Universal Cables FY26 net profit jumps 68.5%; dividend declared

Universal Cables Limited has reported its audited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company recorded its highest-ever turnover of ₹3,022.67 crores for FY 2025-26, representing a growth of 25.50% compared to the previous year. The standalone net profit for the year stood at ₹96.53 crores, marking an increase of 68.52% year-on-year.

Financial Performance

The revenue from operations for the fourth quarter ended March 31, 2026, was ₹840.27 crores, up from ₹674.03 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q4 FY26 was ₹21.75 crores, compared to ₹27.0 crores in the same quarter of the previous year. On a consolidated basis, the net profit for the year rose to ₹163.11 crores from ₹89.39 crores in the previous fiscal year. The EBITDA margin improved to 9.60% during FY 2025-26 from 8.40% in the previous year.

The Q4 EBITDA stood at ₹68.9 crores, up from ₹61.8 crores in the corresponding quarter of the previous year. However, the Q4 EBITDA margin contracted to 8.20% from 9.17% on a year-on-year basis. The following table summarises the key standalone financial metrics for the full year and Q4:

Metric:	FY 2025-26	FY 2024-25	Q4 FY26	Q4 FY25
Revenue from Operations (₹ crores):	3,022.67	2,408.39	840.27	674.03
Net Profit / PAT (₹ crores):	96.53	57.28	21.75	27.00
EBITDA (₹ crores):	288.96	202.42	68.90	61.80
EBITDA Margin (%):	9.60	8.40	8.20	9.17
Profit Before Tax (₹ crores):	135.13	71.25	—	—

Dividend and Fund Raising

The Board of Directors has recommended a dividend of ₹4.50 per share (45%) for FY 2025-26, subject to shareholder approval. Additionally, the board approved raising funds up to ₹200 crores through the issuance of Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) on a private placement basis. A "Debenture Issue & Allotment Committee" has been constituted to facilitate this process.

Strategic Expansion and Appointments

The company is progressing with its capacity expansion project, with an estimated capital outlay of ₹550 crores. The board also approved a technological upgradation plan for the EHV Cable facility at Satna with an outlay of approximately ₹73 crores. In management changes, Shri Ajay Kumar Sharma was appointed as the Company Secretary and Chief Compliance Officer effective May 23, 2026. The board also noted the cessation of Shri Bachh Raj Nahar as a Director effective June 13, 2026.

1 Day	5 Days	1 Month	6 Months	1 Year	5 Years
-0.94%	+2.88%	+18.72%	+33.10%	+80.38%	+521.00%

Universal Cables Limited has authorized its Key Managerial Personnel (KMP) to determine the materiality of events and information for disclosure purposes. The decision was taken by the Board of Directors during a meeting held on May 23, 2026. This move is in accordance with Regulation 30(5) of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.

Authorized Personnel

The company has designated three senior executives responsible for assessing materiality and making necessary disclosures to the stock exchanges. These officers are empowered to ensure timely and accurate compliance with regulatory requirements.

S.No.	Name and Designation	Contact Details
1	Shri Y.S.Lodha Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer	Universal Cables Limited, 5th Floor, Signature Tower III, Tower-C, Sector 15-II, NH-8, Near 32nd Avenue, Gurugram, Haryana – 122 001, India E-mail: yslodha@mpbirla.com
2	Shri Gopal Agarwal Chief Financial Officer	Universal Cables Limited P.O. Birla Vikas, Satna (M.P.) – 485005 Phone : (07672) 414000, 257121 E-mail: gopal.agarwal@unistar.co.in
3	Shri Ajay Kumar Sharma Company Secretary & Chief Compliance Officer	Universal Cables Limited P.O. Birla Vikas, Satna (M.P.) – 485005 Phone : (07672) 414000, 257121 E-mail: ajay.sharma@unistar.co.in

The authorization covers the determination of materiality regarding any event or information and the subsequent disclosure of such material events to the Stock Exchanges. This framework ensures that universal cables maintains transparency and adheres to listing obligations.

The communication was formally addressed to BSE Limited and the National Stock Exchange of India Ltd. to update their records regarding the designated officers responsible for disclosures.