IL&FS Engineering & Construction Files FY26 Annual Report; Posts Profit Turnaround Amid Revenue Decline
IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company filed its Integrated Annual Report for FY 2025-26, reporting a standalone net profit of Rs. 0.19 Crore against a net loss of Rs. 4.92 Crore in the prior year, even as revenue from operations declined to Rs. 187.92 Crores from Rs. 321.38 Crores. The closing order book fell sharply to Rs. 12.89 Crore from Rs. 635 Crore, while total debt stood at Rs. 2,667.42 Crores. The company remains under the NCLAT resolution framework, classified as a Red Entity, with auditors flagging material uncertainty on going concern.

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IL&FS Engineering and Construction Company Limited has filed its Integrated Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026 with BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited, in compliance with Regulation 34(1)(a) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The report was submitted on June 25, 2026, ahead of the company's 37th Annual General Meeting (AGM) scheduled for July 31, 2026 at 11:30 AM (IST) through Video Conference/Other Audio-Visual Means.
Financial Performance: Standalone and Consolidated
The company reported a turnaround to profitability on a standalone basis in FY 2025-26, even as overall revenues declined significantly. The following table summarises the key financial results:
| Metric: | Standalone FY 2026 | Standalone FY 2025 | Consolidated FY 2026 | Consolidated FY 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | Rs. 187.92 Crores | Rs. 321.38 Crores | Rs. 187.92 Crores | Rs. 321.38 Crores |
| Other Income: | Rs. 69.85 Crores | Rs. 50.95 Crores | Rs. 70.27 Crores | Rs. 50.95 Crores |
| Total Income: | Rs. 257.77 Crores | Rs. 372.33 Crores | Rs. 258.19 Crores | Rs. 372.33 Crores |
| EBITDA (before exceptional items): | Rs. 11.85 Crores | Rs. (21.62) Crores | Rs. 12.24 Crores | Rs. (21.62) Crores |
| Finance Cost: | Rs. 2.60 Crores | Rs. 3.96 Crores | Rs. 2.60 Crores | Rs. 3.96 Crores |
| Depreciation & Amortisation: | Rs. 6.44 Crores | Rs. 6.92 Crores | Rs. 6.44 Crores | Rs. 6.92 Crores |
| Profit/(Loss) Before Exceptional Items & Tax: | Rs. 2.82 Crores | Rs. (32.49) Crores | Rs. 3.19 Crores | Rs. (32.50) Crores |
| Exceptional Item (Net): | Rs. 2.63 Crores | Rs. (27.57) Crores | Rs. 2.63 Crores | Rs. (27.57) Crores |
| Profit/(Loss) Before Tax: | Rs. 0.19 Crores | Rs. (4.92) Crores | Rs. 0.56 Crores | Rs. (4.93) Crores |
| Profit/(Loss) After Tax: | Rs. 0.19 Crores | Rs. (4.92) Crores | Rs. 0.56 Crores | Rs. (4.93) Crores |
| Total Comprehensive Income: | Rs. (1.75) Crores | Rs. (5.04) Crores | Rs. (0.61) Crores | Rs. (5.00) Crores |
| Paid-up Equity Capital: | Rs. 131.12 Crores | Rs. 131.12 Crores | Rs. 131.12 Crores | Rs. 131.12 Crores |
| Basic EPS (Rs.): | 0.01 | (0.38) | 0.10 | (0.37) |
On a standalone basis, the company achieved a turnover of Rs. 257.77 Crore in FY 2025-26 compared to Rs. 372.33 Crore in the previous year. The net profit for the year stood at Rs. 0.19 Crore, against a net loss of Rs. 4.92 Crore in the previous year. The company has accumulated losses of Rs. 3,600.18 Crore as at March 31, 2026, and its net worth remains fully eroded at Rs. (3,186.54) Crores.
Operational Highlights and Order Book
The company executed orders worth Rs. 187.92 Crore (approx.) during FY 2025-26, compared to Rs. 321.38 Crore in the previous year. The closing order book as at March 31, 2026 stood at Rs. 12.89 Crore, a sharp decline from Rs. 635 Crore in the prior year. The sector-wise order book position is presented below:
| Sector: | On hand as on 31-3-2026 (Rs. Crores) | On hand as on 31-3-2025 (Rs. Crores) |
|---|---|---|
| Roads: | 5.43 | 31 |
| Railways & Metros: | — | 597 |
| Oil & Gas: | 7.46 | 7 |
| Total: | 12.89 | 635 |
The company continues to execute various EPC and item-rate projects with government and private clients in sectors including Railways & Metros, Water & Irrigation, and Roads. Most projects are nearing completion. The company's total debt stood at Rs. 2,667.42 Crores as at March 31, 2026, compared to Rs. 2,667.80 Crores in the prior year.
Key Financial Ratios
The following key financial ratios were reported for FY 2025-26 and FY 2024-25:
| Ratio: | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Debtors Turnover: | 1.64 | 3.18 |
| Inventory Turnover: | 3.21 | 5.04 |
| Current Ratio: | 0.14 | 0.14 |
| Operating Profit Margin (%): | 6.30 | (6.73) |
| Net Profit Margin (%): | 0.10 | (1.53) |
The Interest Coverage Ratio, Debt Equity Ratio, Return on Capital Employed, and Return on Equity have not been disclosed as the company's net worth is negative.
Resolution Process and Going Concern
The company continues to operate under the resolution framework approved by the Hon'ble National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT). The company has been classified as a "Red Entity" under the IL&FS resolution framework, indicating its current inability to service debt and operational liabilities. A binding bid received from an overseas fund for acquisition of the promoters' equity stake has been approved by the Committee of Creditors (CoC) and is currently under consideration by Hon'ble Justice D.K. Jain (Retd.), following which approval of the Hon'ble NCLT, Mumbai will be sought.
The statutory auditors have highlighted a material uncertainty related to going concern, noting continued losses, erosion of net worth, and significant reduction in income from operations. The company has not recognised interest expense of Rs. 460.44 Crores (excluding penal/other interest and charges) for the year ended March 31, 2026, pursuant to the NCLAT order specifying October 15, 2018 as the cut-off date. The aggregate amount of interest expense not recognised as at March 31, 2026 stands at approximately Rs. 3,080.33 Crores.
AGM and Corporate Governance
The 37th AGM will be held on July 31, 2026 at 11:30 AM (IST) through VC/OAVM. The cut-off date for e-voting entitlement is July 23, 2026, and remote e-voting will be open from July 28, 2026 (9:00 AM) to July 30, 2026 (5:00 PM). The Board of Directors comprises six non-executive directors, including three independent directors. During FY 2025-26, Mr. Subrata Kumar Atindra Mitra and Dr. Jagadip Narayan Singh were re-appointed as Independent Directors for a second tenure of five years effective January 15, 2026. The company had 194 permanent employees on its rolls as on March 31, 2026. No dividend has been recommended for FY 2025-26, and no amount has been transferred to reserves.
Source: https://lodr-files.dhan.co/lodr-inputs/Company/INE369I01014/06149c8272d143ae.pdf
Historical Stock Returns for IL&FS Engg & Const Company
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -3.35% | -5.97% | +1.76% | +9.24% | -15.91% | +554.00% |
What is the expected timeline for the final approval of the overseas fund's bid by NCLAT and NCLT, Mumbai?
How does the company plan to secure new orders given the drastic reduction in the order book from Rs. 635 Crore to Rs. 12.89 Crore?
What strategic measures will be implemented to address the material uncertainty regarding the company's ability to continue as a going concern?































