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📉 The Financial Deep Dive
NLC India Limited announced its unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for the quarter and nine months ended December 31, 2025, on February 10, 2026, presenting a mixed financial picture.
The Numbers:
Standalone revenue from operations for Q3 FY26 reached ₹2,885.08 Cr, marking a 4.0% increase YoY and a 12.5% increase QoQ. Consolidated revenue stood at ₹4,443.05 Cr, up 0.7% YoY and 6.3% QoQ. For the nine months ended December 31, 2025, standalone revenue grew 5.1% YoY to ₹7,945.59 Cr, while consolidated revenue saw an 8.7% YoY increase to ₹12,447.07 Cr.
Standalone Profit After Tax (PAT) for Q3 FY26 was ₹427.92 Cr, up 4.8% YoY but down 11.8% QoQ. Consolidated PAT was ₹724.01 Cr, up 4.0% YoY, with a marginal 0.1% decrease QoQ. For the nine months, standalone PAT declined 1.9% YoY to ₹1,281.59 Cr, whereas consolidated PAT increased 1.9% YoY to ₹2,288.02 Cr.
The Quality:
Operating margins faced significant pressure on a standalone basis, declining to 12.34% in Q3 FY26 from 16.57% in Q3 FY25. Consolidated operating margins improved to 17.36% YoY. Standalone net profit margin improved to 15.48% (vs. 14.37% YoY), but consolidated net profit margin fell to 16.80% (vs. 19.21% YoY).
Earnings Per Share (EPS) showed a notable decline for the nine-month period. Standalone basic EPS was ₹9.24 for 9M FY26, down from ₹13.70 YoY. Consolidated basic EPS was ₹16.50 for 9M FY26, down from ₹19.57 YoY.
The Grill:
The most critical point is the independent auditors' report, which flagged a 'Material Uncertainty Relating to Going Concern'. This uncertainty stems from the deficit in land availability for lignite mining at Neyveli, casting significant doubt on the company's future operational continuity. This is a major red flag for investors and analysts.
Risks & Outlook:
Management provided no forward-looking revenue or profit guidance. Growth is expected from capacity expansions, including solar power projects and the commercial operation of NUPPL Unit #2. Key developments include a Joint Venture with PTC India for 2000 MW of green energy capacity and the transfer of renewable energy assets to a wholly-owned subsidiary, NLC India Renewables Limited. However, significant risks persist, including ongoing land acquisition challenges at Neyveli impacting mining operations, and numerous regulatory appeals and disputes concerning tariffs, tax recoveries, and new mineral land taxes. These issues lead to complex revenue recognition and substantial regulatory deferral liabilities.