Transrail Lighting Q3FY26: Strong Revenue Growth with EBITDA at ₹2.30B
Transrail Lighting announced impressive Q3FY26 results with revenue from operations growing 32.56% to ₹1,776.68 crores and net profit rising to ₹111.90 crores. The company reported EBITDA of ₹2.30 billion with margin compression to 12.94%. Board changes include appointment of Mr. Rajeev Kumar Jain as Additional Independent Director and re-designation of Dr. Indu Shekhar Jha to Non-Executive Non-Independent Director.

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Transrail Lighting Limited has delivered impressive financial performance in Q3FY26, demonstrating strong growth momentum across its engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) business. The company announced its quarterly results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, following a board meeting held on February 2, 2026.
Financial Performance Highlights
The company's Q3FY26 results showcase robust operational performance with substantial year-over-year improvements. Revenue from operations surged to ₹1,776.68 crores in Q3FY26 compared to ₹1,340.25 crores in Q3FY24, marking a strong 32.56% growth. Net profit for the quarter reached ₹111.90 crores, up from ₹97.57 crores in the corresponding period of the previous year.
| Financial Metric | Q3FY26 | Q3FY24 | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹1,776.68 crores | ₹1,340.25 crores | +32.56% |
| Total Income | ₹1,808.71 crores | ₹1,367.32 crores | +32.28% |
| Net Profit | ₹111.90 crores | ₹97.57 crores | +14.69% |
| Basic EPS | ₹8.33 | ₹7.83 | +6.38% |
| EBITDA | ₹2.30B | ₹1.84B | +25.00% |
| EBITDA Margin | 12.94% | 13.73% | -79 bps |
EBITDA Performance Analysis
The company reported EBITDA of ₹2.30 billion for Q3FY26 compared to ₹1.84 billion in the corresponding quarter of the previous year, representing a growth of 25.00%. However, the EBITDA margin compressed to 12.94% from 13.73% year-over-year, indicating margin pressure despite strong revenue growth. This margin compression reflects the impact of increased operational costs and competitive pricing pressures in the EPC segment.
Nine-Month Performance Analysis
The nine-month period ended December 31, 2025, further reinforced the company's strong operational trajectory. Revenue from operations for the nine-month period reached ₹4,947.15 crores compared to ₹3,305.48 crores in the corresponding period of FY24. Net profit for the nine-month period stood at ₹311.04 crores, significantly higher than ₹209.72 crores achieved in the previous year.
| Nine-Month Metrics | FY26 (9M) | FY24 (9M) | Growth (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue from Operations | ₹4,947.15 crores | ₹3,305.48 crores | +49.65% |
| Total Income | ₹5,055.21 crores | ₹3,393.61 crores | +48.96% |
| Net Profit | ₹311.04 crores | ₹209.72 crores | +48.32% |
| Basic EPS | ₹23.17 | ₹16.83 | +37.67% |
Exceptional Items and Regulatory Impact
The company reported an exceptional item of ₹17.38 crores related to the statutory impact of new Labour Codes implemented by the Government of India on November 21, 2025. This one-time charge comprises gratuity provisions of ₹12.85 crores and long-term compensated absences of ₹4.53 crores, primarily arising from changes in wage definitions under the consolidated labour laws.
Board Leadership Changes
Transrail Lighting announced significant board restructuring with the appointment of Mr. Rajeev Kumar Jain as Additional Independent Director for a three-year term from February 2, 2026, to February 1, 2029. Mr. Jain brings extensive experience as a distinguished IAS officer with 33 years in government communication and media strategy, having served as Director General of Press Information Bureau.
Simultaneously, the board approved the re-designation of Dr. Indu Shekhar Jha from Independent Director to Non-Executive Non-Independent Director, effective February 2, 2026. Dr. Jha, with 43 years of power sector experience and former Chairman & Managing Director of Powergrid Corporation of India Limited, will provide strategic consulting services to the company.
Strategic Acquisitions and Business Expansion
During Q3FY26, the company acquired 32% equity stake in CEDEC Engineering Private Limited for ₹0.36 crores, making it an associate company effective November 28, 2025. This acquisition aligns with the company's strategy to strengthen its engineering capabilities and expand its business portfolio.
Global Operations Overview
Transrail Lighting operates through 27 international branches across Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Kenya, Italy, Philippines, Thailand, Tanzania, Abu Dhabi, Ethiopia, Nepal, and other countries. The consolidated results reflect the company's diversified geographical presence, with revenue split between domestic operations of ₹1,053.68 crores and international operations of ₹723.51 crores for Q3FY26.
Historical Stock Returns for Transrail Lighting
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
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| +0.05% | +4.22% | +18.49% | -27.64% | +2.42% | +2.68% |

































