# 30 leading critical infrastructure operators in Dhaka

Tamtam tracks 94 critical infrastructure operators headquartered in Dhaka. This list ranks the 30 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by BRAC Bank PLC, Grameenphone Ltd and banglalink. Their median headcount is 2,395. Half of them were founded in 1997 or later.

These critical infrastructure operators in Dhaka are primarily large financial institutions and telecommunications providers. The list includes major banks such as BRAC Bank PLC, which specializes in SMEs, City Bank, offering a wide range of services, and Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC, a pioneer in Islamic banking. Telecommunications companies like Grameenphone Ltd and banglalink also feature prominently, providing connectivity and technology solutions.

A clear pattern among these companies is their focus on domestic financial services and digital connectivity within Bangladesh. Many of the listed banks, including Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC. and Eastern Bank PLC., were founded in the 1990s and early 2000s, indicating a period of significant growth and establishment in these sectors.

🇧🇩 Dhaka · 30 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [BRAC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac-bank-plc) (bracbank.com)<br>A leading financial institution in Bangladesh specializing in SMEs, with a wide network of branches, ATMs, and subsidiaries offering various services | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 7,185 | 2001 |
| 2 | [Grameenphone Ltd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grameenphone-ltd) (grameenphone.com)<br>Delivers future-proof connectivity and innovative technology solutions while fostering employee development to facilitate individual progress and drive broad socio-economic transformation across society. | Telecommunications | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 7,158 | 1997 |
| 3 | [banglalink](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/banglalink) (banglalink.net)<br>A telecommunications company in Bangladesh, focused on digitalization and customer experience, part of a global provider serving millions of customers | Telecommunications | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 5,938 | 2005 |
| 4 | [bKash Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bkash-limited) (bkash.com)<br>Leading Mobile Financial Service Provider in Bangladesh, offering safe, convenient, and easy payment and money transfer services via mobile phones for both unbanked and banked individuals | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 5,502 | 2010 |
| 5 | [City Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/city-bank-dhaka) (citybankplc.com)<br>A leading financial institution offering a wide range of banking services with a focus on customer satisfaction, innovation, and community development | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 5,114 | 1983 |
| 6 | [Dutch-Bangla Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dutch-bangla-bank-plc) (dutchbanglabank.com)<br>A joint venture private bank in Bangladesh, operating since June 1996, focused on providing commercial banking services and financial solutions | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,676 | 1996 |
| 7 | [Eastern Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eastern-bank-plc) (ebl.com.bd)<br>Leading private commercial bank in Bangladesh, providing corporate, retail, and commercial banking services, aiming for lasting value for clients, shareholders, employees, and community. | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,591 |  |
| 8 | [Islami Bank Bangladesh PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/islami-bank-bangladesh-plc) (islamibankbd.com)<br>Pioneering Islamic banking in Bangladesh with the largest private banking network, globally recognized for excellence and ranked among top financial institutions | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 4,116 | 1983 |
| 9 | [IFIC BANK PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ific-bank-plc) (ificbank.com.bd)<br>A financial institution providing innovative services with a skilled team and advanced fintech support through a network of modern business centers worldwide | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 3,453 | 1983 |
| 10 | [United Commercial Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/united-commercial-bank-plc) (ucb.com.bd)<br>Dynamic bank in Bangladesh with large branch network, supported by entrepreneurs and government, focused on economic development through personalized service and innovative practices | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 3,331 |  |
| 11 | [Bank Asia PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bank-asia-plc) (bankasia-bd.com)<br>A leading bank in Bangladesh offering modern banking products and services with a strong focus on technology and customer satisfaction | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,979 | 1999 |
| 12 | [BRAC Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brac-bank-limited) (bracbank.com)<br>A leading financial institution in Bangladesh with a focus on SMEs, offering a wide range of banking services and subsidiaries | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,774 | 2001 |
| 13 | [Janata Bank Limited (2nd Largest Commercial Bank in Bangladesh)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/janata-bank-limited-2nd-largest-commercial-bank-in-bangladesh) (jb.com.bd)<br>A state-owned bank in Bangladesh providing a wide range of banking services, including retail/personal banking, credit programs, and international banking with a large branch network | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,572 | 1972 |
