Centum Electronics Q1 net profit jumps 2,122% to ₹1 billion

Centum Electronics Limited reported a substantial improvement in profitability for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026, with net profit reaching ₹1 billion. This represents a sharp rise from the ₹45 million recorded in the corresponding period of the previous fiscal year. The company’s revenue also grew, climbing to ₹2 billion from ₹1.78 billion year-on-year.

Operating efficiency improved notably during the quarter. EBITDA stood at ₹251 million, up slightly from ₹250 million in Q1FY26. More significantly, the EBITDA margin expanded to 12.31%, compared to 9.49% in the prior year period, indicating better cost management relative to sales growth.

The Board of Directors approved these unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results on August 13, 2026. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 29(1)(a) and Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company notified the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited of the board proceedings.

Financial Performance

Metric	Q1FY27	Q1FY26 (YoY)	Change
Revenue	₹2 billion	₹1.78 billion	+12.4%
EBITDA	₹251 million	₹250 million	+0.4%
EBITDA Margin	12.31%	9.49%	+282 bps
Net Profit	₹1 billion	₹45 million	+2,122%

What the Numbers Show

The divergence between modest revenue growth (12%) and explosive profit growth (2,122%) suggests that the surge in net profit was likely driven by factors beyond core operational scaling, such as lower interest expenses, tax benefits, or other income items, rather than pure top-line expansion. While EBITDA remained relatively flat, the margin expansion indicates improved operating leverage.

Earnings Call Details

To facilitate investor engagement, Centum Electronics will host an earnings call on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 12:00 pm. This event is mandated under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations. Management will discuss the company’s financial and operational performance for the first quarter ended June 30, 2026.

The earnings call will be represented by Nikhil Mallavarapu, Joint Managing Director, and Sundararajan Parthasarathy, Chief Financial Officer. The conference is being facilitated by Avendus Spark, which will provide dial-in options for domestic and international participants.

Conference Call Access

Investors may access the earnings call through the following channels:

Universal Dial-in: +91 22 6280 1230 / +91 22 7115 8131
UK: +08081011573
USA: +18667462133
Singapore: +8001012045
Hong Kong: +800964448

For further assistance, Gaurav Nagori, Executive Director - Equity Research at Spark Institutional Equities Private Limited, is available for queries.

Trading Window Closure

Concurrently, the trading window for designated persons remains closed. Pursuant to the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, the trading window for dealing in the securities of the company shall remain closed for all designated persons, their immediate relatives, and connected persons until August 15, 2026.

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Centum Electronics Limited has announced the schedule for its 33rd Annual General Meeting (AGM), set for Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. IST. The meeting will be conducted through Video Conferencing or Other Audio Visual Means (OAVM) in compliance with Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) circulars permitting remote participation. This procedural update ensures shareholder access to governance decisions without physical presence.

The company has designated Friday, July 31, 2026, as the record date to determine members eligible for the final dividend on equity shares for the financial year 2025-26, if declared at the AGM. Any dividend approved will be paid within 30 days from the date of the meeting. Shareholders whose names appear in the register of members or depository records as on Thursday, August 6, 2026, will be entitled to avail the remote e-voting facility.

Remote e-voting will begin on Monday, August 10, 2026, at 9:00 a.m. IST and conclude on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. IST. Once cast, votes cannot be altered. Members who have already voted remotely may attend the AGM via VC/OAVM but cannot vote again. Those who did not vote remotely can use the Insta Poll system during the meeting.

Key Dates and Procedures

Event	Date	Time/Details
Record Date	July 31, 2026	For final dividend eligibility
E-Voting Start	August 10, 2026	9:00 a.m. IST
E-Voting End	August 12, 2026	5:00 p.m. IST
AGM Date	August 13, 2026	10:30 a.m. IST via VC/OAVM

The notice was published on July 23, 2026, in The Business Standard and Prajavani, pursuant to SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Mr. S.P. Nagarajan, Practicing Company Secretary, has been appointed as the scrutinizer to ensure a fair and transparent voting process. Technical assistance is available through KFin Technologies Limited.

What the Numbers Show

While this filing focuses on corporate governance rather than financial performance, the establishment of a clear record date and e-voting window underscores the company’s adherence to regulatory timelines for FY26 disclosures. Shareholders should monitor the AGM outcome for any dividend declarations or strategic resolutions that may impact future valuation metrics.