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BHEL Returns to Profitability in Q1 with Rs 376.71 Crore Net Income

Published July 17, 2026 at 12:33 AM UTC

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Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 376.71 crore for the first quarter of the 2026-27 financial year. This performance marks a significant turnaround for the state-owned engineering giant, which had recorded a net loss of Rs 455.50 crore during the same period last year. The company’s total income for the quarter rose to Rs 7,911.86 crore, compared to Rs 5,658.07 crore in the previous year, reflecting a 40 percent increase in revenue. This growth was largely driven by a strong performance in the power segment, which remains the company’s primary revenue contributor. While the company has seen a decline in profit compared to the final quarter of the previous fiscal year, the year-on-year shift from loss to profit highlights a stabilization in its core operations. BHEL continues to focus on its diverse portfolio, which includes power generation equipment, industrial systems, and emerging green energy initiatives. As the company moves forward, its ability to maintain this momentum will depend on its execution of large-scale infrastructure projects and its expansion into new technology sectors like electric vehicle charging infrastructure.