Bharti Airtel has reported robust financial growth for the quarter and year ended March 31, 2026. The company achieved consolidated quarterly revenues of ₹55,383 crore, representing a 15.7% year-on-year growth. This strong performance was driven by sustained momentum in India and a resilient performance across its African operations. The Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹24 per share for fully paid-up equity shares for the financial year 2025-26.
Quarterly and Annual Financial Performance
For the quarter ending March 31, 2026, Bharti Airtel posted a consolidated revenue of ₹55,383 crore, reflecting a 15.7% YoY increase and 2.6% QoQ growth. For the full financial year 2025-26, the company reported total consolidated revenues of ₹210,973 crore, a 22% increase over the previous year. Consolidated EBITDA for the quarter reached ₹32,038 crore with a margin of 57.8%, up 0.6% YoY.
Strategic Growth Highlights
The India business reported quarterly revenues of ₹39,566 crore, up 7.7% YoY. Mobile revenue in India saw an 8.3% YoY growth, bolstered by higher average revenue per user (ARPU) of ₹257 and robust growth in smartphone data users. The company’s Homes business recorded exceptional growth, with revenue up 37.3% YoY and strong net customer additions of 1.1 million during the quarter.
Operational Milestones and Investments
Airtel crossed a significant global milestone of 650 million customers. The company continues to invest heavily in future-ready infrastructure, with a quarterly capital expenditure of ₹16,066 crore focused on 5G densification, fiber deployment, and data centers. Additionally, Airtel announced a $1 billion investment in its subsidiary, Nxtra Data Limited, to accelerate its network expansion. The company is also actively transitioning to sustainable energy solutions in collaboration with Indus Towers to significantly reduce diesel dependency.
Dividend Recommendation
Reflecting its strong cash flow generation and commitment to shareholder value, the Board has recommended a final dividend of ₹24 per fully paid-up equity share and ₹6 per partly paid-up equity share (paid-up value of ₹1.25 per share) for the financial year 2025-26. This dividend is subject to approval by shareholders at the upcoming Annual General Meeting.
Source: BSE
