Nexus Select Trust Submits Annual Report for Financial Year Ended March 31, 2026
Nexus Select Trust has submitted its Annual Report for FY ended March 31, 2026, reporting 12% revenue growth to ₹2,568.00 crore and full-year consumption of ₹143 billion with 15% YoY growth. Annual footfalls exceeded 137 million, leasing occupancy held at 97%, and DPU grew 9% to ₹9.081 per unit, maintaining 100% NDCF payout since listing. NAV per unit increased 8% to ₹164, with Gross Asset Value at ₹305,583 million and Net Asset Value at ₹24,846.30 crore. The Trust added two assets during the year — Nexus Vega City in Bengaluru and Nexus MBD Neopolis in Ludhiana — and targets NOI of around ₹21 billion in FY 2026-27 with approximately 9% DPU growth.

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Nexus Select Trust has filed its Annual Report for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, with the National Stock Exchange of India Limited and BSE Limited, pursuant to Regulations 23(2) and 23(5)(e) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Real Estate Investment Trusts) Regulations, 2014. The Annual Report was approved by the Board of Directors of Nexus Select Mall Management Private Limited, Manager to the Trust, at its meeting held on June 24, 2026, and has been uploaded on the Trust's website at www.nexusselecttrust.com .
Financial Performance Highlights
FY 2025-26 represented another year of strong operational and financial performance for the Trust. The following table summarises key consolidated financial results:
| Particulars: | FY 2025-26 | FY 2024-25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹2,568.00 crore | ₹2,282.89 crore | +12% |
| Total Income: | ₹2,655.30 crore | ₹2,399.41 crore | +11% |
| EBITDA: | ₹1,820.23 crore | ₹1,668.76 crore | +9% |
| Profit for the Year: | ₹403.47 crore | ₹482.81 crore | -16% |
| Total Comprehensive Income: | ₹403.88 crore | ₹482.62 crore | -16% |
The 16% decline in profit for the year was primarily attributable to amendments to the Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) introduced by the Finance Act, 2026, resulting in a one-time tax expense of ₹122.81 crore recognized in the consolidated statement of profit and loss.
Operational Highlights
Full-year consumption reached ₹143 billion, representing year-on-year growth of 15%, while annual footfalls exceeded 137 million across the portfolio, reflecting a 7% year-on-year growth. Leasing occupancy remained at 97%, reflecting sustained retailer confidence. Net Operating Income increased 13% to ₹19 billion, and Distribution Per Unit grew 9% to ₹9.081 per unit, maintaining the Trust's track record of 100% NDCF payout since listing.
| Operational Metric: | FY 2025-26 |
|---|---|
| Full-Year Consumption: | ₹143 Bn (15% YoY growth) |
| Annual Footfalls: | 137 Mn+ (7% YoY growth) |
| Leasing Occupancy: | 97% |
| Trading Occupancy: | 96% |
| Net Operating Income: | ₹19 Bn (13% YoY growth) |
| Distribution Per Unit (DPU): | ₹9.081 (9% YoY growth) |
| NAV Per Unit: | ₹164 (8% YoY increase) |
| Average Receivables: | ~3 days |
Portfolio Overview
The Trust's portfolio comprises 19 Grade-A Urban Consumption Centres across 15 leading Indian cities, with approximately 10.7 million square feet of gross leasable retail area housing approximately 1,100 domestic and international brands across 3,200+ stores. Complementing the retail portfolio are 1.3 million square feet of office space and three co-located premium hotels comprising 450 keys.
During FY 2025-26, two assets were added to the portfolio:
| Acquisition: | Details |
|---|---|
| Nexus Vega City, Bengaluru: | Acquired; already delivering improved performance post-integration |
| Nexus MBD Neopolis, Ludhiana: | Acquired along with a 96-key hotel asset; 16% sales growth post-acquisition |
Additionally, the Board approved the acquisition of approximately 60,000 sq. ft. of Gross Leasable Area adjacent to Nexus Elante Mall, Chandigarh, completed on December 5, 2025, at a total enterprise value of INR 253.7 crores.
Balance Sheet and Capital Markets
The Trust's Gross Asset Value stood at ₹305,583 million as of March 31, 2026. Total assets at fair value were ₹32,240.60 crore, total liabilities were ₹7,394.30 crore, and Net Asset Value was ₹24,846.30 crore, translating to a NAV per unit of ₹164. Gross Debt stood at ₹62 Bn with Net Debt at ₹54 Bn, and Net Debt to GAV (LTV) at 18.0%. The weighted average cost of borrowing stood at 7.3% per annum, a reduction of 60 basis points compared to the previous year.
| Balance Sheet Metric: | As at March 31, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Total Assets (Fair Value): | ₹32,240.60 crore |
| Total Liabilities: | ₹7,394.30 crore |
| Net Asset Value: | ₹24,846.30 crore |
| NAV Per Unit: | ₹164 |
| Number of Units: | 1.52 Bn |
| Gross Debt: | ₹62 Bn |
| Net Debt: | ₹54 Bn |
| Net Debt to GAV (LTV): | 18.0% |
| Average Debt Cost: | 7.3% p.a. |
The Trust holds CRISIL AAA (Stable) and ICRA AAA/Stable credit ratings for its non-convertible debentures, and CRISIL A1+ and IND A1+ ratings for its commercial papers. Total distributions since listing amounted to ₹37 Bn, with a unitholder base of approximately 71,000 as of March 2026.
ESG and Sustainability Highlights
During FY 2025-26, the Trust achieved a 37% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions from its FY 2020 baseline, with renewable energy contributing approximately 49% of the total energy mix for HVAC and common areas. Total renewable energy capacity expanded to approximately 60 MW (DC). The Trust achieved CO2 reduction of 29,639 tCO2e from the baseline year FY20, and 18 out of 19 malls achieved Zero Liquid Discharge. CSR expenditure for the year stood at approximately ₹126.18 Mn, with initiatives spanning lake rejuvenation, menstrual hygiene awareness, and community development. The Trust was recognized as a Great Place to Work for the sixth consecutive year.
Business Outlook
Looking ahead to FY 2026-27, the Trust expects Net Operating Income to reach around ₹21 billion, alongside DPU growth of approximately 9%. The Trust's long-term ambition is to build a 30–35 mall platform by 2030 through disciplined and capital-efficient inorganic growth, with a target of generating over ₹35 billion of NOI at scale. The Trust continues to evaluate acquisition opportunities selectively, with emphasis on strategic fit, valuation discipline, and long-term DPU accretion.
Historical Stock Returns for Nexus Select Trust REIT
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.03% | +0.30% | +6.65% | +1.38% | +13.46% | +58.15% |
How will the recent reduction in borrowing costs influence the Trust's leverage strategy as it pursues its target of a 30–35 mall platform by 2030?
What specific acquisition criteria or valuation metrics is the Trust prioritizing to ensure continued DPU accretion in a potentially rising interest rate environment?
With renewable energy now comprising nearly half of the energy mix, what are the projected cost savings and ESG rating improvements expected from further increasing this capacity?



























