New Delhi, India — April 28, 2026
State-run mining giant Coal India Limited reported a strong set of fourth-quarter results for fiscal year 2025–26, delivering double-digit profit growth and rewarding shareholders with a robust dividend payout.
The company’s performance was driven by steady demand from the power sector and improved operational efficiency, reinforcing its position as a key player in India’s energy supply chain.
📊 Strong Profit and Revenue Growth
Coal India posted a net profit of ₹10,839 crore for Q4 FY26, marking an 11.4% year-on-year increase compared to ₹9,722.3 crore in the same quarter last year.
Revenue from operations rose 6% year-on-year to ₹46,490 crore, reflecting sustained demand and higher dispatch volumes across key sectors.
The company also reported a solid improvement in operating performance, with EBITDA climbing 14% to ₹16,450 crore. Its EBITDA margin expanded to 35.4%, signaling improved cost efficiency and better pricing realization.
💰 Dividend Boost for Investors
In a move that will please income-focused investors, the board recommended a final dividend of ₹5.25 per share for FY26.
This takes the total dividend payout for the full fiscal year to ₹25.50 per share, reinforcing Coal India’s reputation as a consistent dividend-paying PSU stock.
⛏️ Production and Sales Momentum
Coal India’s operational metrics showed strong momentum during the quarter:
- Raw coal production rose 7.8% year-on-year to 241.75 million tonnes (MT)
- Coal off-take (sales volume) increased 8% to 201.7 MT
The growth reflects robust demand from India’s power generation sector, which continues to rely heavily on coal to meet rising electricity consumption.
📈 Market Reaction
Following the earnings announcement, shares of Coal India saw a modest uptick. The stock closed 0.78% higher at ₹451.10 on the National Stock Exchange (NSE), indicating a stable investor response to the results.
