
Castrol India Limited reported a steady financial performance for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. The company follows a calendar year reporting structure, and its Q1 FY26 results reflect consistent growth compared to the same period last year.
Revenue from operations rose 9% year-on-year to ₹1,545 crore, supported by strong demand across segments. EBITDA increased by 7% to ₹329 crore, indicating stable operational efficiency. Profit after tax (PAT) grew 4% to ₹242 crore, highlighting sustained profitability despite evolving market conditions.
The company continued to strengthen its market reach during the quarter. Castrol India’s distribution network now spans approximately 150,000 outlets across general trade, modern retail, and e-commerce platforms.
Its service ecosystem remains robust, supported by around 800 Castrol Auto Service centres, 34,000 independent bike workshops, and 13,000 multi-brand workshops. Rural distribution also saw significant growth, expanding to nearly 43,000 outlets with support from about 700 Rural Service Express centres.
Additionally, the company onboarded over 600 new customers, particularly in high-growth sectors such as mining and electric vehicles, including partnerships with leading EV two-wheeler manufacturers.
Castrol India strengthened its product portfolio with several new launches tailored for domestic demand. In the industrial segment, products such as Magna 2 spindle oil, Spheerol EPL 00 grease, Hyspin AWS 46 HX hydraulic oil, and Techniclean 80 XBC were introduced, all manufactured in India.
In the automotive care category, the company launched products like Castrol Ultra Protect Shampoo and Wax, Glass Cleaner, and enhanced Chain Care Kits. It also signed an MoU with HPCL to explore the development of a re-refined base oil ecosystem in India, reinforcing its sustainability focus.
The company actively engaged with consumers through large-scale events and campaigns. These included participation from thousands of riders across initiatives such as Spirit of Unity and Road Trip United.
Castrol also strengthened its digital ecosystem, with its FastScan mechanic network growing 30% year-on-year to 164,000 users, enhancing customer connectivity and service reach.
On April 29, 2026, Castrol India share price opened at ₹183.81, touching the day’s high at ₹184.90, as of 12:07 PM on the NSE.
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Castrol India’s Q1 FY26 performance reflects steady growth backed by strong distribution, product innovation, and customer engagement. With continued focus on expansion and localisation, the company remains well-positioned for sustained long-term growth.
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Published on: Apr 29, 2026, 12:19 PM IST

Nikitha Devi
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