Press Release

Karnataka Bank Ltd. Your Family Bank. Across India. Regd. & Head Office Phone : 0824-2228222 Post Box No.: 599 Mahaveera Circle E-Mail : comsec@ktk.bank.in Kankanady Website : www.karnatakabank.bank.in Mangaluru – 575 002 CIN : L85110KA1924PLC001128 SECRETARIAL DEPARTMENT HO:SEC:188:2026-27 12.10.2026 The Manager The Manager Listing Department Corporate Relationship Department National Stock Exchange of India Limited BSE Limited Exchange Plaza, C-1, Block G Phiroze Jeejeebhoy Towers Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (E) Dalal Street MUMBAI - 400051 MUMBAI - 400001 NSE Scrip Code: KTKBANK BSE Scrip Code: 532652 Madam / Dear Sir, Sub: Press Release – Karnataka Bank launches “Trade Konnect” – A Digital platform for Import, Export & Outward Remittance Transactions Pursuant to Regulation 30 and other applicable provisions of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, we enclose herewith a copy of the press communiqué released by the Bank on 12.10.2026 on the subject matter. This is for your kind information and dissemination. Yours faithfully, Sham K Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Regd. & Head Office Phone :0824-2228515 P. B. No.599, Mahaveera Circle E-Mail : pr@ktk.bank.in Kankanady Website : www.karnatakabank.bank.in Mangaluru - 575 002 CIN :L85110KA1924PLC001128 MEDIA MARKETING & PUBLIC RELATIONS DEPARTMENT HO/MM&PR/PR/No.16/OR.No. 901/2026-27 Date: 12-10-2026 PRESS RELEASE Karnataka Bank Launches "Trade Konnect" - A Digital Platform For Import, Export & Outward Remittance Transactions. Karnataka Bank announced the launch of Trade Konnect, a digital platform that enables customers to submit requests for import, export transactions and outward cross border remittances online, anytime, anywhere eliminating the need for physical branch visits. The platform was formally launched by Shri Raghavendra S Bhat, Managing Director & CEO of Karnataka Bank, through a virtual ceremony held at the Bank1s Head Office in Mangaluru. Speaking on the occasion Shri Raghavendra S Bhat, Managing Director & CEO of the Bank said: "Implementing the digital platform 'Trade Konnect' for online submission of forex transaction and cross-border outward remittance requests is a significant step towards enhancing customer experience and accelerating the Bank1s digital transformation. The platform is designed to support the evolving requirements of businesses engaged in international trade and individuals undertaking foreign remittances by providing a seamless, secure and efficient digital channel. Customer Page 1 of 2 convenience and improving the ease of doing transactions will be at the forefront of our digital approach which will further enhance value to our customers." Speaking about the platform, Smt. Biji S S, Executive Director added: "The Bank is focused on leveraging technology to make banking simpler, faster and more accessible to our customers. This digital platform provides a convenient way for our customers to submit requests for key cross border trade and remittance transactions, reinforcing our vision of delivering an enhanced digital banking experience." The event was attended by Smt. Biji S S, Executive Director, Shri Chandrashekar, Chief Business Officer, Shri Raja B. S., Chief Operating Officer along with other senior executives of the Bank. Shri. Jai Shah, Co-Founder & Director-Sales of the technology partner for the platform, M/s. Kyzer Software (India) Pvt. Ltd., was also present on the occasion. Pallavi T.S CHIEF MANAGER & PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER Page 2 of 2