Kriti Nutrients Q4 EBITDA Jumps YoY; FY26 Audited Results Published in Press

5 min read     Updated on 07 May 2026, 04:10 PM
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Kriti Nutrients Limited reported Q4 FY26 standalone net profit of ₹619.05 lakhs (up from ₹494.93 lakhs YoY) and full-year total income from operations of ₹92,948.36 lakhs (vs ₹74,210.06 lakhs). Q4 EBITDA improved to 93M rupees with a margin of 3.65%, while the board declared no final dividend, having already paid an interim dividend of ₹3/- per share. Results were published in Chautha Sansar and Business Standard on 7 May 2026.

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Kriti Nutrients Limited's Board of Directors, at its meeting held on 5 May 2026, approved the standalone and consolidated audited financial results for the quarter and year ended 31 March 2026. The results were subsequently published in Chautha Sansar and Business Standard on 7 May 2026, in compliance with Regulation 33 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The board also decided not to recommend any final dividend on equity shares of Re 1/- each for the financial year 2025-26, noting that an interim dividend of ₹3/- per share had already been declared and paid.

Quarterly Performance

Kriti Nutrients delivered a notable improvement in quarterly profitability and operating performance on a year-on-year basis. Q4 EBITDA rose to 93M rupees from 60.9M rupees in the year-ago quarter, while the EBITDA margin improved to 3.65% from 3.04% over the same period. Standalone revenue from operations for the quarter stood at ₹25,523.21 lakhs, compared to ₹20,005.31 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year and ₹22,430.73 lakhs in the preceding quarter ended 31 December 2025. Standalone net profit for the quarter rose to ₹619.05 lakhs from ₹494.93 lakhs in Q4 FY25. On a consolidated basis, net profit for the quarter was ₹636.06 lakhs, compared to ₹491.89 lakhs in the year-ago quarter.

Metric: Q4 FY26 (Standalone) Q3 FY26 (Standalone) Q4 FY25 (Standalone)
Revenue from Operations (₹ Lakhs): 25,523.21 22,430.73 20,005.31
Total Revenue (₹ Lakhs): 25,683.07 22,621.36 20,198.61
Profit Before Tax (₹ Lakhs): 928.09 1,185.39 644.21
Net Profit After Tax (₹ Lakhs): 619.05 921.27 494.93
EBITDA (M Rupees): 93 60.9
EBITDA Margin (%): 3.65 3.04

Financial Performance: Revenue and Profitability

Kriti Nutrients reported strong revenue growth for the full year, with standalone total income from operations rising to ₹92,948.36 lakhs from ₹74,210.06 lakhs in the previous year. Net profit after tax for the year on a standalone basis stood at ₹3,384.05 lakhs, compared to ₹3,702.38 lakhs in the prior year. The consolidated net profit for the year, inclusive of the share in associate's profit, stood at ₹3,390.13 lakhs compared to ₹3,699.35 lakhs previously. The equity share capital remained unchanged at ₹501.04 lakhs (face value of ₹1/- each). The following table presents the key standalone and consolidated financial highlights:

Metric: Standalone FY26 Standalone FY25 Consolidated FY26 Consolidated FY25
Total Income from Operations (₹ Lakhs): 92,948.36 74,210.06 92,948.36 74,210.06
Profit Before Tax (₹ Lakhs): 4,511.03 4,977.63 4,511.03 4,977.63
Net Profit After Tax (₹ Lakhs): 3,384.05 3,702.38 3,390.13 3,699.35
Total Comprehensive Income (₹ Lakhs): 3,370.99 3,690.66 3,380.02 3,687.57
Reserves (excl. Revenue Reserve) (₹ Lakhs): 22,405.59 20,688.02 22,411.53 20,684.93
Equity Share Capital (₹ Lakhs): 501.04 501.04 501.04 501.04
Basic EPS (₹): 6.75 7.39 6.77 7.38
Diluted EPS (₹): 6.75 7.39 6.77 7.38

Balance Sheet Highlights

As at 31 March 2026, standalone total assets stood at ₹27,266.27 lakhs, up from ₹23,782.93 lakhs as at 31 March 2025. Total equity increased to ₹22,906.63 lakhs from ₹21,189.06 lakhs. Cash and cash equivalents rose significantly to ₹4,625.45 lakhs from ₹170.78 lakhs. On the consolidated basis, total assets were ₹27,272.20 lakhs and total equity was ₹22,912.56 lakhs.

