Cholamandalam Investment files BRSR for FY26
Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY26, disclosing an EV loan disbursement of ₹628.75 crore and 0% data breaches. The report outlines environmental metrics, including Scope 1 and 2 emissions, and employee diversity statistics.

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Cholamandalam Investment and Finance Company Limited has filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for FY26 with the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Ltd. The filing, submitted by Company Secretary P. Sujatha on July 6, 2026, discloses the company's adherence to the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
The report highlights the company's environmental and social performance for the financial year ending March 31, 2026. A key achievement disclosed was the over-achievement of the electric vehicle (EV) loan disbursement target. The company disbursed ₹628.75 crore in FY26, compared to ₹525.46 crore in the previous year, surpassing the goal of a 5% year-on-year increase. Additionally, the company reported 0% data breaches during the year.
Financial and Operational Metrics
The report provides a detailed overview of the company's operations and financial standing. The paid-up capital stands at ₹170.48 crores. The company's primary business activity, Financial Services – Lending, accounts for 94.21% of its total turnover. This segment includes vehicle finance, home loans, and loans against property, among others.
| Parameter | FY26 Value |
|---|---|
| Paid-up Capital | ₹170.48 crores |
| Total Offices | 1,761 |
| Permanent Employees | 51,320 |
| EV Loan Disbursement | ₹628.75 crores |
Employee Well-being and Diversity
Cholamandalam Investment reported a total workforce of 51,327 employees, comprising 49,494 males and 1,833 females. The company spent 0.46% of its total revenue on well-being measures for employees and workers. The Board of Directors includes 8 members, with female representation at 13%. Key Management Personnel includes 2 individuals, with 50% female representation.
Environmental Impact and Sustainability
The company disclosed its environmental footprint, including energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. Total energy consumed from renewable sources was 155.88 units, while consumption from non-renewable sources was significantly higher at 1,22,771 units. The company generated 10.06 metric tonnes of e-waste during the year, of which 0.57 metric tonnes were recycled and 9.49 metric tonnes were recovered through other operations.
| Metric | FY26 |
|---|---|
| Total Scope 1 Emissions | 491 Metric tonnes CO2e |
| Total Scope 2 Emissions | 22,907 Metric tonnes CO2e |
| Total Water Consumption | 6,88,037.2 kilolitres |
Governance and Assurance
The report was reviewed by the Board of Directors and the CSR Committee. B. Thiagarajan & Co., Chartered Accountants, provided reasonable assurance for the BRSR core indicators for the period. The company identified material issues such as financial inclusion, data privacy, and climate change, outlining strategies to mitigate risks and leverage opportunities.
Source: https://lodr-files.dhan.co/lodr-inputs/Company/INE121A01024/8701da57e0914411.pdf
Historical Stock Returns for Cholamandalam Investment
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.16% | +4.48% | +27.29% | +2.66% | +22.39% | +255.60% |
How does Cholamandalam Investment plan to sustain the growth rate of EV loan disbursements given the increasing competition in the green financing sector?
What specific strategies will the company implement to significantly reduce its heavy reliance on non-renewable energy sources given the current consumption disparity?
Will the company increase its investment in employee well-being measures beyond 0.46% of revenue to improve the low female workforce ratio?































