Nucleus Software Q3FY26 Results: Revenue Grows 7% to ₹220.03 Cr, Profit Declines 40.8%
Nucleus Software's Q3FY26 results showed mixed performance with revenue growing 7% to ₹220.03 crores while profit declined 40.8% to ₹20.70 crores due to exceptional charges related to new Labour Codes. The company added seven new customer logos during the financial year and maintains a strong balance sheet with cash reserves of ₹971.60 crores. Management discussed ongoing platform migration initiatives and focus on growth areas including MSME, gold loans, and AI-enabled solutions during the earnings call held on February 11, 2026.

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Nucleus Software Exports Limited announced its financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, presenting a mixed performance with revenue growth offset by profit decline due to exceptional charges. The company filed its results under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015.
Financial Performance Overview
The company's consolidated financial results showed contrasting trends in revenue and profitability metrics for the third quarter of FY26.
| Metric: | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Change (%) | 9M FY26 | 9M FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹220.03 Cr | ₹205.70 Cr | +7.0% | ₹651.26 Cr | ₹603.29 Cr | +7.9% |
| Total Income: | ₹235.15 Cr | ₹221.27 Cr | +6.3% | ₹700.50 Cr | ₹652.93 Cr | +7.3% |
| Profit for the Period: | ₹20.70 Cr | ₹34.97 Cr | -40.8% | ₹82.19 Cr | ₹98.23 Cr | -16.3% |
| Earnings Per Share: | ₹7.86 | ₹13.28 | -40.8% | ₹31.22 | ₹36.90 | -15.4% |
| EBITDA (before exceptional items): | ₹32.72 Cr | - | - | - | - | - |
Exceptional Items Impact
The company recorded a significant exceptional charge of ₹18.85 crores during the quarter related to the implementation of new Labour Codes. This charge comprised:
| Component: | Amount |
|---|---|
| Increase in gratuity liability due to past service cost: | ₹13.49 crores |
| Increase in compensated absences liability: | ₹5.36 crores |
The Labour Codes, notified by the Government of India on November 21, 2025, consolidate twenty-nine existing labour laws and introduce changes including uniform wage definitions and enhanced leave benefits.
Standalone Performance
The standalone financial results also reflected similar trends with revenue growth but profit decline.
| Parameter: | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | Change (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹202.00 Cr | ₹188.80 Cr | +7.0% |
| Profit for the Period: | ₹17.42 Cr | ₹30.87 Cr | -43.6% |
| Earnings Per Share: | ₹6.62 | ₹11.73 | -43.6% |
Earnings Call Highlights
The company held its earnings conference call on February 11, 2026, with senior management discussing quarterly performance and strategic initiatives. During the call, management highlighted steady customer engagement and platform adoption across its FinnOne Neo digital lending solution.
Key Business Updates
| Parameter: | Details |
|---|---|
| New Customer Additions: | 7 logos added in FY26, 2 in Q3 |
| Platform Migration: | 50-50 split between legacy and Neo platforms |
| Order Book Position: | ₹656.68 Cr total (₹588.74 Cr product, ₹67.94 Cr services) |
| Cash Position: | ₹971.60 Cr as of December 31, 2025 |
Management Commentary
Vishnu R. Dusad, Co-Founder & Managing Director, welcomed new Chief Business Officer Apurva Chamaria, who brings over two decades of experience from companies like HCL, RateGain, Tech Mahindra, and Google. CEO Parag Bhise emphasized continued focus on long-term strategy execution and customer engagement.
During the earnings call, management discussed the ongoing migration from legacy FinnOne platform to FinnOne Neo, indicating a 3-4 year timeline for complete transition. The company added seven new customer logos during the financial year, all on the newer Neo platform.
Strategic Focus Areas
The company is focusing on several growth areas including MSME sector expansion, gold loans, finance against securities, and co-lending solutions. Management highlighted increasing traction in these business lines and continued investment in AI-enabled capabilities with focus on explainability, compliance, and enterprise-grade reliability.
Board Meeting and Regulatory Compliance
The Board of Directors approved the audited standalone financial results and unaudited consolidated financial results at their meeting held on February 10, 2026. The meeting commenced at 10:00 a.m. and concluded at 2:10 p.m. The financial results were duly reviewed by the Audit Committee and received unmodified audit opinion and review conclusion from statutory auditors ASA & Associates LLP.
The earnings call transcript was filed with stock exchanges on February 15, 2026, under Regulation 30, signed by Company Secretary Poonam Bhasin.
Historical Stock Returns for Nucleus Software
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.68% | -0.87% | -16.71% | -26.91% | -8.33% | +47.71% |


































