IRCTC Q4 profit slips 8.9% to Rs 326 cr even as revenue jumps 15% on margin squeeze
IRCTC posted Q4FY26 revenue of Rs 1,460 cr, up 15.1% YoY, but net profit fell 8.9% to Rs 326 cr as EBITDA margin compressed to 27.3% from 30.4%. EBITDA grew just 3.5% to Rs 399 cr, signalling cost pressure across catering and ticketing segments. A final dividend of Rs 0.50 per share was declared.
IRCTC Q4FY26 net profit fell 8.9% YoY to Rs 326 crore despite revenue rising 15.1% to Rs 1,460 crore. EBITDA margin contracted to 27.3%. Company declared a final dividend of Rs 0.50 per share.
Why this matters
Earnings squeeze comes as IRCTC pushes premium experiential travel, including the recent relaunch of the upgraded Golden Chariot with a 40-cabin suite and new South India itineraries for 2026-27.
Retail-company signals steady at 1,215 over the last 90 days.