NELCO Limited Reports Mixed FY26 Results with Quarterly Recovery and Dividend
NELCO Limited published audited FY26 results showing total income of Rs 31,096 lakhs with profit declining to Rs 332 lakhs from previous year's Rs 953 lakhs. The company demonstrated quarterly recovery in Q4 FY26 with profit of Rs 109 lakhs compared to loss of Rs 408 lakhs in Q4 FY25. Board recommended final dividend of Rs 1 per equity share subject to shareholder approval.

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NELCO Limited has published its audited consolidated and standalone financial results for FY26 ended March 31, 2026, in Business Standard and Sakal newspapers on April 22, 2026. The Board of Directors approved these results at their meeting held on April 20, 2026.
Consolidated Financial Performance
NELCO Limited reported total income of Rs 31,096 lakhs for FY26, compared to Rs 31,005 lakhs in the previous year. However, profit for the year declined to Rs 332 lakhs from Rs 953 lakhs in FY25. Total comprehensive income for the year was Rs 321 lakhs, down from Rs 934 lakhs in the previous year.
The quarterly performance showed improvement with Q4 FY26 total income reaching Rs 8,111 lakhs, up from Rs 7,016 lakhs in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The company posted a profit of Rs 109 lakhs for the quarter, a significant turnaround from a loss of Rs 408 lakhs in Q4 FY25.
| Particulars: | Q4 FY26 | Q4 FY25 | FY26 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income: | Rs 8,111 lakhs | Rs 7,016 lakhs | Rs 31,096 lakhs | Rs 31,005 lakhs |
| Profit Before Tax: | Rs 175 lakhs | Rs 113 lakhs | Rs 840 lakhs | Rs 1,966 lakhs |
| Profit for Period/Year: | Rs 109 lakhs | Rs (408) lakhs | Rs 332 lakhs | Rs 953 lakhs |
| Earnings Per Share: | Rs 0.48 | Rs (1.79) | Rs 1.45 | Rs 4.18 |
Standalone Business Performance
The standalone operations showed income from operations of Rs 19,770 lakhs for FY26, compared to Rs 20,563 lakhs in the previous year. Profit after tax for the year stood at Rs 609 lakhs, down from Rs 981 lakhs in FY25. For Q4 FY26, income from operations was Rs 5,255 lakhs with profit after tax of Rs 279 lakhs.
| Standalone Metrics: | Q4 FY26 | Q4 FY25 | FY26 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Income from Operations: | Rs 5,255 lakhs | Rs 5,077 lakhs | Rs 19,770 lakhs | Rs 20,563 lakhs |
| Profit Before Tax: | Rs 380 lakhs | Rs 639 lakhs | Rs 825 lakhs | Rs 1,992 lakhs |
| Profit After Tax: | Rs 279 lakhs | Rs (3) lakhs | Rs 609 lakhs | Rs 981 lakhs |
Dividend Recommendation
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs 1 (10%) per equity share for FY26. The dividend payment is subject to approval by shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The company maintains an equity share capital of Rs 2,282 lakhs.
Business Segment
Based on evaluation of key financial parameters, the company operates in a single reportable segment - Network Systems. The complete audited financial results are available on stock exchange websites and the company's official website at www.nelco.in .
Historical Stock Returns for NELCO
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -3.50% | +2.74% | +15.64% | -22.23% | -25.34% | +269.43% |
What strategic initiatives is NELCO planning to implement in FY27 to reverse the declining profit trend and improve margins?
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