
India’s Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) have evolved significantly in recent years, gradually aligning themselves with global standards. They have played a key part in improving India’s position on the Global Innovation Index, moving from rank 81 in 2014 to 40 today. Operating across essential sectors, PSUs continue to draw attention from both investors and policymakers for their steady performance and strategic importance.
Backed by solid fundamentals and their continued contribution to national development, here’s a look at the top PSU stocks for December 2025 based on their 5-year CAGR.
| Name | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | Return on Equity (%) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
| Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd | 65,136.03 | 14.01 | 67.00 |
| Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd | 3,00,734.74 | 26.09 | 60.57 |
| Bharat Electronics Ltd | 2,97,617.65 | 29.29 | 60.21 |
| Bharat Dynamics Ltd | 56,010.75 | 14.38 | 56.78 |
| Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd | 96,017.90 | 2.17 | 51.76 |
Note: The best PSU stocks list provided here is as of December 05, 2025. The stocks are sorted based on their 5-yr CAGR.
Rail Vikas Nigam Ltd, established in 2003 by the Government of India, is responsible for executing a wide range of railway infrastructure projects entrusted by the Ministry of Railways. Its work spans areas such as track doubling, gauge conversion, construction of new lines, electrification, major bridges, workshops, and production units.
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Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) builds aircraft and helicopters and also provides repair and maintenance services for them. As of March 2025, HAL had an order book of ₹1,89,300 crore, almost double the ₹94,127 crore it held in April 2024. This includes major orders like 240 AL-31FP engines, 156 LCH Prachand helicopters, and 12 Sukhoi-30MKI aircraft, along with several repair, overhaul, and export projects.
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Bharat Electronics Ltd, founded in 1954, makes and delivers electronic systems and equipment mainly for India’s defence forces. The company also operates in the civilian market, but on a smaller scale compared to its defence business.
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| Name | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | Return on Equity (%) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
| State Bank of India | 8,75,154.85 | 16.58 | 29.19 |
| Life Insurance Corporation of India | 5,54,480.92 | 45.93 | - |
| Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd | 3,04,732.10 | 9.87 | 21.94 |
| Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd | 3,00,734.74 | 26.09 | 60.57 |
| Bharat Electronics Ltd | 2,97,617.65 | 29.29 | 60.21 |
Note: The best PSU stocks list provided here is as of December 05, 2025. The stocks are sorted based on their market cap.
| Name | Market Cap (₹ Cr) | Return on Equity (%) | 5Y CAGR (%) |
| Life Insurance Corporation of India | 5,54,480.92 | 45.93 | - |
| Coal India Ltd | 2,33,598.22 | 38.53 | 23.25 |
| Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Ltd | 53,908.00 | 38.15 | 16.49 |
| Bharat Electronics Ltd | 2,97,617.65 | 29.29 | 60.21 |
| Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd | 3,00,734.74 | 26.09 | 60.57 |
Note: The best PSU stocks list provided here is as of December 05, 2025. The stocks are sorted based on their ROE.
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Companies like Bharat Electronics, Rail Vikas Nigam, and HAL show how PSUs are improving across different areas such as defence, infrastructure, and engineering.
These positive trends point to better efficiency and stronger market performance, but investors should always consider their own financial goals, risk levels, and proper research before investing. PSU stocks continue to play an important role in India’s economy, and their ongoing changes may bring both new opportunities and some risks in the long run.
Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions.
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Published on: Dec 5, 2025, 9:25 AM IST

Kusum Kumari
Kusum Kumari is a Content Writer with 4 years of experience in simplifying financial market concepts. Currently crafting insightful content at Angel One, She specialise in breaking down complex topics into easy-to-understand pieces, blending expertise in market fundamentals and technical analysis.
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