Polycab India Reappoints R. Nanabhoy & Co. as Cost Auditors for FY 2026-27

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Polycab India's Board of Directors, at its meeting on May 06, 2026, approved the re-appointment of R. Nanabhoy & Co., Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors for Financial Year 2026-27. The disclosure was made under Regulation 30(6) of SEBI Listing Regulations, with the intimation filed with BSE and NSE. R. Nanabhoy & Co., established in 1948, specialises in Cost and Management Accounting services.

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The Board of Directors of Polycab India Limited , at its meeting held on May 06, 2026, approved the re-appointment of R. Nanabhoy & Co., Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors for Financial Year 2026-27. The disclosure was made pursuant to Regulation 30(6) read with Schedule III of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, along with SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/49/14/14(7)2025-CFD-POD2/I/3762/2026 dated January 30, 2026.

Re-appointment Details

The following table outlines the key details of the re-appointment as disclosed by the company:

Parameter: Details
Nature of Change: Re-appointment of Cost Auditors
Firm Name: R. Nanabhoy & Co., Cost Accountants
Effective Date: May 06, 2026
Appointment Period: Financial Year 2026-27

About R. Nanabhoy & Co.

R. Nanabhoy & Co. is a firm of Cost Accountants established in 1948 by Late Shri. R. Nanabhoy. The firm is engaged in offering a wider spectrum of services in the areas of Cost and Management Accounting. The disclosure further noted that the question of relationships between Directors is not applicable in the context of this re-appointment, as it pertains to a cost auditor and not a director.

Regulatory Compliance

The intimation was submitted to both BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Limited in accordance with the applicable listing regulations. The company also confirmed that the information would be made available on its official website at www.polycab.com . The disclosure was signed by Manita Carmen A. Gonsalves, Vice President Legal and Company Secretary, bearing Membership No. A18321.

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Polycab India FY26 Results: Record Revenue, 32% PAT Growth & ₹47 Dividend

7 min read     Updated on 07 May 2026, 04:15 AM
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Polycab India reported record FY26 consolidated revenue of ₹2,88,837.92 million (up 29% YoY) and net profit of ₹27,084.27 million (up 32% YoY), with EBITDA growing 35% YoY to ₹40,057 million. The Board recommended a final dividend of ₹47 per share, while standalone net profit rose to ₹26,009.47 million. The results were filed under Regulation 33 with audited standalone and consolidated financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2026.

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The Board of Directors of Polycab India , at its meeting held on May 06, 2026, approved the audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, in compliance with Regulation 33 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The company delivered its highest-ever quarterly and yearly revenue and profitability, with consolidated revenues surpassing ₹285 billion for the first time. The results carry an unmodified opinion from statutory auditors B S R & Co. LLP. EBITDA margins remained within the guided range of 12%–14%, while the EPC business reported a 15% yearly decline in revenues attributed to project timing issues. In accordance with Regulation 30 of SEBI (LODR) Regulations, 2015, the company also hosted an Earnings Conference Call with Investors and Analysts on May 06, 2026, wherein Senior Management discussed the Q4 FY26 performance followed by an interactive question and answer session.

Commenting on the performance, Mr. Inder T. Jaisinghani, Chairman and Managing Director, said: "FY26 has been a defining year for our company, marked by our strong execution and ability to capture domestic market share, which increased by approximately 3-4% during the year. This growth reflects the success of Project Spring, which has structurally strengthened our competitive position and enabled us to outperform the broader industry. We closed the year on a high note with a robust Q4 FY26 performance, delivering 27% YoY growth in consolidated revenue, driven by sustained demand across our Wires & Cables and FMEG segments. Despite a challenging external environment, we achieved our highest-ever quarterly PAT of approximately ₹7.9 billion, underscoring the resilience and strength of our operating model. Overall, FY26 stands out as a landmark year, with record revenues, EBITDA, and profitability, reinforcing our leadership in the Indian electrical industry."

Consolidated Financial Performance

Polycab India delivered a robust financial performance for FY26 on a consolidated basis. Revenue from operations grew to ₹2,88,837.92 million (up 29% YoY) from ₹2,24,083.13 million in FY25. EBITDA for FY26 grew 35% YoY to ₹40,057 million from ₹29,602 million in FY25, with EBITDA margins at 13.9%. Net profit for the year rose 32% YoY to ₹27,084.27 million from ₹20,455.37 million in FY25, with PAT margins at 9.4%. For Q4 FY26, revenue from operations stood at ₹88,645 million (up 27% YoY), EBITDA grew 13% YoY to ₹11,613 million with margins at 13.1%, and PAT grew 7% YoY to ₹7,856 million with PAT margins at 8.9%.

