Vivek Manchanda has been appointed as Head – Alliances & Partnerships at the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) for its flagship digital payments platform, BHIM. In his new role, he is spearheading the development of BHIM 3.0, aimed at enhancing India’s first Third-Party Application Provider (TPAP) platform for seamless and secure digital payments. He is also driving strategic collaborations to expand BHIM’s market reach, accelerate user adoption, and strengthen its position in the competitive payments ecosystem.
At NPCI, Vivek is overseeing the implementation of BHIM Vega and BHIM Vishwas plug-ins, designed to improve transaction efficiency and user experience. His focus is on creating innovative payment solutions that not only meet evolving consumer needs but also contribute to the growth of India’s digital economy.
Before joining NPCI, Vivek served as National Head – Digital Banking Sales, Alliances & Partnerships at YES BANK for nearly six years. There, he led a pan-India team, managed a portfolio of over 42 digital products including UPI, eRupi, CBDC, and merchant solutions, and built a Current Account book exceeding INR 100 billion. His tenure was marked by strong fintech collaborations, innovative payment product launches, and consistent revenue growth.
Vivek’s career spans over two decades across leading financial institutions including IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, HSBC, ICICI Bank, and HDFC Limited. His expertise ranges from custody and escrow services to structured trade, forex, and large-scale digital payment solutions. An alumnus of the Indian School of Business, National University of Singapore, and K J Somaiya Institute of Management, Vivek brings a strong blend of strategic vision, operational excellence, and market insight to his new role at NPCI.