IGCL Net Profit Rises 44.3% to ₹2,510.17 Cr
India Gelatine & Chemicals Limited fixed August 18, 2026, as the record date for a ₹6 per share dividend recommended for FY26. The company reported a net profit of ₹2,510.17 crore for the year, up 44.3% YoY, while total income stood at ₹17,819.38 crore. The board also appointed an internal auditor and proposed shifting the registered office to Vapi.
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India Gelatine & Chemicals Limited has fixed Tuesday, August 18, 2026, as the record date to determine shareholder eligibility for the final dividend. The Board of Directors, during its meeting on May 21, 2026, recommended a dividend of ₹6 per equity share of ₹10 each for the financial year ended March 31, 2026. This payout is subject to shareholder approval at the 54th Annual General Meeting scheduled for August 25, 2026, via Video Conferencing.
For the full year ended March 31, 2026, the company reported a net profit of ₹2,510.17 crore, a 44.3% increase from ₹1,738.93 crore in the previous year. Revenue from operations for the year stood at ₹16,980.52 crore, compared to ₹19,852.87 crore in the prior year. Total income for FY26 was ₹17,819.38 crore.
Financial Performance
The company’s profit before tax for the year rose to ₹3,261.39 crore from ₹2,264.84 crore in FY25. For the quarter ended March 31, 2026, net profit was ₹447.53 crore, while revenue from operations stood at ₹3,897.94 crore. Total expenses for the year were reported at ₹14,557.99 crore.
| Metric | Year Ended Mar 31, 2026 (₹ in Lakhs) | Year Ended Mar 31, 2025 (₹ in Lakhs) |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | 16,980.52 | 19,852.87 |
| Total Income | 17,819.38 | 20,619.59 |
| Total Expenses | 14,557.99 | 18,354.75 |
| Profit Before Tax | 3,261.39 | 2,264.84 |
| Net Profit | 2,510.17 | 1,738.93 |
| Basic EPS (₹) | 35.39 | 24.52 |
Corporate Actions
The board approved the appointment of M/s. P.B. Singh and Associates (Chartered Accountants) as the Internal Auditor for FY 2026-27. Additionally, the board approved the shifting of the registered office from Ahmedabad to Plot No. 1-A, 1st Phase, Industrial Estate, GIDC, Vapi, Gujarat – 396195, subject to shareholder approval via special resolution.
Historical Stock Returns for India Gelatine & Chemicals
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +1.03% | -5.77% | +1.00% | -0.57% | -5.13% | +216.49% |
Given the 14.5% decline in revenue from operations despite a 44.3% surge in net profit, what cost optimization strategies is India Gelatine & Chemicals likely to sustain in FY27 to maintain margin expansion?
How might the registered office relocation from Ahmedabad to Vapi's GIDC industrial estate impact the company's operational efficiency, logistics costs, and access to raw materials going forward?
With Basic EPS rising sharply to ₹35.39 against a dividend of only ₹6 per share, could the company be conserving capital for a major capacity expansion or acquisition in the near term?
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