J Kumar Infraprojects Q3 FY26 Results: Revenue Declines 12% Due to Extended Monsoon and Project Delays
J Kumar Infraprojects reported Q3 FY26 revenue decline of 12% to INR1,311 crores due to extended monsoon and project delays, while nine-month revenue grew 2% to INR4,138 crores. The company maintained stable EBITDA margins around 14.3-14.5% and holds a strong order book of INR19,212 crores. Management expects 15% growth in FY27 with improved execution momentum and substantial order inflows.

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J Kumar Infraprojects Limited reported a challenging third quarter for FY26, with revenue declining 12% year-on-year due to operational disruptions caused by extended monsoon season and project execution delays. The infrastructure company's performance reflected temporary setbacks while maintaining stable margins and a robust order book position.
Q3 FY26 Financial Performance
The company's quarterly results showed moderation across key metrics compared to the corresponding previous period:
| Metric | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | INR1,311 crores | INR1,487 crores | -12% |
| EBITDA | INR188 crores | INR219 crores | -14% |
| EBITDA Margin | 14.3% | 14.7% | -40 bps |
| PAT | INR83 crores | INR100 crores | -17% |
| PAT Margin | 6.3% | 6.7% | -40 bps |
Managing Director Nalin Gupta attributed the decline primarily to extended monsoon season leading to temporary disruption at multiple project sites, slower execution progress, and deferment of billing linked to milestone achievements.
Nine-Month FY26 Consolidated Results
Despite quarterly challenges, the nine-month performance showed resilience with modest growth:
| Parameter | Nine-months FY26 | Nine-months FY25 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | INR4,138 crores | INR4,061 crores | +2% |
| EBITDA | INR599 crores | INR591 crores | +1% |
| EBITDA Margin | 14.5% | 14.6% | -10 bps |
| PAT | INR277 crores | INR277 crores | Flat |
| PAT Margin | 6.7% | 6.8% | -10 bps |
The company maintained stable profitability margins throughout the period, demonstrating operational resilience despite execution challenges.
Project Execution Challenges and Recovery
Several key projects faced delays due to regulatory approvals and land acquisition issues. The GMLR project experienced delays in shaft construction due to eco-sensitive zone approvals, while the VDCR project faced design revision requirements from third-party IIT approvals. However, management indicated that most operational issues have been resolved, with GMLR project now progressing with tunnel boring machine installation.
Financial Position and Order Book
The company maintained a strong balance sheet position:
| Financial Metric | As of December 31, 2025 |
|---|---|
| Net Debt Position | Negative INR250 crores (cash positive) |
| Debt-Equity Ratio | 0.2x |
| Working Capital Days | 103 days |
| Total Order Book | INR19,212 crores |
| Mobilization Advance | INR800 crores |
The order book composition includes Metro projects contributing 11%, elevated corridors/flyovers at 53%, roads and road tunnels at 17%, and other projects at 18%.
Outlook and Guidance
For FY26, the company revised its revenue guidance to maintain or surpass the previous year's topline of approximately INR5,700 crores. Management expressed confidence in achieving 15% revenue growth for FY27, supported by improved project execution and expected order inflows of INR7,000-INR8,000 crores. The company expects to secure orders worth INR4,000 crores by March 2026, with several large infrastructure projects in the pipeline across Maharashtra and pan-India markets.
Historical Stock Returns for J Kumar Infraprojects
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +4.17% | +4.13% | +0.35% | -16.17% | -22.44% | +215.81% |

































