Paisalo Digital FY26: Net Profit at ₹23,468.91 Lakh; AUM Grows 17% to ₹61,009 Mn
Paisalo Digital's Board approved audited FY26 results with standalone net profit of ₹23,468.91 lakh and consolidated net profit of ₹23,720.61 lakh. AUM grew 17% YoY to ₹61,009 Mn, revenue rose 22% YoY to ₹9,437 Mn, and PAT increased 19% YoY to ₹2,372 Mn. The Board recommended a 10% final dividend and approved senior management role changes effective May 11, 2026.

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Paisalo Digital Limited's Board of Directors, at its meeting held on May 10, 2026, approved the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended March 31, 2026. The results were reviewed by the Audit Committee at its meeting held on May 9, 2026, and audited by statutory auditors Saket Jain & Co., Chartered Accountants, who issued an unmodified audit opinion on both standalone and consolidated financial statements. The consolidated financial results include the results of wholly owned subsidiary Nupur Finvest Private Limited, a RBI-registered Non-Banking Finance Company. The financial results were subsequently published in newspapers on May 11, 2026, pursuant to applicable regulations of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015. In furtherance of its disclosure obligations, Paisalo Digital also held a Q4FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 11, 2026, with the audio recording now hosted on the company's website.
Key Operational Highlights
Paisalo Digital's FY26 operational metrics reflect broad-based growth across business parameters. The company's Assets Under Management (AUM) grew 17% year-on-year to ₹61,009 Mn, while revenue rose 22% YoY to ₹9,437 Mn. Profit After Tax (PAT) increased 19% YoY to ₹2,372 Mn. The company expanded its reach across 22 states, serving 16 million lives through 5,299 touch points. Promoter stake stood at 41.7%, reflecting a 4.7% YoY increase. Net NPA (NNPA) remained low at 0.61%.
| Metric: | FY26 Performance |
|---|---|
| AUM: | ₹61,009 Mn (+17% YoY) |
| Revenue: | ₹9,437 Mn (+22% YoY) |
| PAT: | ₹2,372 Mn (+19% YoY) |
| Lives Touched: | 16 Mn |
| States: | 22 |
| Touch Points: | 5,299 |
| Promoter Stake: | 41.7% (+4.7% YoY) |
| NNPA: | 0.61% |
Standalone Financial Performance
Paisalo Digital's standalone financials reflect broad-based income growth for FY26. Total income for the full year rose to ₹91,740.63 lakh from ₹73,483.19 lakh in FY25, driven primarily by interest income, which increased to ₹87,867.09 lakh from ₹66,023.60 lakh. The following table summarises key standalone financial metrics:
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Audited) | Q3 FY26 (Unaudited) | Q4 FY25 (Audited) | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income (₹ lakh): | 25,567.25 | 23,631.33 | 18,971.68 | 91,740.63 | 73,483.19 |
| Interest Income (₹ lakh): | 24,738.20 | 23,987.47 | 17,809.48 | 87,867.09 | 66,023.60 |
| Fees & Commission Income (₹ lakh): | 828.96 | (357.77) | 1,076.23 | 3,871.82 | 7,098.84 |
| Total Expenses (₹ lakh): | 15,999.74 | 14,735.32 | 12,882.96 | 60,157.65 | 47,023.20 |
| Finance Costs (₹ lakh): | 8,609.81 | 9,302.69 | 8,167.59 | 36,520.77 | 30,930.05 |
| Profit Before Tax (₹ lakh): | 9,567.51 | 8,817.62 | 6,148.18 | 31,504.59 | 26,519.45 |
| Net Profit (₹ lakh): | 7,124.99 | 6,596.86 | 4,500.82 | 23,468.91 | 19,768.70 |
| Basic EPS (₹): | 0.79 | 0.73 | 0.50 | 2.59 | 2.20 |
| Diluted EPS (₹): | 0.79 | 0.73 | 0.50 | 2.59 | 2.20 |
Total expenses on a standalone basis for FY26 stood at ₹60,157.65 lakh compared to ₹47,023.20 lakh in FY25. Employee benefit expenses were ₹7,435.43 lakh for FY26, while impairment on financial instruments rose to ₹3,764.84 lakh from ₹1,868.43 lakh in the prior year.
