Orient Cement has reported its audited financial results for the year ended March 31, 2026. The company achieved a total revenue of ₹2,816.19 crore and a profit after tax of ₹337.68 crore. Alongside the financial results, the company announced a dividend of ₹0.50 per share, proposed the upcoming annual general meeting for June 26, 2026, and confirmed strategic changes to its audit and internal control appointments.
Financial Performance Highlights
For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, Orient Cement recorded a strong financial performance. The company generated ₹2,791.23 crore from operations, contributing to a total income of ₹2,816.19 crore. Profit before tax for the year stood at ₹318.30 crore, with a net profit after tax reaching ₹337.68 crore. These figures mark a significant period of operational growth for the company compared to the previous fiscal year.
Dividend and Shareholder Information
The Board of Directors has recommended a dividend of ₹0.50 per equity share (50% of face value) for the financial year 2025-26. The record date to determine entitlement for this dividend is set for June 12, 2026. Pending shareholder approval at the 15th Annual General Meeting scheduled for June 26, 2026, the dividend is expected to be paid on or after July 1, 2026.
Strategic Appointments and Organizational Updates
As part of its organizational restructuring, the company has appointed M/s. P.M. Nanabhoy & Co. as Cost Auditors for the financial year 2026-27. Additionally, M/s. Grant Thornton Bharat LLP has been appointed as the new Internal Auditor, succeeding Mr. Shobhit Dwivedi. These changes are part of the company’s commitment to enhancing internal governance and oversight mechanisms.
Operational Context
The company confirmed that it now operates as a subsidiary of Ambuja Cements Limited following the completion of a share acquisition process in June 2025. Furthermore, the company has successfully transitioned its registered office to Adani Corporate House in Ahmedabad. These transitions reflect the company’s alignment with its parent organization’s strategic objectives.
Source: BSE