Parameter: Standalone 31.03.2026 Standalone 31.03.2025 Consolidated 31.03.2026 Consolidated 31.03.2025
Total Assets (₹ Lakhs): 27,266.27 23,782.93 27,272.20 23,779.83
Total Equity (₹ Lakhs): 22,906.63 21,189.06 22,912.56 21,185.97
Cash & Cash Equivalents (₹ Lakhs): 4,625.45 170.78 4,625.45 170.78
Total Non-Current Assets (₹ Lakhs): 13,534.37 14,260.45 13,540.30 14,257.35
Total Current Assets (₹ Lakhs): 13,731.90 9,522.48 13,731.90 9,522.48
Total Non-Current Liabilities (₹ Lakhs): 645.88 653.52 645.88 653.51
Total Current Liabilities (₹ Lakhs): 3,713.76 1,940.36 3,713.76 1,940.35

Cash Flow Summary

Net cash from operating activities for the year stood at ₹6,428.73 lakhs on both a standalone and consolidated basis, compared to ₹3,195.79 lakhs in the previous year. Net cash used in investing activities was ₹934.98 lakhs, while net cash used in financing activities was ₹1,039.08 lakhs. The net increase in cash and cash equivalents for the year was ₹4,454.67 lakhs, with closing cash and cash equivalents of ₹4,625.45 lakhs against an opening balance of ₹170.78 lakhs.

Board Decisions: Dividend and Leadership

The board confirmed that no final dividend is recommended for FY2025-26, as an interim dividend of ₹3/- per share had already been declared at the board meeting held on 8 November 2025 and paid on 15 November 2025. On leadership matters, the board approved, subject to member approval at the General Meeting, the re-appointment of Mr. Shiv Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023523) as Chairman and Managing Director for a period of three years with effect from 12 January 2027. The board also approved the re-designation of Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023591) as Joint Managing Director for the remaining period from 5 May 2026 to 31 July 2027, and his subsequent re-appointment as Whole-time Director designated as Joint Managing Director for a period of three years with effect from 1 August 2027, both subject to member approval.

Board Decision: Details
Final Dividend Recommended: None
Interim Dividend (Already Paid): ₹3/- per share
CMD Re-appointment: Mr. Shiv Singh Mehta, 3 years w.e.f. 12 Jan 2027
JMD Re-designation: Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta, 5 May 2026 to 31 Jul 2027
JMD Re-appointment: Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta, 3 years w.e.f. 1 Aug 2027
Auditor Opinion: Unmodified

Regulatory and Audit Disclosures

The financial results were reviewed by the Audit Committee at its meeting held on 4 May 2026 and subsequently taken on record by the Board of Directors on 5 May 2026. The statutory auditors, M Mehta & Company, Chartered Accountants (Firm Registration No. 000957C), expressed an unmodified audit opinion on both the standalone and consolidated financial results. The company operates in a single business segment — Oil Seed Extraction and Refining — as per Ind AS 108. The consolidated financial statements include the results of associate company Kriti Industries (India) Limited, in which Kriti Nutrients holds 6.24% of share capital and exercises significant influence. The disclosure was filed with both the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, and was signed by Raj Kumar Bhawsar, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.

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Kriti Nutrients Board Approves Reappointment of Chairman & Managing Director and Joint Managing Director

3 min read     Updated on 06 May 2026, 03:05 AM
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Kriti Nutrients Limited's Board of Directors, at their meeting on 5th May, 2026, approved the reappointment of Shri Shiv Singh Mehta as Chairman and Managing Director for 3 years from 12th January, 2027. The board also approved the re-designation of Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta as Joint Managing Director for his remaining tenure from 5th May, 2026 to 31st July, 2027, and his subsequent reappointment as Whole-time Director designated as JMD for a further 3-year term from 1st August, 2027. Both appointments are subject to member approval at the ensuing General Meeting and were disclosed pursuant to SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.

