Balu Forge Industries Reports Strong Q3 FY26 Performance with 21.6% Revenue Growth
Balu Forge Industries reported strong Q3 FY26 results with revenue of Rs 3,111 Mn (21.6% YoY growth), EBITDA of Rs 845 Mn, and PAT of Rs 711 Mn. Nine months FY26 performance showed 29.0% revenue growth to Rs 8,438 Mn with 36.0% EBITDA growth. The company operationalized precision machining facilities and artillery shell production line, while achieving NATO Supply Chain induction during the quarter.

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Balu Forge Industries has delivered strong financial results for Q3 and nine months FY26, demonstrating sustained growth momentum across its precision engineering operations. The company reported revenue from operations of Rs 3,111 Mn for Q3 FY26, representing a 21.6% year-on-year increase, supported by robust demand across its diversified end-market portfolio.
Financial Performance Highlights
The company's quarterly performance showcased strong operational leverage with EBITDA reaching Rs 845 Mn, marking a 24.8% year-on-year growth. EBITDA margin remained healthy at 27.2%, reflecting stable cost structures and operational efficiency gains. Profit after tax for the quarter stood at Rs 711 Mn, up 20.5% from Q3 FY25, with PAT margin of 22.5%.
| Metric: | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | YoY Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | Rs 3,111 Mn | Rs 2,558 Mn | 21.6% |
| EBITDA: | Rs 845 Mn | Rs 677 Mn | 24.8% |
| PAT: | Rs 711 Mn | Rs 590 Mn | 20.5% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 27.2% | 26.5% | - |
| PAT Margin: | 22.5% | 22.2% | - |
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, the company achieved even stronger growth metrics with revenue from operations of Rs 8,438 Mn, representing 29.0% year-on-year growth. EBITDA for 9M FY26 reached Rs 2,396 Mn with 36.0% growth and margin expansion to 28.4%. PAT grew by 36.8% to Rs 1,932 Mn with margin of 22.6%.
Strategic Operational Milestones
During Q3 FY26, Balu Forge successfully operationalized several high-impact strategic assets positioning the company for sustained growth. The company commissioned precision machining facilities equipped with advanced 7-Axis and 11-Axis CNC machining lines, enabling manufacture of highly complex components from specialized alloys with micron-level accuracy.
| Development: | Details |
|---|---|
| Precision Machining: | 7-Axis and 11-Axis CNC lines operational |
| Shell Production: | 360,000 shells per annum capacity |
| NATO Induction: | Formal entry into NATO Supply Chain |
| Facility Expansion: | 46-acre Belagavi facility development |
The company commercialized its dedicated artillery shell production line with focus on 155mm large calibre ammunition. This represents a significant milestone in defence manufacturing journey, supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision through indigenous capabilities in strategically critical segments.
Global Recognition and Market Expansion
Balu Forge achieved formal induction into the NATO Supply Chain during the quarter, representing external validation of the company's adherence to highest global quality, compliance, and reliability standards. This recognition opens access to demanding defence markets and reinforces the company's position to support long-term supply programs with capacity to service engagements for up to five years.
Revenue Diversification Progress
The company's revenue mix continues evolving across end-user industries, with defence contribution increasing to 12% in 9M FY26 from 9% in FY25. Agriculture remains the largest segment at 36%, while commercial vehicles expanded to 20%. The order book shows further diversification with defence/aerospace/railway representing 40% of total orders, indicating strong future growth visibility in high-margin segments.
| Segment: | 9M FY26 | FY25 | Order Book |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture: | 36% | 40% | 14% |
| Defence: | 12% | 9% | 40% |
| Commercial Vehicles: | 20% | 18% | 19% |
| Power Generation: | 17% | 18% | 5% |
Manufacturing Infrastructure Enhancement
The company operates four strategically located manufacturing facilities across India and UAE with total machining capacity exceeding 80,000 MTPA and forging capacity of 1,50,000 MTPA. The 46-acre greenfield facility at Hattargi provides platform for future growth with advanced automation, digital systems, and scalable infrastructure for complex components.
Balu Forge's integrated manufacturing platform includes forging infrastructure with 25T, 16T and 10T hydraulic hammers, 8,000T mechanical press line, and 1,000T hydraulic press line. The company serves 25+ global OEMs across 80 countries with precision-engineered components for automotive, industrial machinery, power generation, defence, and railways sectors.
Historical Stock Returns for Balu Forge Industries
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -1.03% | +12.00% | +9.61% | -14.70% | -17.09% | +82.58% |


































