Prince Pipes Reports Q3 FY26 Results: Revenue ₹573 Crores, Volume Growth 3%
Prince Pipes & Fittings announced Q3 FY26 financial results showing 3% volume growth to 42,575 MT despite challenging market conditions. Revenue stood at ₹5,732.70 million with EBITDA improving significantly to ₹280 million from ₹50 million YoY. The company reported a loss of ₹23.75 million primarily due to ₹20.48 million exceptional items related to new labour code implementation effective November 21, 2025.

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Prince Pipes & Fittings Limited announced its unaudited financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, following board approval at a meeting held on February 10, 2026. The integrated piping solutions provider achieved a 3% year-on-year volume growth in Q3 FY26 despite challenging macroeconomic conditions affecting demand across plumbing, agriculture, and infrastructure segments.
Board Meeting and Regulatory Compliance
The company's Board of Directors convened on February 10, 2026, from 12:30 p.m. to 4:14 p.m., approving the unaudited financial results under Regulation 33 of SEBI Listing Regulations. The results were reviewed by the Audit Committee and statutory auditors N. A. Shah Associates LLP provided their limited review report confirming compliance with Indian Accounting Standards.
| Meeting Details: | Information |
|---|---|
| Board Meeting Date: | February 10, 2026 |
| Meeting Duration: | 12:30 p.m. to 4:14 p.m. |
| Regulation: | SEBI Regulation 33 |
| Auditor: | N. A. Shah Associates LLP |
Q3 FY26 Financial Performance
The company's third quarter performance demonstrated operational resilience with volume growth offsetting revenue pressures in a subdued market environment.
| Metric: | Q3 FY26 | Q3 FY25 | YoY Change | Q2 FY26 | QoQ Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Goods Volume (MT): | 42,575 | 41,267 | +3% | 42,761 | -0.4% |
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹5,732.70 million | ₹5,777.24 million | -1% | ₹5,945.74 million | -4% |
| EBITDA: | ₹280 million | ₹50 million | +460% | ₹550 million | -49% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 5% | 1% | - | 9% | - |
| PAT (after exceptional items): | ₹(23.75) million | ₹(204.24) million | - | ₹146.33 million | - |
The company reported a loss after tax of ₹23.75 million in Q3 FY26, primarily due to exceptional items worth ₹20.48 million net of tax towards estimated increase in provision for employee benefits arising from implementation of new labour codes.
Impact of New Labour Codes
Effective November 21, 2025, the Government of India consolidated multiple existing labour legislations into four unified labour codes. This resulted in an estimated increase in provision for employee benefits amounting to ₹20.48 million net of tax, presented under exceptional items for Q3 FY26.
| Labour Code Impact: | Details |
|---|---|
| Implementation Date: | November 21, 2025 |
| Exceptional Item: | ₹20.48 million (net of tax) |
| Nature: | Employee benefit provision increase |
| Status: | Rules notification pending |
Nine Months FY26 Performance
For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, Prince Pipes maintained consistent operational performance with improved profitability metrics.
| Parameter: | 9M FY26 | 9M FY25 | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finished Goods Volume (MT): | 1,29,071 | 1,26,748 | +2% |
| Revenue from Operations: | ₹17,482.60 million | ₹18,042.62 million | -3% |
| EBITDA: | ₹1,220 million | ₹1,090 million | +12% |
| EBITDA Margin: | 7% | 6% | - |
| PAT (after exceptional items): | ₹170.77 million | ₹189.57 million | -11% |
Financial Highlights and Key Metrics
The quarter witnessed several notable financial developments including a writeback of ₹51.50 million towards excess scheme provision for earlier period, which was included in sales. Finance costs for the quarter were net of interest subvention for the Bihar plant aggregating to ₹64.44 million.
| Financial Metrics: | Q3 FY26 | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Scheme Provision Writeback: | ₹51.50 million | Included in sales |
| Interest Subvention: | ₹64.44 million | Bihar plant benefit |
| Basic EPS (including exceptional): | ₹(0.21) | Face value ₹10 |
| Basic EPS (excluding exceptional): | ₹(0.03) | Face value ₹10 |
Product Innovation and Market Initiatives
During the quarter, Prince Pipes strengthened its product portfolio through strategic launches and enhanced customer engagement programs. The company successfully launched SmartFit Plus CPVC across markets and introduced CPVC solvent cement in co-ex packaging with a 4-year shelf life.
| Product Category: | New Launch | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| CPVC Solutions: | SmartFit Plus CPVC | Enhanced performance |
| Solvent Cement: | Co-ex packaging | 4-year shelf life |
| Water Storage: | Storefit HYDRA | New variant |
| Water Storage: | Storefit COOL | New variant |
The company also rolled out a new brand campaign titled "INDIA KI PRAGATI KA TAJ – Celebrating the people powering India's progress" to mark its approximately 40 years journey. This campaign honors plumbers, contractors, engineers, and distributors who have contributed to India's infrastructure growth.
Strategic Initiatives and Management Commentary
Prince Pipes initiated the Aquel Cash Back Reward Program in its bathware segment, enabling plumbers to earn direct cash rewards on select bathware products. This initiative aims to strengthen channel loyalty and product adoption in the premium bathware category.
According to Joint Managing Director Parag Chheda, "The pipe industry witnessed a challenging operating environment during the quarter, marked by subdued demand across key applications of plumbing, agriculture and infrastructure. Despite these headwinds, we have achieved a volume growth of 3% YoY in the quarter."
The company maintains a disciplined approach towards operational resilience, prioritizing cost rationalization and targeted market initiatives. With sustained investments in capacity, innovation, and operational efficiency, Prince Pipes positions itself to drive long-term growth and deliver consistent value to stakeholders.
Historical Stock Returns for Prince Pipes & Fittings
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| -3.16% | -5.90% | +5.78% | -26.97% | -11.00% | -39.07% |


































