Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has reported strong financial results for the Financial Year 2025-26. The company announced a Net Profit of ₹17,175.23 crore on a standalone basis, with consolidated net profit reaching ₹18,046.89 crore. Reflecting this robust performance, the Board has recommended a final equity dividend of ₹19.25 per share (on a face value of ₹10), with the record date set for August 14, 2026.
Financial Performance Overview
For the full financial year ending March 31, 2026, HPCL achieved a standalone total income of ₹4,81,234.01 crore, up from ₹4,68,762.09 crore in the previous year. The company’s Net Profit on a standalone basis stood at ₹17,175.23 crore, a significant increase from ₹7,364.86 crore reported for FY 2024-25. The consolidated performance was equally robust, with a total annual income of ₹4,81,122.12 crore and a Net Profit of ₹18,046.89 crore.
Operational Highlights
Operational efficiency remained a key focus throughout the year. The company reported a Crude Thruput of 26.04 MMT and total Market Sales of 51.45 MMT (including exports). Average Gross Refining Margin (GRM) for the year improved to US $8.79 per BBL, compared to US $5.74 per BBL in the previous fiscal year, showcasing better refining performance despite the exclusion of certain duties and cess.
Dividend and Shareholder Value
The Board of Directors has recommended a final dividend of ₹19.25 per equity share, having a face value of ₹10 each, for the financial year 2025-26. This is in addition to the interim dividend of ₹5 per share already paid during the year. The proposed final dividend is subject to approval by shareholders at the company’s ensuing Annual General Meeting. Shareholders should note that the Record Date for the final dividend is fixed for August 14, 2026.
Strategic Financial Updates
During the fiscal year, the company successfully recognized ₹3,300 crore in compensation from the government related to LPG under-recoveries. Furthermore, the company maintains a stable debt profile, with a Debt-Equity Ratio of 0.80 and significant total assets standing at ₹1,93,870.14 crore on a standalone basis. The Board confirmed that there are no defaults in the payment of outstanding loans or debt securities.
Source: BSE
