BSNL Achieves 93% of Revenue Target in Q3 FY26, ARPU Sees 12% Jump

Union Telecom Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced that state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) achieved 93% of its revenue target for the September quarter of FY26, reporting Rs 5,347 crore. This performance indicates they are close to the Rs 5,740 crore target set for the quarter and shows progress from the previous year. For the first half of the current fiscal year, BSNL's cumulative revenue reached Rs 11,134 crore.

A significant highlight is the 12% increase in Average Revenue Per User (ARPU), a key metric for telecom operators. ARPU rose from Rs 81 in the first quarter (Q1) to Rs 91 in the second quarter (Q2) of FY26.

The government has set an ambitious full-year target to increase BSNL's revenue by 20%, aiming for Rs 27,500 crore.

While some regions, including Maharashtra, Kerala, UP East, Andaman & Nicobar, and Jammu and Kashmir, reported high ARPU (up to Rs 214), concerns were raised about underperforming circles like Madhya Pradesh, Jharkhand, and Kolkata, where ARPU remains low at around Rs 60.

Impact: This news signals BSNL's improving financial health and operational efficiency, potentially boosting confidence in the state-owned telecom sector. Such performance metrics are crucial for the company's future growth and competitive strategy. The government's focus on revenue growth suggests continued efforts to strengthen India's domestic telecom infrastructure.

Impact Rating: 7/10

Difficult Terms: ARPU (Average Revenue Per User): A key metric in the telecom industry representing the average revenue generated from each user over a specific period, usually a month or quarter. A higher ARPU indicates better revenue performance per customer.