Bajaj Holdings FY26 profit jumps 264% on dividend income
Bajaj Holdings & Investment Ltd reported a standalone net profit of ₹4,707.80 crore for FY2026, a significant increase from ₹1,291.83 crore in the previous year. The Board recommended a final dividend of ₹130 per share, including a special ₹50 payout. The company’s consolidated profit rose to ₹9,636.75 crore.

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Bajaj Holdings & Investment Ltd reported a standalone net profit of ₹4,707.80 crore for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, a significant increase from ₹1,291.83 crore in the previous year. The company’s consolidated profit for the same period rose to ₹9,636.75 crore, compared to ₹6,520.67 crore in FY2025.
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹130 per equity share of face value ₹10 each for FY2026. This payout includes a special dividend of ₹50 per share to celebrate the Bajaj Group's centenary. The total dividend payout for the year is expected to be ₹2,170.23 crore. The record date for determining shareholder eligibility for the final dividend is June 30, 2026.
Total income for the year stood at ₹3,184.31 crore, up from ₹1,600.25 crore in the prior year. The company’s earnings per share (EPS) improved to ₹423.0 from ₹116.1. The profit increase was driven by dividend income from associates and a substantial profit on the sale of equity shares of Bajaj Finserv Ltd.
Financial Highlights
| Particulars | FY2026 (₹ In Crore) | FY2025 (₹ In Crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Total income | 3,184.31 | 1,600.25 |
| Profit before tax | 4,976.71 | 1,412.72 |
| Net profit | 4,707.80 | 1,291.83 |
| Earnings per share (₹) | 423.0 | 116.1 |
The company’s consolidated results reflected strong performance from its group companies. Total income on a consolidated basis was ₹1,123.87 crore, while profit before tax reached ₹10,056.64 crore. The profit attributable to owners of the company was ₹9,636.75 crore.
Strategic Developments
During the year, the company acquired a 17.56% equity stake in Bajaj General Insurance Ltd. and Bajaj Life Insurance Ltd. for an aggregate consideration of ₹16,333.30 crore. Following a subsequent buyback offer, its stake in these insurance subsidiaries increased to 18.10%.
Additionally, the company filed an application with the Reserve Bank of India in November 2025 to voluntarily surrender its registration as a Non-Banking Financial Company and reclassify as an Unregistered Core Investment Company. The application is currently under review.
Historical Stock Returns for Bajaj Holdings & Investments
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.55% | +1.58% | +9.03% | -3.95% | -24.70% | +178.58% |
How will the reclassification as an Unregistered Core Investment Company impact the company's regulatory compliance and operational flexibility?
What are the expected long-term strategic benefits of increasing stakes in Bajaj General Insurance and Bajaj Life Insurance?
Will the company continue to rely on one-time gains from equity sales to sustain profitability in future financial years?