| 14 | [Mutual Trust Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mutual-trust-bank-plc) (mutualtrustbank.com)<br>A banking institution offering a wide range of financial services, including commercial banking, investment, and intermediary services, with a global network | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,477 | 1999 |
| 15 | [Prime Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/prime-bank) (primebank.com.bd)<br>A top-tier private commercial bank in Bangladesh offering highly diversified financial services, with total assets of US$ 350 billion and over 1 million customers | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,395 | 1995 |
| 16 | [US-Bangla Airlines Ltd.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/us-bangla-airlines-ltd) (usbair.com)<br>A Bangladeshi airline offering safe and comfortable domestic and international flights with advanced Canadian-built aircraft and a dedicated team of professionals | Airlines and Aviation | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,244 | 2014 |
| 17 | [Agrani Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agrani-bank-limited) (agranibank.org)<br>A leading commercial bank in Bangladesh with numerous outlets, overseas correspondents, and a wide range of services for customers | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 2,098 |  |
| 18 | [Biman Bangladesh Airlines](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biman-bangladesh-airlines) (biman-airlines.com)<br>A national flag carrier airline providing warm hospitality, safe travel, and improved services on routes to South Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond | Airlines and Aviation | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,939 | 1972 |
| 19 | [Dutch-Bangla Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dutch-bangla-bank-limited) (dutchbanglabank.com)<br>Innovative bank in Bangladesh focused on providing affordable banking products, largest private donor supporting social causes, leader in country's banking sector | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,911 | 1996 |
| 20 | [Al-Arafah Islami Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/al-arafah-islami-bank-plc) (aibl.com.bd)<br>A financial institution in Bangladesh following Islamic principles, established in 1995 with a focus on implementing a modern banking system based on the Qur'an and Sunnah | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,779 | 1995 |
| 21 | [Nagad](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nagad) (nagad.com.bd)<br>Leader in digital financial services in Bangladesh, driving the DFS revolution with the mission to provide accessible and innovative financial solutions | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,579 | 2018 |
| 22 | [Southeast Bank PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/southeast-bank-plc) (southeastbank.com.bd)<br>A pioneering banking institution focused on contributing to the national economy, promoting gender equality, and maintaining a culture of trust and excellence in service | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,555 | 1995 |
| 23 | [NCC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ncc-bank-plc) (nccbank.com.bd)<br>A financial institution established in 1985, offering personalized services and innovative financial products to support industrial, trade, and foreign exchange activities | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,516 |  |
| 24 | [IDLC Finance PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/idlc-finance-plc) (idlc.com)<br>The largest non-banking financial institution in Bangladesh offering loans, deposits, and capital market services to corporate, consumer, and SME clients | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,511 |  |
| 25 | [First Security Islami Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/first-security-islami-bank-plc) (fsibplc.com)<br>A banking institution in Bangladesh providing commercial banking services based on Islamic principles, with a focus on customer satisfaction and sustainable growth | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,333 | 1999 |
| 26 | [NRBC Bank PLC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nrbc-bank-plc) (nrbcommercialbank.com)<br>A new bank focusing on economic development of Bangladesh, attracting investments from expatriates and foreign investors, while prioritizing skilled workforce and technology | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,327 | 2013 |
| 27 | [Dhaka Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/dhaka-bank-limited) (dhakabankltd.com)<br>A dynamic banking institution in Bangladesh with a strong focus on community, history, modern service delivery, and financial strength | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,292 | 1995 |
| 28 | [Pubali Bank Limited](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pubali-bank-limited) (pubalibangla.com)<br>The organization is one of the oldest banking institutions in Bangladesh, offering a wide range of financial services through a large branch network | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,236 | 1959 |
| 29 | [LankaBangla Finance PLC.](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lankabangla-finance-plc) (lankabangla.com)<br>A leading financial institution in Bangladesh offering a diverse range of financial services to retail, SME, and corporate customers, including credit cards and wealth management | Financial Services | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,161 | 1997 |
| 30 | [Bangladesh Bank](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bangladesh-bank) (bb.org.bd)<br>Central institution in Bangladesh responsible for conducting monetary policy to ensure stability in prices and financial sector | Banking | 🇧🇩 Dhaka | 1,145 |  |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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