NALCO Delivers Best-Ever Q3 FY26 and Nine-Month Performance

Operational Excellence and Market Strength Fuel NALCO’s Record Production and Sales

National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Mines and one of India’s leading producers and exporters of alumina and aluminium, has reported the highest-ever quarterly net profit in its history, reflecting exceptional operational and financial performance. For the third quarter ended December 2025 (Q3 FY26), NALCO recorded a net profit of ₹1,601 crore, surpassing the ₹1,583 crore achieved during the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. As per the reviewed financial results for Q3 FY26, taken on record by the Board at its meeting held today in Bhubaneswar, the Company reported a total income of ₹4,925 crore, compared to ₹4,761 crore in Q3 FY25.

The net profit and revenue from operations for the nine months ended December 2025 stood at ₹4,098 crore and ₹12,830 crore, respectively, compared to ₹3,246 crore and ₹11,520 crore recorded during the corresponding period of the previous fiscal. This reflects a 26% increase in net profit and an 11% growth in revenue from operations. It is worth mentioning that NALCO has achieved its highest-ever revenue from operations and Profit After Tax during both Q3 and the nine-month period of FY26.

During the cumulative nine months of FY 2025–26, NALCO also achieved its highest-ever production across key operational segments, including 56.60 lakh tonnes of bauxite, 17.27 lakh tonnes of alumina hydrate, and 3.54 lakh tonnes of aluminium cast metal, in addition to recording its highest-ever net power generation. During the same period, the Company also attained its highest-ever sales of alumina and aluminium metal, including the highest-ever domestic sales of aluminium, underscoring strong market demand and operational excellence.

Reflecting on the strong results, Shri Brijendra Pratap Singh, CMD, NALCO, stated that the Company’s performance underscores the dedication and commitment of its employees as well as its sustained focus on cost optimisation, margin management and quality enhancement. He highlighted that better realisation in metal, higher volumes in both alumina and metal and increased utilization of captive coal, have contributed to the improved results. Looking ahead, he emphasised the Company’s priorities include timely completion of expansion projects, supported by innovation, Industry 4.0 solutions, R&D and carbon reduction initiatives to drive long-term sustainable growth.

Shri Brijendra Pratap Singh, CMD, also acknowledged the invaluable guidance and support extended by the Ministry of Mines, Government of India, and the continued support of the Government of Odisha, in steering NALCO on its path of business excellence.

It may be mentioned that NALCO has also announced an 2^nd interim dividend @ Rs.4.50/- per share for the financial year 2025-26.