NLC India Q4FY26 Results: PAT Jumps 216.3%, Shares Rally 18%


By Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ)

Synopsis:

 

NLC India share price rallied nearly 18% after the company posted record Q4FY26 and FY26 earnings. Revenue climbed 31.5% YoY in Q4 while PAT surged 216.3%, supported by record coal production, renewable capacity additions, and strong operational execution.

NLC India Q4FY26 Results: Stock Hits All-Time High

NLC India share price rallied almost 18% on Thursday, reaching a new high of ₹387.40 due to the company announcing its highest ever Q4FY26 numbers. The share price was at ₹382.05 at 11:32 AM on Thursday, May 14, 2026, with gains of 17.22%, far outpacing the overall market index, which saw gains of approximately 0.80% on that day. The volume of shares traded was also unusually high, totaling 560.9 lakh against the average of 76.5 lakh in 30 days.

The performance of NLC India Limited in Q4FY26 and entire FY26 was an exceptional year for the company in both their standalone and consolidated businesses. The organisation recorded its highest ever revenues, profits, and EBITDA in FY26 supported by highest ever coal production, renewable energy generation capacity addition, and 100% collection from power debtors.

Q4FY26: Quarterly Performance of NLC India

For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, NLC India reported consolidated revenue from operations of ₹5,042.46 crore, up approximately 31.5% YoY from ₹3,836.00 crore in Q4FY25. On a sequential basis, revenue grew by approximately 13.5% QoQ from ₹4,443.05 crore in Q3FY26.

Total income for Q4FY26, including other income, stood at ₹5,197.22 crore compared to ₹3,971.90 crore in Q4FY25, a growth of approximately 30.8% YoY. Sequentially, total income was up from ₹4,807.10 crore in Q3FY26, a rise of approximately 8.1% QoQ.

Total expenses for the quarter stood at ₹4,327.14 crore versus ₹3,880.46 crore in Q4FY25. Cost of fuel consumed for the quarter was ₹1,037.14 crore against ₹514.07 crore in Q4FY25. Employee benefits expense came in at ₹649.69 crore, lower than ₹1,093.59 crore in Q4FY25. Finance costs for the quarter rose to ₹364.31 crore from ₹325.30 crore in Q4FY25, while depreciation and amortisation expenses stood at ₹694.77 crore against ₹580.52 crore in the same period last year.

Profit before tax for Q4FY26 stood at ₹1,517.59 crore, compared to ₹912.08 crore in Q4FY25, a growth of approximately 66.4% YoY. PAT for Q4FY26 came in at ₹1,481.39 crore, a significant jump of approximately 216.3% YoY from ₹468.36 crore in Q4FY25. On a sequential basis, PAT was up approximately 104.7% QoQ from ₹723.92 crore in Q3FY26.

It is worth noting that the net movement in regulatory deferral account balances contributed ₹647.51 crore in Q4FY26, compared to ₹820.64 crore in Q4FY25, which forms a meaningful component of the reported profit before tax.

 

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Full Year FY26 Performance Of NLC India Ltd

The annual numbers show a genuinely landmark year for NLC India at the consolidated level.

Revenue from operations for FY26 stood at ₹17,489.53 crore, against ₹15,282.96 crore in FY25, an increase of approximately 14.4% on an annual basis, marking an all-time high for the company. Total income for FY26 was ₹18,466.89 crore compared to ₹16,889.45 crore in FY25.

EBITDA for FY26 reached ₹7,475 crore, up 14.78% annually from ₹6,513 crore in FY25, another all-time high. Profit before tax for FY26 stood at ₹3,875.12 crore against ₹3,696.93 crore in FY25. Profit after tax for FY26 came in at ₹3,769.18 crore, a growth of 38.91% annually from ₹2,713.57 crore in FY25, the highest ever PAT recorded by the company. Net worth stood at ₹21,525 crore compared to ₹18,723 crore in the previous year, a growth of 14.96% on an annual basis.

Operational Highlights Of FY26

FY26 was notable for several operational milestones. Coal production from Talabira II and III OCP reached 19.14 million tonnes, the highest ever in a financial year, growing 11.28% annually from 17.20 million tonnes in FY25. Coal dispatch stood at 17.69 million tonnes. Gross power generation for the group reached 28.95 billion units, including renewable energy generation of 2.26 billion units.

Capacity additions during the year totalled 1,013 MW, comprising 660 MW of thermal capacity through Unit 2 of GTPP and 303 MW of renewable capacity including 300 MW solar at Rajasthan and 3 MW rooftop installations. Capital expenditure for FY26 exceeded ₹9,131 crore, the highest ever in a single financial year since inception. The company also achieved 100% collection efficiency from power debtors for FY25, an evidence to the quality of its receivables.

NLC Dividend Declaration

The board declared and paid an interim dividend of 36%, that is ₹3.60 per paid-up equity share, during the year. The board has additionally recommended a final dividend of 2.50%, that is ₹0.25 per paid-up equity share for FY26, subject to shareholder approval at the upcoming Annual General Meeting. The combined dividend for FY26 thus stands at ₹3.85 per share.

Conclusion

NLC India has achieved a record-breaking FY26 performance on all fronts. The drive toward renewables has seen NIRL bag a Letter of Award from SECI for 600 MW of solar energy capacity with an energy storage capacity of 300 MW. Seven operating renewable power plants totalling 1.4 GW capacity have been divested from NLCIL to NIRL as a result of the asset monetization plan. In addition, the government has also approved the initial public offering (IPO) listing of NIRL and the sale of 25% stake in NIRL held by NLCIL.

 

About the Author

SEBI Registered Research Analyst (INH000006396).


Founded in 1986, Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ) brings decades of experience in India’s equity markets. DSIJ's research combines fundamental analysis with price action, guided by disciplined risk management and capital preservation. They follow a structured, data-driven approach designed to help investors and traders make informed decisions beyond short-term market noise. 

Published Date : 14 May 2026

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