CESC reports strong Q2 FY26 results, declares interim dividend

CESC Limited reported robust financial performance for the second quarter (Q2 FY26) and half-year (H1 FY26) ended September 30, 2025. Consolidated revenue increased by 12.2% to INR 5,351 crore in Q2 FY26, with consolidated PBT rising to INR 565 crore from INR 462 crore in Q2 FY25. Consolidated PAT grew by 19.3% to INR 445 crore in Q2 FY26. Standalone revenue from operations for Q2 FY26 was INR 2,676 crore, with profit after tax reaching INR 242 crore.

The company's board of directors declared an interim dividend of INR 6 per equity share (600%) for the financial year 2025-26. This dividend is payable to eligible members by the record date of October 27, 2025. The board meeting concluded on October 17, 2025.

Key operational highlights include a reduction in consolidated T&D loss to 12.22% in Q2 FY26 from 13.95% in Q2 FY25. NPCL reported sales of 1,154 MU, marking a 9% year-on-year growth in Q2 FY26. CESC is also actively participating in renewable energy bids through Purvah Green Power.