Orient Cement has released its audited financial results for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026, reporting a robust profit after tax of ₹33,768.61 lacs for the fiscal year. The Board of Directors has recommended a dividend of ₹0.50 per share. Additionally, the company confirmed the appointment of new auditors and the upcoming 15th Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 26, 2026.
Fiscal Year 2025-26 Financial Highlights
Orient Cement delivered a solid financial performance for the year ending March 31, 2026. The company recorded total annual revenue from operations of ₹2,79,312.35 lacs, a notable increase from the previous year’s ₹2,70,883.37 lacs. The profit after tax reached ₹33,768.61 lacs, marking a significant growth compared to ₹9,124.64 lacs in the prior financial year.
Dividend and Shareholder Information
The Board has recommended a dividend of ₹0.50 (50%) per equity share of face value ₹1/-. The company has fixed Friday, June 12, 2026, as the ‘Record Date’ to determine shareholder eligibility. If approved at the 15th Annual General Meeting, which will be held via video conferencing on June 26, 2026, the dividend will be paid on or after July 1, 2026.
Operational and Governance Updates
Following its transition to being a subsidiary of Ambuja Cements Limited, the company continues its operational focus. Key administrative changes include the appointment of M/s. P.M. Nanabhoy & Co. as Cost Auditors for FY 2026-27 and M/s. Grant Thornton Bharat LLP as the new Internal Auditor, following a period of organizational restructuring.
Corporate Developments
The company noted an impact on annual results due to a reassessment of the useful life of its Power Plant assets and the adoption of a reduced corporate tax rate regime under Section 115BAA. Furthermore, the company has officially shifted its registered office to Adani Corporate House in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, as part of its ongoing alignment within the group.
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