Gujarat Petrosynthese Limited reported a net profit of ₹86.45 lakh for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY27), marking a 46% increase from ₹59.21 lakh in Q1FY26. The growth was driven by a 46% year-on-year rise in revenue from operations, which reached ₹73.43 lakh compared to ₹50.37 lakh in the corresponding prior period. Total income for the quarter stood at ₹81.77 lakh, up from ₹58.80 lakh previously.

The Board of Directors, meeting on August 12, 2026, approved the unaudited standalone financial results reviewed by statutory auditors Dayal and Lohia Chartered Accountants. In addition to the financial results, the Board approved the re-appointment of Ms. Urmi N. Prasad and Ms. Charita Thakkar as Joint Managing Directors. Both appointments are for a five-year term effective from April 1, 2027, to March 31, 2032, subject to shareholder approval at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and, in Ms. Thakkar’s case, Central Government approval due to her Non-Resident Indian status.

Financial Performance Highlights

The company’s operational efficiency improved alongside top-line growth. Profit before tax rose to ₹11.21 lakh from ₹7.21 lakh in Q1FY26. Tax expenses for the quarter included current tax of ₹3.05 lakh and deferred tax credit of ₹0.48 lakh. Earnings per share (basic and diluted) increased to ₹1.45 from ₹0.99 in the same quarter last year.

Cost of materials consumed increased to ₹55.59 lakh from ₹37.83 lakh, reflecting the higher volume of operations. Employee benefit expenses rose slightly to ₹7.47 lakh from ₹6.83 lakh. Finance costs remained minimal at ₹0.03 lakh. Changes in inventories provided a credit of ₹0.81 lakh, compared to a credit of ₹0.25 lakh in the prior year.

Governance and Corporate Actions

Ms. Urmi N. Prasad, who has completed 34 years of service with the company, holds a B.Com degree, is a qualified Chartered Accountant, and holds an MBA from INSEAD. She is the sister of Ms. Charita Thakkar and spouse of Mr. Nuthakki Rajender Prasad, a non-executive director. Ms. Charita Thakkar, associated with the company since 1984, holds degrees from Bombay University, Texas Christian University, and Stanford University. She has previously served as Finance Manager, General Manager Operations, Executive Director, and Director.

The Board approved convening the 49th Annual General Meeting on September 23, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. (IST) through Video Conferencing/Other Audio-Visual Means. The financial results were filed pursuant to Regulation 30 and 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, read with SEBI Master Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Gujarat Petrosynthese Limited held its Board of Directors meeting on May 13, 2026, via video conferencing at Ecstasy, 731, 7th Floor, City of Joy J.S.D Road, Mulund (W), Mumbai - 400080. Pursuant to Regulation 30 and 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, the board considered and approved the audited standalone financial results for the quarter and financial year ended March 31, 2026. The meeting commenced at 10:30 a.m. and concluded at 1:00 p.m., with the outcome communicated to BSE Limited by Joint Managing Director Urmi N. Prasad. The auditor's report on the financial results carries an unmodified opinion, as confirmed in accordance with Regulation 33(3)(d) of SEBI LODR.

Financial Performance Overview

Gujarat Petrosynthese delivered a strong performance for the full financial year ended March 31, 2026. Total income grew significantly to ₹2,57,119K compared to ₹2,01,372K in the previous year, driven by a robust increase in revenue from sale of goods and services. Net profit for the year rose to ₹23,574K from ₹14,603K, reflecting improved operational efficiency and higher revenues. The following table presents the key financial highlights for the year and the latest quarter:

Expense Breakdown

The company's total expenses for FY26 stood at ₹2,28,081K against ₹1,79,272K in FY25, with cost of materials consumed being the largest component at ₹1,65,220K compared to ₹1,22,667K in the prior year. Employee benefit expenses rose to ₹29,619K from ₹26,488K, while other expenses increased to ₹29,660K from ₹26,099K. Depreciation and amortisation expenses for the year were ₹3,557K versus ₹3,408K previously, and finance costs stood at ₹157K compared to ₹100K in FY25. The paid-up equity share capital remained unchanged at ₹5,969K across all reported periods.

Balance Sheet Highlights

The company's total assets as at March 31, 2026 stood at ₹5,68,909K, up from ₹5,33,429K as at March 31, 2025. Total shareholders' funds increased to ₹5,22,793K from ₹4,99,220K, reflecting the accretion of profits during the year. The following table summarises the key balance sheet parameters:

Cash Flow Summary

For the year ended March 31, 2026, net cash used in operating activities was ₹(10,602)K compared to ₹(29,988)K in the prior year. Net cash from investing activities stood at ₹26,855K versus ₹25,297K previously, supported by interest income of ₹17,792K and proceeds from sale of mutual funds of ₹19,700K. Net cash used in financing activities was ₹(676)K against ₹(625)K in FY25. As a result, cash and cash equivalents increased to a closing balance of ₹25,374K from an opening balance of ₹9,797K.

Internal Auditor Appointment

At the same board meeting, the company approved the appointment of M/s. Krishna & Vishwas LLP, Chartered Accountants (FRN: 015262S), as Internal Auditors of the company for the financial year 2026-27, effective May 13, 2026. The firm, based in Bangalore, specialises in audit, taxation, and advisory services, with expertise in indirect taxation including GST, Central Excise, Service Tax, Customs, Value Added Tax, and Central Sales Tax. The statutory audit for the financial results was conducted by Dayal and Lohia, Chartered Accountants (Firm Regn. No. 102200W), with partner Khushit Jain (M. No.: 608082) signing the audit report dated May 13, 2026, from Mumbai.

Trading Window and Regulatory Compliance

In accordance with Schedule B of the SEBI (Prohibition of Insider Trading) Regulations, 2015, the trading window for designated persons, connected persons, and their immediate relatives remained closed until 48 hours after the declaration of financial results. The results and audit report have been uploaded on the company's website at www.gpl.in and are also available on the BSE website at www.bseindia.com . Additionally, the board noted SEBI's special window for re-lodgement of physical share transfer deeds, operative from February 05, 2026 to February 04, 2027, pursuant to SEBI Circular No. HO/38/13/11(2)2026-MIRSD-POD/I/3750/2026 dated January 30, 2026, under which re-lodged securities will be issued only in demat mode and placed under a one-year lock-in from the date of transfer registration.