K.P. Energy's Credit Rating Reaffirmed, Reflecting Strong Growth and Stable Outlook
CARE Ratings has reaffirmed KP Energy Limited's credit ratings, maintaining Long-term bank facilities at CARE A-; Stable and Long-term/Short-term facilities at CARE A-; Stable/CARE A2+. The company's credit facilities have increased, with Long-term facilities rising to ₹513.01 crore and Long-term/Short-term facilities to ₹150.00 crore. KP Energy showed significant growth with a 97% increase in total operating income for FY25 and an order book expansion to ₹3,086.00 crore as of June 30, 2025. The company maintains healthy profit margins but faces challenges including moderate capital structure and working capital intensive operations.

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CARE Ratings Limited has reaffirmed the credit ratings for KP Energy Limited (KPEL), a key player in the renewable energy sector. The reaffirmation comes on the back of significant growth in the company's operations and a robust order book position.
Credit Ratings and Facility Enhancement
CARE Ratings has maintained KPEL's Long-term bank facilities rating at CARE A-; Stable, while the Long-term/Short-term bank facilities are rated CARE A-; Stable/CARE A2+. Notably, the company has seen an increase in its credit facilities:
| Facility Type | Previous Amount (₹ crore) | Enhanced Amount (₹ crore) |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term bank facilities | 386.21 | 513.01 |
| Long-term/Short-term bank facilities | 90.00 | 150.00 |
Operational and Financial Performance
KPEL has demonstrated remarkable growth in its scale of operations. Key highlights include:
- Total operating income grew by 97% in FY25 compared to FY24.
- Order book increased from ₹1,320.00 crore as of June 1, 2024, to ₹3,086.00 crore as of June 30, 2025.
- Successful completion of a 28.6MW wind independent power production project in Vagra, Gujarat, without cost or time overruns.
Financial Metrics
The company's financial performance remains strong:
| Metric | FY24 (A) | FY25 (A) | Q1FY26 (UA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total operating income (₹ crore) | 469.50 | 926.57 | 218.32 |
| PBILDT (₹ crore) | 85.68 | 174.71 | 48.44 |
| PAT (₹ crore) | 58.65 | 112.07 | 25.43 |
| Overall gearing (times) | 0.90 | 1.17 | NA |
| Interest coverage (times) | 6.79 | 6.07 | 5.11 |
Strengths and Challenges
KPEL's rating strengths include:
- Experienced promoter group with an established track record in the renewable infrastructure sector.
- Significant growth in order book, providing medium-term revenue visibility.
- Healthy profit margins, with PBILDT margin at 18.86% in FY25.
However, the company faces challenges such as:
- Moderate capital structure with overall gearing at 1.17x as of March 31, 2025.
- Working capital intensive operations with a gross current asset period of 263 days in FY25.
- Geographical concentration of revenue profile, with the entire order book concentrated in Gujarat.
Future Outlook
CARE Ratings has maintained a stable outlook for KPEL, expecting the company to sustain its financial risk profile. This outlook is based on KPEL's established market position, healthy order book, and long-standing customer relationships.
The company plans to expand operations in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan, which could help diversify its geographical presence. Additionally, KPEL is in the process of raising equity of ₹28.38 crore through share warrants, which may further strengthen its capital structure.
As KPEL continues to grow and execute its order book, investors and stakeholders will be watching closely to see how the company manages its working capital requirements and geographical expansion plans in the competitive renewable energy sector.
Historical Stock Returns for KP Energy
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.26% | -3.93% | -20.16% | -35.20% | -40.65% | -31.34% |



































