Chambal Fertilisers and Chemicals Limited reported a strong financial performance for FY ’26, with standalone revenue growing 25% year-on-year to Rs. 20,794 crore. Despite a challenging global environment, the company achieved a 18% increase in Profit After Tax (PAT) to Rs. 1,950 crore. The management emphasized operational resilience, the successful commissioning of their new Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) project, and a strategic focus on expanding their biologicals and seed portfolios.
Financial Performance Highlights
For the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, the company delivered resilient growth. Standalone revenue from operations reached Rs. 20,794 crore, marking a 25% increase compared to the previous year. EBITDA rose by 8% to Rs. 2,679 crore, with an EBITDA margin of 12.88%. Profit After Tax grew by 18% to Rs. 1,950 crore, reflecting a PAT margin of 9.38%.
In the Q4 FY ’26 period, revenue grew by 14% year-on-year to Rs. 2,785 crore. Quarterly EBITDA stood at Rs. 255 crore, reflecting a 56% year-on-year increase, while PAT for the quarter rose by 46% to Rs. 145 crore.
Segmental Growth and Operational Updates
The company’s Complex Fertilizer segment saw remarkable growth in FY ’26, with revenues rising by 175% to INR 7,025 crore, driven by strong volumes in DAP, TSP, and NPK. Conversely, the Urea segment faced a minor decline in annual revenue of 5% due to temporary supply chain constraints, though it remained a core pillar for stable cash flows.
The Crop Protection, Chemicals, and Speciality Nutrients business continued to scale, delivering 30% volume growth and 57% revenue growth in the biologicals segment. The company successfully launched 17 new products during the year and remains focused on precision farming solutions.
Strategic Initiatives: Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN)
A key milestone for the company is the entry into industrial and mining chemicals with the Technical Ammonium Nitrate (TAN) project. The project has entered the commissioning phase with a capacity of 240,000 metric tons per annum. The company plans to reach 75%–80% capacity utilization within the first year, supported by strong demand from the mining and infrastructure sectors.
Dividend and Outlook
Reflecting confidence in its operational health, the Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of Rs. 6 per share, bringing the total dividend to Rs. 11 per equity share for FY ’26. Moving forward, the company intends to prioritize long-term growth through brownfield expansion and strategic partnerships, including a focus on soil-health enhancing products in collaboration with Nutrien.
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