Consolidated Financial Performance
On a consolidated basis, Paisalo Digital reported total income of ₹94,369.76 lakh for FY26, compared to ₹77,110.66 lakh in FY25. Consolidated interest income for the year was ₹90,471.96 lakh, up from ₹69,636.70 lakh. The table below presents the consolidated performance highlights:
| Metric: | Q4 FY26 (Audited) | Q3 FY26 (Unaudited) | Q4 FY25 (Audited) | FY26 (Audited) | FY25 (Audited) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Income (₹ lakh): | 26,092.28 | 24,005.35 | 19,377.19 | 94,369.76 | 77,110.66 |
| Interest Income (₹ lakh): | 25,257.46 | 24,355.41 | 18,207.71 | 90,471.96 | 69,636.70 |
| Total Expenses (₹ lakh): | 16,391.52 | 15,046.62 | 13,144.42 | 62,450.41 | 50,353.45 |
| Finance Costs (₹ lakh): | 8,758.26 | 9,471.08 | 8,582.59 | 37,433.37 | 32,830.61 |
| Profit Before Tax (₹ lakh): | 9,700.76 | 8,880.34 | 6,311.14 | 31,840.96 | 26,835.58 |
| Net Profit (₹ lakh): | 7,223.00 | 6,626.15 | 4,628.51 | 23,720.61 | 20,012.07 |
| Basic EPS (₹): | 0.80 | 0.73 | 0.51 | 2.62 | 2.23 |
| Diluted EPS (₹): | 0.80 | 0.73 | 0.51 | 2.62 | 2.23 |
Balance Sheet and Key Financial Ratios
The standalone balance sheet as at March 31, 2026 showed total assets of ₹6,19,165.93 lakh, compared to ₹5,08,612.36 lakh as at March 31, 2025. The standalone loan book stood at ₹5,79,400.67 lakh, up from ₹4,75,074.95 lakh. On a consolidated basis, total assets were ₹6,29,973.32 lakh against ₹5,25,459.71 lakh in the prior year, with consolidated loans at ₹5,92,950.57 lakh. The standalone cash and cash equivalents at the end of the period stood at ₹14,982.18 lakh, while on a consolidated basis, cash and cash equivalents closed at ₹15,000.88 lakh. Key financial ratios as at March 31, 2026 are presented below:
| Parameter: | Standalone | Consolidated |
|---|---|---|
| Debt-Equity Ratio (times): | 2.41 | 2.43 |
| Net Worth (₹ lakh): | 1,73,279.08 | 1,75,284.70 |
| Net Profit After Tax (₹ lakh): | 23,468.91 | 23,720.61 |
| EPS – Basic & Diluted (₹): | 2.59 | 2.62 |
| Current Ratio (times): | 5.09 | 5.16 |
| Net Profit Margin (%): | 34.34% | 33.74% |
| Net Interest Margin (%): | 6.83% | 6.86% |
| GNPA (%): | 0.76% | 0.74% |
| NNPA (%): | 0.61% | 0.59% |
| Total Debts to Total Assets: | 0.69 | 0.69 |
| Long Term Debt to Working Capital (times): | 0.65 | 0.65 |
| Bad Debts to Account Receivable Ratio: | 0.01 | 0.01 |
| Current Liability Ratio (times): | 0.27 | 0.27 |
Cash Flow Highlights
On a standalone basis, net cash from operating activities for FY26 was ₹(85,453.55) lakh, while net cash from financing activities was ₹91,590.34 lakh, resulting in a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of ₹4,615.41 lakh. On a consolidated basis, net cash from operating activities was ₹(78,276.16) lakh and net cash from financing activities was ₹84,317.49 lakh, with a net increase in cash and cash equivalents of ₹4,519.95 lakh. The standalone cash and cash equivalents at the beginning of the period were ₹10,366.77 lakh, closing at ₹14,982.18 lakh, while consolidated cash and cash equivalents opened at ₹10,480.93 lakh and closed at ₹15,000.88 lakh.
Debt Issuances During the Quarter
During the quarter ended March 31, 2026, the company issued the following Non-Convertible Debentures and Commercial Papers:
| Instrument: | Details |
|---|---|
| NCD Type: | 9.25% Secured Listed Rated Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures |
| Date of Allotment (NCD): | 18.03.2026 |
| No. of NCDs: | 51,000 |
| Maturity Value (NCD): | ₹51.00 Crores |
| CP Type: | Commercial Papers (Listed), Face Value ₹5 Lakh per CP, Maturity 91 days |
| Discounted Price per CP: | ₹4,86,064.00 |
| Date of Allotment (CP): | 27.02.2026 |
| No. of CPs: | 600 |
| Maturity Value (CP): | ₹30.00 Crores |
The asset cover available as on March 31, 2026 in respect of listed secured debt securities is 1.10 times. All secured NCDs are secured by way of an exclusive/first pari-passu charge on receivables as stated in the respective transaction documents. Additionally, the Board approved raising of funds through issuance of Non-Convertible Debt Securities on a private placement or public issue basis, subject to the borrowing limit of ₹9,000 Crores as approved by shareholders through a Special Resolution passed on September 29, 2025. The public issue component envisages up to 90,00,000 Secured, Rated, Listed Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures of face value ₹1,000 each, aggregating up to ₹900 crore, to be issued in one or more tranches.
Dividend, Management Changes and Other Disclosures
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of 10% (i.e., Re. 0.10) per fully paid equity share of face value Re. 1.00 each for the year ended March 31, 2026, subject to approval by shareholders at the ensuing Annual General Meeting. The paid-up equity share capital as at March 31, 2026 stood at ₹9,095.84 lakh.
The Board also approved changes in the role and designation of two senior managerial personnel, effective May 11, 2026. The key personnel changes are detailed below:
| Personnel: | Previous Role: | New Role: |
|---|---|---|
| Mr. Gaurav Chaubey: | Chief Risk Officer (CRO) | Chief Business Officer (CBO) |
| Mr. BVSKT Bhaskar: | Senior Vice President Business (SVP Business) | Chief Risk Officer (CRO) |
Mr. Gaurav Chaubey holds a Bachelor's degree in Science from Kumaun University and a Master's in Management Studies from Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology Allahabad, with over 22 years of experience in the banking and financial services industry. Mr. BVSKT Bhaskar holds a Master's degree in Commerce and is a Certified Associate of the Indian Institute of Bankers, with over 36 years of experience in the banking industry. The company operates in a single business segment, namely financing, and accordingly there are no separate reportable segments as per IND AS 108. The financial results have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 and in compliance with SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015.
Q4FY26 Earnings Conference Call
In continuation of its investor engagement, Paisalo Digital held its Q4FY26 Earnings Conference Call on May 11, 2026, as previously intimated to the stock exchanges vide a letter dated May 05, 2026. The presentation made to participants was disclosed to the exchanges on the same date. The audio recording of the earnings call has been hosted on the company's website and is available at https://paisalo.in/Content/Audio/Arihant%20Cap-Paisalo%20Digital-May11-2026.mp3 .
Historical Stock Returns for Paisalo Digital
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| +3.71% | -5.29% | +17.52% | +38.69% | +32.73% | +52.52% |
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