NTPC receives 'Performer' ESG rating of 61 from Niche Ninety Nine
- NTPC received an ESG score of 61, categorized as 'Performer'
- Rating provided by SEBI-registered Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications
- Report prepared independently based on public domain information
- Disclosure made under Regulation 30 of SEBI LODR Regulations

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Power major NTPC has been assigned an Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating of "Performer" with a score of 61 by Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications (OPC) Private Limited. The disclosure was made on September 18, 2026.
The rating agency is a SEBI-registered Category-II Subscriber-Pays ESG Rating provider. The company informed the stock exchanges pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Independent Assessment
NTPC clarified that it did not engage Niche Ninety Nine for the rating process. The report was prepared independently by the agency using information available in the public domain.
Key Details
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Rating Agency | Niche Ninety Nine Capability and Certifications |
| ESG Score | 61 |
| Rating Category | Performer |
| Disclosure Date | September 18, 2026 |
The Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, Ritu Arora, signed the intimation letter issued from the corporate centre in New Delhi.
Historical Stock Returns for NTPC
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.85% | -2.10% | -3.17% | -13.76% | -3.13% | 0.0% |
How might NTPC's 'Performer' ESG rating influence its ability to secure green financing or lower its cost of capital in international markets?
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