Coal India Limited has reported its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company declared a final dividend of ₹5.25 per equity share for the 2025-26 fiscal year. Financial performance highlights include a consolidated net profit of ₹31,070.58 crore for the full year, reflecting sustained operational strength and strategic growth across its mining ventures and subsidiaries.
Consolidated Financial Performance
For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, Coal India Limited achieved a consolidated revenue from operations of ₹1,68,400.29 crore. The net profit attributable to owners of the company reached ₹31,094.29 crore for the same period. In the final quarter (Q4: Jan-Mar), the company recorded a standalone revenue of ₹490.19 crore and a standalone net profit of ₹5,533.67 crore.
Dividend Declaration
In addition to the financial disclosures, the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹5.25 per equity share (on a face value of ₹10 per share). This is subject to the approval of shareholders at the upcoming Annual General Meeting (AGM). The company noted that previous interim dividends of ₹5.50, ₹10.25, and ₹5.50 per share were already declared earlier in the fiscal year.
Strategic Updates and Restatements
The company has transitioned to a paperless dividend distribution model, mandating that all future payouts be processed through RBI-approved electronic modes. Shareholders are advised to update their KYC details in their demat accounts to ensure seamless credit of dividends.
Furthermore, the financial statements include retrospective restatements to align with revised accounting treatments for levies on coal production and sales. These adjustments provide a clearer view of the company’s financial position, ensuring consistency with Ind AS standards and recent legal interpretations regarding agency-based collections.
Operational Highlights
During the fiscal year, the company saw significant corporate activity, including the listing of Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL) and Central Mine Planning & Design Institute Limited (CMPDI) on stock exchanges in January and March 2026, respectively. Additionally, following a High Court of Jabalpur order, the company implemented a pay scale upgrade for executives, resulting in a ₹1,457.90 crore provision for back-dated salary revisions.
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