HAL Q3FY26 Earnings Results Out: Consolidated Profit Jumps 30% To ₹1,867 Crore, Interim Dividend Announced

Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) reported a strong set of Q3FY26 numbers, with consolidated profit rising nearly 30% year-on-year. The aerospace and defence major also announced its first interim dividend for FY26, along with the record date for eligibility.

HAL Q3FY26 Profit Rises Nearly 30%

HAL posted a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of ₹1,866.68 crore in Q3FY26, marking a 29.64% rise from ₹1,439.83 crore in the same quarter last year.

Revenue From Operations Climbs 11%

The company’s revenue from operations rose 10.65% to ₹7,698.8 crore in Q3FY26, compared with ₹6,957.31 crore in Q3FY25.

EBITDA Improves; Margin Stays Stable

HAL reported an EBITDA of ₹1,871 crore, up 11.2% from ₹1,683 crore a year ago.

• EBITDA Margin:24.30%
• Q3FY25 Margin:24.18%

The margin remained largely stable, indicating consistent operational performance despite rising costs.

HAL Announces Interim Dividend; Record Date Set

HAL’s Board of Directors declared the first interim dividend of ₹35 per share (face value ₹5 each fully paid) for FY26.

• Record Date:Wednesday, February 18, 2026
• Dividend Payment:On or before March 14, 2026

HAL Share Price Reaction

Following the earnings announcement, HAL share price was trading 0.80% higher at ₹4,166 on the NSE (around 2:13 PM) on Thursday, February 12, 2026. 

The company’s market capitalisation stood at ₹2,79,012.93 crore. On May 16, 2025, the stock had reached its 52-week high of ₹5,165 and had hit its 52-week low of ₹3,046.05 on March 3, 2025. 

Tejas Delivery Update Remains In Focus

Separately, HAL recently said five Tejas light combat aircraft are ready for delivery to the Indian Air Force (IAF).

The company also noted that nine additional aircraft have already been built and flown, and are awaiting engine supply from GE Aerospace. Deliveries have been delayed due to missed engine timelines.

HAL added that design and development issues identified so far are being addressed on an expedited basis.

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Conclusion

HAL delivered a solid Q3FY26 performance, with profit rising nearly 30% and revenue growing over 10%. The interim dividend announcement further strengthened sentiment, while investors are expected to continue tracking updates on Tejas deliveries and engine supply timelines in the coming quarters.

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