Orient cement Limited delivered strong financial performance in Q3FY26, with net profit after tax surging 174% year-on-year to ₹2,779.94 lacs compared to ₹1,014.11 lacs in Q3FY25. The cement manufacturer announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, showcasing significant improvement in profitability metrics.

Financial Performance Overview

The company's quarterly performance demonstrated robust profit growth despite marginal revenue decline. Revenue from operations for Q3FY26 stood at ₹63,609.84 lacs, slightly lower than ₹64,335.26 lacs recorded in the corresponding quarter of the previous year.

Nine-Month Performance Highlights

The nine-month period from April 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 showed exceptional growth across key financial parameters. Net profit after tax reached ₹28,225.87 lacs, marking a substantial 474% increase from ₹4,917.64 lacs in the corresponding previous period.

Cost Structure and Operational Efficiency

The company's total expenses for Q3FY26 were ₹59,634.53 lacs compared to ₹62,929.46 lacs in Q3FY25, reflecting improved cost management. Key expense categories showed varied trends, with power and fuel costs increasing to ₹24,276.96 lacs from ₹16,852.90 lacs, while packing, freight and forwarding charges decreased significantly to ₹2,730.69 lacs from ₹18,189.55 lacs.

Tax Optimization and Exceptional Items

During the quarter ended June 30, 2025, Orient Cement opted for the reduced tax rate regime under Section 115BAA of the Income-tax Act, 1961. This resulted in a reversal of ₹8,118.28 lacs in deferred tax liability for the nine-month period. The company also recorded an exceptional item of ₹643.30 lacs in Q3FY26 related to increased provision for defined benefit obligations due to the implementation of new Labour Codes by the Government of India.

Corporate Developments

Ambuja Cements Limited acquired operational and financial control of Orient Cement with effect from April 22, 2025, holding 72.66% equity shares following a successful open offer. The Board of Directors approved a Scheme of Amalgamation between Orient Cement and Ambuja Cements Limited on December 22, 2025, subject to regulatory approvals. Under the proposed scheme, equity shareholders will receive 33 shares of Ambuja Cements for every 100 shares of Orient Cement held.

Regulatory Compliance and Publication

The Board of Directors approved the unaudited financial results at their meeting held on January 29, 2026. In compliance with SEBI Listing Regulations, the company published extracts of the financial results in Financial Express (English, all editions) on January 30, 2026, and in Gujarati language (Ahmedabad edition) on January 31, 2026. The complete financial results are available on the company's website at orientcement.com and on stock exchange websites.

Orient cement Limited has announced the resignation of Ms. Shrishti Jain from her position as Company Secretary & Compliance Officer, effective from the close of business hours on January 9, 2026. The company informed the stock exchanges about this key managerial personnel change in compliance with regulatory requirements.

Resignation Details

Ms. Jain submitted her resignation letter on November 9, 2025, stating her intention to pursue alternate career opportunities outside the organization. The resignation becomes effective from January 9, 2026, marking the end of her tenure as a Key Managerial Personnel of the company.

Regulatory Compliance

The company has fulfilled its disclosure obligations under Regulation 30 of SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. Orient Cement Limited notified both BSE Limited (Scrip Code: 535754) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (Symbol: ORIENTCEM) about the resignation.

The intimation includes all required details as per SEBI Circular No. SEBI/HO/CFD/PoD2/CIR/P/0155 dated November 11, 2024, along with the resignation letter as supporting documentation.

Company Statement

In her resignation letter, Ms. Jain expressed gratitude to the Chairman, Board members, CEO, CFO, and colleagues for their support during her tenure. She stated that there are no other material reasons for her resignation apart from pursuing career opportunities outside the organization.

The company has also uploaded this intimation on its official website at www.orientcement.com as part of its transparency and disclosure practices. Orient Cement Limited is registered in Gujarat with CIN: L26940GJ2011PLC171878.