Newgen Software Technologies files BRSR for FY26
Newgen Software Technologies Limited filed its BRSR for FY26, reporting a workforce of 4,115 with 26.1% female representation. The company received reasonable assurance from Grant Thornton Bharat LLP on its sustainability disclosures, including a 38.6% renewable energy consumption rate and zero data breaches.

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Newgen Software Technologies Limited has filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26 with the stock exchanges. The filing includes an Independent Practitioners’ Reasonable Assurance Report on the BRSR Core Indicators, provided by Grant Thornton Bharat LLP. The report outlines the company's adherence to the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC) and details its performance across environmental, social, and governance parameters for the period ending March 31, 2026.
The assurance engagement covered non-financial information pertaining to core attributes of the BRSR, including energy and water footprints, greenhouse gas emissions, and employee wellbeing. Grant Thornton Bharat LLP confirmed that the Identified Sustainability Information is prepared, in all material respects, in accordance with the criteria, which include Regulation 34(2)(f) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Employee Statistics
The company reported a total workforce of 4,115 employees as of March 31, 2026. This includes 3,788 permanent employees and 327 other than permanent employees. The gender diversity metrics showed an improvement, with female employees constituting 26.1% of the total workforce, up from 25.5% in the previous financial year.
| Category | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Permanent Employees | 2811 | 977 | 3788 |
| Other than Permanent | 228 | 99 | 327 |
| Total Employees | 3039 | 1076 | 4115 |
The Board of Directors comprises eight members, three of whom are women, resulting in a female representation of 37.5%. The turnover rate for permanent employees stood at 18% for the financial year 2025-26.
Environmental Performance
Newgen disclosed its environmental footprint, stating that the total energy consumption was 2,799,944 kWh for the current year. The company reported that 38.6% of the total energy consumed was sourced from renewable options. Regarding greenhouse gas emissions, the Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions were recorded at 394.74 tCO2e, with an intensity of 0.32 tCO2e per million revenue adjusted for purchasing power parity.
| Parameter | Unit | FY 2025-26 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Energy Consumption | kWh | 2,799,944 |
| % Energy from Renewable Sources | % | 38.6% |
| Total GHG Emissions (Scope 1 & 2) | tCO2e | 394.74 |
| GHG Emission Intensity | tCO2e / Million Revenue | 0.32 |
The company has implemented initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint, including the installation of rooftop solar power plants with a total capacity of 225 kW across its offices in New Delhi, Noida, and Chennai. Additionally, the company procures 100% green power for its major offices in Mumbai.
Governance and Compliance
The report confirmed that Newgen has policies in place covering all nine principles of the NGRBC. The company stated that there were no fines, penalties, or punitive actions imposed by regulators during the financial year. It also reported zero instances of data breaches or cyber security events involving customer data.
The company spent on measures towards the well-being of employees, though the specific percentage of revenue was not detailed in the filing. The report also highlighted that the company has a mechanism for Zero Liquid Discharge at its Chennai office and follows the Reduce-Reuse-Recycle approach for waste management.
Historical Stock Returns for Newgen Software Technologies
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.99% | -1.25% | -2.64% | -44.33% | -58.38% | -32.86% |
What specific targets has Newgen set to increase the current 38.6% renewable energy share in the coming years?
How does the company plan to address the 18% employee turnover rate to retain talent and sustain growth?
Will Newgen expand its rooftop solar capacity beyond the current 225 kW to other office locations?






























