NALCO announced its best-ever Q3, achieving a net profit of ₹1,601 Crore and a nine-month profit of ₹4,098 Crore for FY26. The company’s record performance is attributed to operational excellence and strong market strength. This reflects a 26% increase in net profit and an 11% growth in revenue from operations compared to the previous year.
Exceptional Financial Performance
NALCO (National Aluminium Company Limited) has reported its highest-ever quarterly net profit. In Q3 FY26, the company recorded a net profit of ₹1,601 crore, surpassing the ₹1,583 crore achieved in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.
Key Financial Highlights
The company’s total income for Q3 FY26 stood at ₹4,925 crore, compared to ₹4,761 crore in Q3 FY25. The net profit for the nine months ending December 2025 reached ₹4,098 crore with revenue from operations at ₹12,830 crore, compared to ₹3,246 crore and ₹11,520 crore respectively, during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal. This translates to a 26% increase in net profit and an 11% growth in revenue from operations.
Production and Sales Achievements
For the cumulative nine months of FY 2025-26, NALCO achieved its highest-ever production across key operational segments, including 56.60 lakh tonnes of bauxite, 17.27 lakh tonnes of alumina hydrate, and 3.54 lakh tonnes of aluminium cast metal. NALCO also recorded its highest-ever net power generation during this period.
The company also attained its highest-ever sales of alumina and aluminium metal, including the highest-ever domestic sales of aluminium.
Management Commentary
Shri Brijendra Pratap Singh, CMD, NALCO, stated that the company’s performance underscores the dedication and commitment of its employees. He emphasized sustained focus on cost optimisation, margin management, and quality enhancement. Better realization in metal, higher volumes in both alumina and metal, and increased utilization of captive coal, contributed to the improved results. Timely completion of expansion projects, supported by innovation, Industry 4.0 solutions, R&D and carbon reduction initiatives are the company’s priorities.
Dividend Announcement
NALCO has announced a 2nd interim dividend @ Rs.4.50/- per share for the financial year 2025-26.
Source: BSE
