Tirupati Fincorp net profit rises 112% to ₹351.39 lakh in Q1FY26
Tirupati Fincorp Limited posted a Q1FY26 net profit of ₹351.39 lakh, reversing a Q4FY26 loss, driven by strong securities trading performance. The Board approved the results, appointed Rajesh Shantilal Vakharia as CEO, and reconstituted audit and stakeholder committees, while facing continued RBI regulatory challenges regarding its NBFC status.

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Tirupati Fincorp Limited reported a standalone net profit of ₹351.39 lakh for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1FY26), marking a sharp recovery from the net loss of ₹437.36 lakh recorded in the preceding quarter. The turnaround was primarily fueled by a surge in revenue from securities transactions, which stood at ₹360.21 lakh compared to ₹179.83 lakh in Q4FY26. This performance positions the company with a positive earnings per share of ₹6.62, reversing the diluted loss of ₹8.23 per share seen in March 2026.
The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results during its meeting held on August 06, 2026. Alongside the financial approval, the Board executed significant changes in its leadership structure. Bansri Bhavesh Dedhia resigned from her position as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Director effective August 06, 2026, while Dipak Ishwarlal Parikh stepped down as Independent Director on the same date. To fill these vacancies, the Board appointed Rajesh Shantilal Vakharia as the new CEO and Director for a five-year term, subject to shareholder approval. Additionally, Kinjal Darshit Parkhiya was appointed as an Additional Independent Director for the financial year 2026-27.
Financial Performance Breakdown
The company’s operational results reflect a distinct shift in revenue composition between its two primary segments: lending/financing and investment/trading in securities.
| Particulars | Q1FY26 (₹ Lakh) | Q4FY26 (₹ Lakh) | Q1FY25 (₹ Lakh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interest Income | 198.39 | 230.73 | 478.78 |
| Revenue from Securities | 360.21 | 179.83 | 553.53 |
| Total Income | 558.60 | 410.56 | 1,032.31 |
| Total Expenses | 86.33 | 896.37 | 810.71 |
| Net Profit/(Loss) | 351.39 | (437.36) | 165.84 |
Interest income declined to ₹198.39 lakh from ₹230.73 lakh in the prior quarter, continuing a downward trend from ₹478.78 lakh in Q1FY25. However, this was more than offset by the robust performance in securities trading. Total expenses dropped significantly to ₹86.33 lakh from ₹896.37 lakh in Q4FY26, aided by a negative impairment loss on loans of ₹(241.95) lakh, compared to a positive impairment charge of ₹210.69 lakh in the previous quarter.
What the Numbers Show
The financial data reveals a strategic pivot where securities trading has become the dominant profit driver, accounting for approximately 64% of total income in Q1FY26. In contrast, the lending segment, while generating positive pre-tax profits of ₹240.38 lakh, contributes less to the top line than in previous periods. The dramatic reduction in total expenses is largely attributable to the reversal or credit nature of the impairment loss on loans, suggesting a potential cleanup of legacy loan assets or a change in provisioning methodology. This divergence highlights that the current profitability is heavily reliant on capital markets activity rather than traditional lending yields, which have compressed significantly year-on-year.
Regulatory Risks and Governance Updates
Despite the improved financial metrics, the company faces material regulatory headwinds. Statutory auditors JCR & Co. LLP highlighted in their limited review report that Tirupati Fincorp continued financing activities despite the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelling its NBFC Certificate of Registration effective April 30, 2019, and rejecting its re-application on May 19, 2025. The RBI directed the company to stop financing business immediately. Although the Board passed a resolution on August 11, 2025, stating it would not pursue NBFC business, the company has sought a six-month extension from the RBI for compliance, the outcome of which remains awaited.
Furthermore, the audit report disclosed critical internal control gaps, noting an inability to verify interest income and expense due to missing loan documents. A ransomware cyber-attack on July 03, 2026, compromised all financial data and backups, though management claims no financial loss resulted from this event. The auditors also noted that Profession Tax deducted from employees’ salaries had not been remitted to statutory authorities, and mandatory registration was not obtained.
The Board also appointed M/s. CGCA & Associates LLP as the new Statutory Auditor for five consecutive years, holding office from the conclusion of the 44th AGM till the conclusion of the 48th AGM for the financial year ending 2030-31. The Audit Committee was reconstituted with Sandesh Mohan Nikam as Chairman, Kinjal Darshit Parkhiya as Member, and Sheetal Mitesh Shah as Member. The Stakeholders Relationship Committee was led by Arvind Jethalal Gala, with Sheetal Mitesh Shah and Tejas Chandravadan Trivedi as members.
How will the RBI's decision on the six-month compliance extension impact Tirupati Fincorp's ability to sustain its current securities trading operations?
What specific measures has the new CEO, Rajesh Shantilal Vakharia, outlined to rebuild trust with regulators given the history of operating without an NBFC license?
Given the ransomware attack compromised all financial data and backups, what is the timeline for restoring data integrity and verifying the accuracy of the reported Q1FY26 results?




