The following table summarises the key consolidated financial metrics:

Metric: Q4 FY26 Q4 FY25 FY26 FY25
Revenue from Operations (₹ million): 88,644.77 69,857.98 2,88,837.92 2,24,083.13
Total Income (₹ million): 89,248.95 70,338.68 2,91,200.44 2,26,159.49
EBITDA (₹ million): 11,613 10,200 40,057 29,602
EBITDA Margin (%): 13.1% 14.7% 13.9%
Profit Before Tax (₹ million): 10,492.88 9,605.57 36,130.75 27,008.45
Net Profit (₹ million): 7,856.04 7,343.62 27,084.27 20,455.37
Basic EPS (₹): 52.18 48.31 177.53 134.34
Diluted EPS (₹): 52.00 48.13 176.95 133.80

Segment-Wise Performance

Across its three business segments on a consolidated basis, the Wires and Cables segment remained the dominant revenue contributor. For FY26, W&C business revenues grew 33% YoY to ₹2,51,789 million from ₹1,88,881 million in FY25, with strong growth across both distribution and institutional businesses. The international business contributed 5.4% of consolidated revenue for FY26. The FMEG segment reported revenue of ₹20,693 million for FY26 (up 25% YoY from ₹16,535 million in FY25), with solar products emerging as the standout performer, delivering nearly 2x growth YoY and becoming the largest category within the FMEG portfolio. The EPC segment recorded a 13% YoY decline for FY26, with EBIT margins at 9.9%.

For Q4 FY26, the W&C segment delivered 30% YoY growth, with the international business recording an 18% YoY increase and contributing 4.4% to consolidated revenues. The FMEG segment delivered 47% YoY growth for the quarter. The EPC business revenues declined 15% YoY for the quarter due to project timing, with EBIT margins at 7.6%.

Segment: FY26 Revenue (₹ million) FY25 Revenue (₹ million) FY26 Segment Result (₹ million) FY25 Segment Result (₹ million)
Wires and Cables: 2,55,344.18 1,92,366.33 34,781.17 26,203.17
FMEG: 20,693.28 16,821.75 548.38 (389.26)
EPC: 16,664.96 19,192.39 1,655.50 1,806.40

Key Highlights and Strategic Initiatives

The company reported market share gains in the domestic organised Wires and Cables industry, increasing to 30-31% in FY26 from 26-27% in FY25, reflecting the success of Project Spring. Capex spends for FY26 were ₹14.8 billion, a 54% increase from the previous year. The net cash position improved significantly to ₹41.9 billion as of March 31, 2026, against ₹24.6 billion in the previous year. Subsequent to the reporting date, the company incorporated a wholly-owned subsidiary, Polycon Infra Projects Private Limited, on April 24, 2026, established to undertake EPC projects in the power distribution, transmission, and telecom infrastructure sectors.

Dividend Recommendation

The Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹47 per equity share of face value ₹10 each for FY26, representing a payout of 470% and a dividend payout ratio of 27.2%, up from 26.3% in the prior year — in line with Project Spring's goal of increasing dividend payout to above 30% by FY30. If approved, the dividend would result in a net cash outflow of approximately ₹7,076 million. The dividend is subject to approval of members at the ensuing Annual General Meeting and, if approved, will be paid within 30 days from the date of the Annual General Meeting.

Dividend Detail: Details
Dividend per Share: ₹47
Face Value: ₹10 per equity share
Payout Rate: 470%
Dividend Payout Ratio (FY26): 27.2%
Dividend Payout Ratio (FY25): 26.3%
Estimated Cash Outflow: ~₹7,076 million
Subject To: Member approval at ensuing AGM
Payment Timeline: Within 30 days from date of AGM
Record Date: To be intimated in due course

Standalone Financial Highlights

On a standalone basis, Polycab India reported revenue from operations of ₹2,81,851.77 million for FY26, compared to ₹2,20,515.45 million in FY25. Total income for the year stood at ₹2,84,124.65 million versus ₹2,22,589.40 million in FY25. Profit before tax for FY26 was ₹34,684.15 million compared to ₹26,199.73 million in FY25, and net profit for the year was ₹26,009.47 million against ₹19,865.74 million in the prior year. Basic earnings per share on a standalone basis stood at ₹172.81 for FY26, compared to ₹132.12 in FY25. The standalone figures for FY25 have been restated to reflect the amalgamation of Uniglobus Electricals and Electronics Private Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary, with the company effective April 1, 2025, as approved by the NCLT, Ahmedabad Bench, vide its order dated February 27, 2026.

Standalone Metric: FY26 FY25 (Restated)
Revenue from Operations (₹ million): 2,81,851.77 2,20,515.45
Total Income (₹ million): 2,84,124.65 2,22,589.40
Profit Before Tax (₹ million): 34,684.15 26,199.73
Net Profit (₹ million): 26,009.47 19,865.74
Basic EPS (₹): 172.81 132.12
Diluted EPS (₹): 172.25 131.58

Corporate Governance and Organisational Changes

The Board approved several key governance and management decisions at its May 06, 2026 meeting, including the re-appointment of Ernst & Young LLP as Internal Auditors and R. Nanabhoy & Co., Cost Accountants, as Cost Auditors for FY2026-27. Senior management redesignations included Mr. Ishwinder Khurana as Chief Executive Officer – B2C and Mr. Hetal Shah as Chief Executive Officer – EPC. The tenure of Mr. Niyant Maru as Chief Financial Officer has been extended till April 16, 2027. The audited standalone and consolidated financial statements were signed by Sreeja Marar (Partner, B S R & Co. LLP), Niyant Maru (Chief Financial Officer), and Manita Carmen A. Gonsalves (Vice President Legal and Company Secretary, Membership No. A18321), on behalf of the Board of Directors.

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