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The Board of Directors of Kriti Nutrients Limited convened a meeting on 5th May, 2026, commencing at 2.30 P.M. and concluding at 5.10 P.M., wherein they approved key changes to the company's senior leadership, including the reappointment of its Chairman and Managing Director and changes to the role of its Joint Managing Director. The decisions were made pursuant to Regulation 30(2) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, and are subject to approval of members at the ensuing General Meeting.

Key Leadership Decisions Approved by the Board

The board approved three distinct resolutions relating to director appointments and re-designations. The following table summarises the key decisions:

Decision: Director Effective Date Tenure
Reappointment as Chairman & Managing Director Shri Shiv Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023523) 12th January, 2027 3 years
Re-designation as Joint Managing Director (JMD) Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023591) 5th May, 2026 Until 31st July, 2027
Reappointment as Whole-time Director designated as JMD Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta (DIN: 00023591) 1st August, 2027 3 years

Profile of Shri Shiv Singh Mehta — Chairman and Managing Director

Shri Shiv Singh Mehta is the founder and Managing Director of the Kriti Group. The Kriti Group of Industries, with an annual turnover of Rs. 1500 Crore (approx.), comprises Kriti Industries (I) Ltd., Kriti Nutrient Ltd., and Kriti Auto Engineering & Plastics Pvt. Ltd. The group manufactures products under the brand names 'Kasta' and 'Kriti', which are recognised nationally and internationally. The Kriti Group has a presence in over 17 states of India and is a recognised export house by the Government of India.

Born on 3rd March 1954, Mr. Mehta holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics with distinction and an MBA. He has been actively involved with various industry and social associations, with notable positions including:

  • Past Chairman: Indore Management Association, Indore
  • Past President: Organisation of Plastic Processors of India (Apex body of Plastic Processors in India)
  • Member: Governing Board, Shri Sathya Sai Vidhya Vihar, Indore & Guna
  • Past Member: Executive Committee, SOPA (Soybean Oil Processors Association)
  • Past President: All India Manufacturers Organisation, MP State Board
  • Past President: Jain International Trade Organisation, Indore

Mr. Mehta has been conferred various awards by organisations including Rotary International, Jaycee, Management Marshal, and Arya Chanakya Udhyojak Shreshta Puraskar. He has also been awarded the Chhavi Memorial Award for Excellence in Management.

With respect to relationships between directors, none of the directors except Shri Shiv Singh Mehta, being the appointee, and Smt. Purnima Mehta and Shri Saurabh Singh Mehta, being his relatives, are concerned or interested in this appointment.

Profile of Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta — Joint Managing Director

Mr. Saurabh Singh Mehta holds a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science from Ohio State University and an MBA in family business from S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research. He has over 10 years of diverse experience in the industry. He served as Past President of Leo Club Indore, receiving the Best President and Best Club Leader awards at the district level. He also holds a pass grade from the Associated Board of Royal School of Music, London.

The Kriti Group, of which he is a part, has an annual turnover of Rs. 1500 crore (approx.) and comprises Kriti Industries (I) Ltd., Kriti Nutrient Ltd., and Kriti Auto Engineering & Plastics Pvt. Ltd. None of the directors except Shri Saurabh Singh Mehta, being the appointee, and Smt. Purnima Mehta and Shri Shiv Singh Mehta, being his relatives, are concerned or interested in this appointment.

Compliance and Disclosure

The intimation was filed in accordance with Regulation 30(2) read with Clause 7 of Para A of Part A of Schedule III of the SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, and Master SEBI Circular No. HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated 30th January, 2026. The company has also stated that it is in the process of filing the aforesaid appointments in XBRL format within the stipulated time, and the same shall be hosted on the company's website. The disclosure was signed by Raj Kumar Bhawsar, Company Secretary & Compliance Officer.

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How might the planned leadership transition from Shri Shiv Singh Mehta to Saurabh Singh Mehta as JMD signal a broader generational succession strategy for the Kriti Group, and what impact could this have on the company's long-term growth direction?

Given that Kriti Nutrients operates in the edible oils and soybean processing sector, how could the leadership continuity decisions influence the company's expansion plans amid rising competition and volatile commodity prices?

Will minority shareholders raise any concerns regarding the family-dominated board structure during the ensuing General Meeting, and could this affect the approval of the proposed reappointments?

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