approach to building long-term value make it uniquely positioned. I look forward to being part of this journey.”

Palta has spent 30 years in the financial services industry. 

Prior to this, Amit served as Chief Product & Distribution Officer at ICICI Prudential Life Insurance. 

His prior experience includes senior leadership roles at ICICI Bank.

Published On: Jun 4, 2026 12:26 PM