(THE NEWSMAN OF INDIA.COM)
New Delhi, July 29, 2025: NTPC Ltd., the powerhouse of India’s energy sector and the country’s largest power producer, has once again demonstrated its financial strength and operational excellence by posting impressive profit growth in Q1 FY26—despite a marginal drop in electricity generation. In its unaudited results announced today, NTPC reported a 6% rise in standalone Profit After Tax (PAT), reaching ₹4,775 crore, up from ₹4,511 crore in Q1 FY25. On a consolidated level, the numbers were even more robust—PAT soared by 11% to ₹6,108 crore, compared to ₹5,506 crore in the corresponding period last year.

While the NTPC Group generated around 110 billion units in Q1 FY26, slightly lower than the 114 billion units in Q1 FY25, the performance of its coal-based stations remained a standout. NTPC achieved a Plant Load Factor (PLF) of 75.16%, far ahead of the national average PLF of 67.67%—a clear indicator of superior operational efficiency.The company’s standalone total income stood at ₹43,333 crore, and consolidated income reached ₹47,821 crore. Although both figures reflect a modest year-on-year decline, NTPC’s strategic cost management and high-performing assets ensured strong bottom-line growth.With a formidable installed group capacity of nearly 83 GW, NTPC continues to lead India’s energy transformation journey, focusing on operational excellence, profitability, and sustainability.The Q1 FY26 results reaffirm NTPC’s role as a resilient and forward-looking energy giant—powering the nation, profitably.

Meanwhile Gurdeep Singh, CMD met Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Bhajan Lal Sharma, in Jaipur. CMD discussed various opportunities for enhancing NTPC/ NGEL/ NRGEL’s presence in the state of Rajasthan and projects of mutual interest including Chhabra TPP, Renewables, Mahi Banswara Nuclear Plant and R&M of RVUNL’s Thermal Plants.