DFCC Bank Secures Top Awards At CIPM Great HR Quiz

07 Feb, 2026

DFCC Bank achieved First Place in the Banking Sector and was named Overall Second Runners-Up at the Great HR Quiz organised by the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management (CIPM), competing against 75 teams across multiple rigorous assessment formats.

The Bank’s team demonstrated strong knowledge, teamwork, and resilience throughout the competition, reflecting DFCC Bank’s people-centric culture and commitment to continuous learning and professional excellence.

The winning team comprised Damith Weerasekara, Tiron Dhananjaya, Rozelle Perumal, and Shanya Pandithakoralage, whose performance highlighted collaboration, dedication, and a growth-oriented mindset.

The achievement reinforces DFCC Bank’s ongoing focus on talent development and fostering a culture that encourages learning, challenge, and excellence across the organisation.

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